Munich Airport and Japan's Centrair deepen sister airport alliance

Munich Airport in Germany hosted a delegation from Chubu Centrair International Airport in Nagoya, Japan, led by President & CEO Hironori Kagohashi. The multi‑day summit, welcomed by Munich Airport CEO Jost Lammers, focused on strengthening the long‑standing sister‑airport partnership through workshops on innovation, digitalisation, automation, and capacity planning.

Key topics included Munich’s cargo transport trials, Centrair’s Smart Ramp initiative, and preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi‑Nagoya, which are expected to generate significant passenger traffic. Both executives highlighted the value of sharing operational insights to enhance passenger experience and develop joint solutions for future demand growth.