Boosting the resilience of an airport against climate risks
18 Mar 2026
Environment and sustainability
Extreme rainfall events are ever more prevalent due to climate uncertainties, and have disrupted airports across geographies. This calls for action from airport asset owners and operators to boost the resilience of their airport portfolios against climate risks. This presentation will cover the steps already undertaken by Dubai Airports and the road ahead for Al Maktoum/Dubai World Airport to serve the interests of the airport, investors, insurers, governments and the public at large.
- Why extreme climatic events are increasing and how climate change is impacting airport operations globally
- Importance of climate resilience for airport infrastructure and operations
- Actions already taken by Dubai Airports to mitigate climate risks and ensure operational continuity
- Future resilience strategies for Al Maktoum/Dubai World Airport, including infrastructure and stakeholder engagement
- How climate adaptation benefits all stakeholders – from investors and insurers to governments and the public
