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Aviation Logistics - Introduction

It is the policy of the Airport Authority to franchise out aviation logistics business. Each franchise is awarded on a build-operate-transfer basis. Prior to the award of a franchise, expressions of interest are sought followed by invitation for business plan submissions from qualified candidates, and finally negotiations take place with the few "best" bidders. The process is fair and transparent strictly within the guidelines of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).

The successful candidate finances, designs, constructs, commissions and operates the facility for a fixed franchise term. In turn the franchisee gets the right to commercially run the relevant business. The number of franchises, the term and other conditions vary for different aviation logistics activities. The aviation logistics business franchised out include air cargo, airline catering, aircraft maintenance and aviation fuel.

The Airport Authority continuously works in business partnership with the franchisees, which allows our partners to pursue their commercial objectives within their fields of expertise. At the same time, the Authority regularly reviews their performance to ensure that they comply with the requirements of the airlines and the stakeholders in accordance with accepted international and industry standards. Ultimately, the goal of the Authority is to provide the "best-value" services to HKIA users in the most efficient and effective manner.