Schiphol Partners with Groningen Airport Eelde

Schiphol and Groningen Airport Eelde announce a new partnership focusing on route development, commercial real estate, and sustainable aviation initiatives.

Schiphol Partners with Groningen Airport Eelde to Enhance Route Development and Sustainability Efforts

Schiphol Airport is entering into a strategic partnership with Groningen Airport Eelde (GAE), aiming to enhance route development, commercial real estate ventures, and sustainable aviation practices. This collaboration aligns with the directives from the outgoing cabinet, which emphasizes the importance of cooperation among Dutch airports.

Groningen Airport Eelde holds a significant societal and economic role in the Northern Netherlands, and this partnership seeks to bolster its impact through innovative sustainability projects, including hydrogen implementation in aviation. Schiphol will lend its expertise in specialist knowledge, experience, and resources to support these initiatives, further integrating sustainability into Dutch aviation.

Robert Carsouw, CFO and interim CEO of Schiphol, remarked on the collaboration's alignment with broader national aviation policies, stating, "We are committed to a system where Dutch airports operate cohesively to maximize the country’s airport capacity efficiently and sustainably."

Meiltje de Groot, Director of Groningen Airport Eelde, expressed optimism about the benefits of this partnership, particularly in the fields of route development and sustainable aviation. "We are pleased with the support from Schiphol's route development team and look forward to a fruitful exchange of knowledge in making aviation more sustainable," said de Groot.

This partnership not only aims to enhance operational efficiencies and sustainability within both airports but also strives to meet regional and national aviation goals by fostering a collaborative approach among the Netherlands' airports. As these airports work together, they hope to set new standards in aviation sustainability and regional development.