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Madrid Barajas-Adolfo Su\u00e1rez<\/strong> is an airport of great importance in Europe, currently ranked 12th in terms of volume of cargo handled. It plays a crucial role in air cargo transport, serving as a strategic and connecting point<\/strong> between different continents. Currently, this airport concentrates approximately 60% of air cargo in Spain, with 643,534 tonnes transported<\/strong>. In the first two months of 2024 it has grown by 38.8%. These figures make it an important logistics centre on the international scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a context where airports such as Frankfurt, Istanbul-Amavutk\u00f6y, Amsterdam, Paris-Charles de Gaulle and London-Heathrow are considered \u2018major hubs\u2019<\/strong> for air cargo in Europe, Madrid – Barajas is at an intermediate level. A position that it intends to improve in order to reach a higher level<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this scenario of development and drive towards international consolidation<\/strong>, logistics companies such as Operinter<\/a> emerge as key allies<\/strong> in facilitating the movement of goods by air. With its experience and logistics capacity, Operinter contributes to optimising cargo flows and improving the airport’s operational efficiency,<\/strong> thus strengthening Madrid’s position in the air sector<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MADCargo Forum Strategic Plan<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Recently, the association that promotes air cargo at Madrid Barajas-Adolfo Su\u00e1rez, Foro MADCargo<\/a>, unveiled its strategic plan<\/strong> to consolidate the airport as a major international logistics hub<\/strong>. This forum, which brings together various players in the logistics sector, has launched a series of measures aimed at promoting the development of the airport and its surroundings as a first class logistics hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Initiatives include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Technological innovation programmes<\/strong> to improve operational efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Promotion of public-private alliances<\/strong> for the expansion of infrastructures and services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Strengthen Madrid as a hub for air cargo connections between Latin America and Asia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Attract junior professionals<\/strong> by expanding the training offer with specialisation courses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The support of logistics and transport companies is essential to successfully implement the proposals of the Foro MADCargo strategic plan<\/strong>. Operinter<\/a>, with its experience and global network<\/a>, ensures the necessary quality, efficiency and safety<\/strong> in air freight transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Airport expansion and its economic impact<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The growth and strengthening of Madrid Barajas-Adolfo Su\u00e1rez<\/strong> not only has repercussions at a local level, but also has a significant impact on the economy<\/strong> and connectivity <\/strong>at a global level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The \u20ac2.4 billion investment<\/strong> for the expansion of the enclave<\/strong> is a milestone for the Spanish economy. This investment, to be undertaken from 2027, is crucial to strengthen Spain’s position as an important European hub<\/strong>, potentially generating wealth and employment in the country. According to estimates, for every 10% increase in travellers, a 4.7% increase in foreign investment, a 2.5% increase in exports and a 4% increase in tourism are expected, further underlining the strategic importance of this expansion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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