Hong Kong International Airport's reputation for outstanding efficiency and service has been recognised with the Air Transport Research Society's 2007 Asia-Pacific Airport Efficiency Excellence Award and the Best International Airport Prize in the 2007 TravelWeekly (Asia) Industry Awards.

Stanley Hui, Chief Executive Officer of Airport Authority Hong Kong, said, "These awards, which were presented by both academics and our peers in the travel industry, are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the 60,000 people who comprise the airport community. Every day, we and our business partners at HKIA deliver an efficient, friendly and customer-focused experience for our passengers and business partners."

HKIA won the Air Transport Research Society award after receiving the top score in a field of 30 major Asian airports. Conducted by international aviation experts, the Global Airport Benchmarking Project measured productivity and efficiency, costs and competitiveness, financial results and airport charges.

HKIA was nominated for the Best International Airport award by a panel of travel industry experts. The final award was determined in a polling process that saw readers of TravelWeekly magazine cast more than 160,000 individual votes.

"By combining modern, efficient facilities with an airport-wide focus on customer service, we will continue to lead our industry and deliver the greatest possible benefit to passengers using our airport and the people of Hong Kong," added Mr Hui.

Photograph: AAHK Airport Management Director Mr Howard Eng is delighted to receive the honor of "Best International Airport" given by TravelWeekly.