Membership

Defining Aviation’s Standards, Together

Where collective insight transforms aviation into a model of excellence

WHY BECOME A MEMBER

CONNECT TO THE INDUSTRY’S GLOBAL VOICE

The ground and cargo handling industry continues to face challenges from fragmented regulations and imbalanced commercial practices. By engaging with ASA World and collaborating with like-minded GHOs, we can work together to advance harmonisation, strengthen our collective voice, and enhance the long-term resilience of our sector.

2.99m

Total Employment value contribution of the GH Industry by region

Middle East:5%

South and Central America: 6%

Africa: 10%

Europe: 17%

Asia: 30%

North America: 32%

$95.5Bn

Regional split of total GVA value contribution of the GH industry

Africa:3%

Middle East: 6%

South and Central America: 7%

Asia: 27%

North America: 28%

Europe: 29%

35.3m

Aircraft departures 2023, by Global Region

Middle East: 1.2

Africa:1.4

South and Central America: 3.2

Europe: 7.9

North America: 9.5

Asia Pacific: 12

35.3m

Air Traffic Movement – by Regional

Aviation Activity, 2023

Middle East: 3.5%

Africa: 4.1%

South and Central America: 9.2%

Europe: 22.3%

North America: 26.9%

Asia Pacific: 34.1%

MEMBERS AROUND THE WORLD

GLOBAL MEMBERSHIP, SHARED VISION

Our members operate around the clock in all regions of the world, playing a vital role in delivering safe, reliable and sustainable passenger, cargo and aircraft services.