Established 51 years ago, ASA World is the leading global voice for aviation ground services. We represent the backbone of global aviation—the ground handling organizations that ensure every passenger check-in, baggage transfer, cargo movement, and aircraft turnaround operates safely and efficiently across the world’s airports.
Our sector directly employs 1.1 million professionals worldwide and supports nearly 3 million jobs through supply chains, generating US$38 billion in direct gross value added and close to US$100 billion in total economic contribution. We don’t simply represent the aviation services sector—we actively shape its future through strategic collaboration and decisive action.
WHY BECOME A MEMBER
A STRATEGIC COMMITMENT TO INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP
ASA World Membership is a privileged position to influence global standards, shape regulatory frameworks, and elevate the voice of aviation services at the highest levels. Membership is not just participation it is presence where decisions are made and the future is defined.
Upcoming Global Engagements:
42nd ICAO Assembly. Sept. 23 to Oct. 3, 2025 – Montreal, Canada. ASA World will participate in aviation’s most significant triennial gathering, representing our members’ interests in global regulatory development and policy formation. Join us as we advocate for harmonized ground handling standards and sustainable industry practices.
Meet us at our exhibition stand and attend our SkyTalk
ALF – Copenhagen, 14-16 October. Where ground handling’s future takes shape. ASA World stands alongside global leaders to define the next era of aviation services. Connect with our Board, Committees, Secretariat and other ground handling organizations, and participate in the strategic conversations driving transformational change across safety, sustainability, harmonized regulations and economic resilience.
This is where leadership begins.
ASA World joins GHI to advance our strategic agenda for global transformation. Schedule a one-on-one conversation with our Director General, Dr. Waleed Youssef, to discuss the future of global aviation operations and your organization’s role in shaping industry evolution.
Meet us at our exhibition stand