Selahattin Bilgen, CEO of IGA Istanbul Airport, has been elected to the ACI EUROPE Executive Committee, one of the most important decision-making bodies in the European aviation sector. Bilgen becoming the first person from Türkiye to be appointed to this position further strengthens IGA Istanbul Airport’s strategic position in international aviation.
Selahattin Bilgen, CEO of IGA Istanbul Airport, has been elected to the Executive Committee of ACI EUROPE, Europe’s largest airport organization. Already serving as a member of both the ACI EUROPE Board and the ACI World Governing Board, Bilgen will now play a direct role in shaping European aviation policies through his new position. The election is regarded as an important indicator of IGA Istanbul Airport’s growing influence in global civil aviation.
Selahattin Bilgen Becomes the First Turkish Representative on the ACI EUROPE Executive Committee
Selahattin Bilgen has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Turkish representative elected to the ACI EUROPE Executive Committee.
As part of his new role, Bilgen will contribute to the development of policies concerning sustainability, airport management, passenger experience, security, and aviation regulations across Europe.
This development also elevates Türkiye’s level of representation in the international aviation sector.
IGA Will Have a Voice in Strategic Decisions Shaping European Aviation
With Selahattin Bilgen’s election to the Executive Committee, IGA Istanbul Airport will be directly represented in critical processes shaping the future of the European aviation industry.
Within the committee, work is carried out on issues including:
Establishing sustainability standards,
- Developing passenger experience policies,
- Strategic decisions related to airport operations,
- Regulations concerning European aviation legislation.
- Europe’s Most Influential Airport Executives at the Same Table
The ACI EUROPE Executive Committee brings together Europe’s leading airport executives.
In addition to Selahattin Bilgen, the committee includes:
- ACI EUROPE President Dr. Stefan Schulte (Fraport CEO),
- Vice President Aletta von Massenbach (Berlin Brandenburg Airport CEO & CFO),
- Vice President Thomas Woldbye (Heathrow Airport CEO),
- Treasurer Javier Marín (AENA Executive Vice President),
- Immediate Past President Armando Brunini (SEA Milan CEO), along with other leading executives from the European aviation industry.
Representing More Than 500 Airports Across 46 Countries
ACI EUROPE represents more than 500 airports operating across 46 countries throughout Europe.
The organization works directly with European Union institutions, national governments, and international aviation organizations to develop policies that shape the future of the sector.
Why Is the ACI EUROPE Executive Committee Important?
The ACI EUROPE Executive Committee is one of the organization’s highest-level decision-making bodies.
Committee members play an active role in determining European aviation policies, shaping industry regulations, developing sustainable growth strategies, and improving passenger experience initiatives.
This position is considered one of the most prestigious executive roles in the European aviation industry.
IGA’s Influence in Global Aviation Continues to Grow
Selahattin Bilgen’s election to the ACI EUROPE Executive Committee stands out as an important development that strengthens IGA Istanbul Airport’s influence within the international aviation ecosystem.
With this new representation, IGA is expected to contribute to strategic decisions affecting European aviation while further enhancing Türkiye’s visibility within the industry.
