Istanbul Airport has achieved an important success by receiving the internationally recognized ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management System Certification for airport and terminal operations. The certification demonstrates that the airport is prepared to the highest international standards for potential emergencies, crisis scenarios, and disruptions in business processes.
Significant Remarks Made During the Ceremony
The certificate presentation ceremony for business continuity was held at the airport’s international terminal, with the participation of Istanbul Airport District Governor Ilker Haktankaçmaz, IGA CEO Selahattin Bilgen, and other guests.
At the ceremony, IGA CEO Selahattin Bilgen emphasized that the certification is a testament to Istanbul Airport’s capacity to continue providing high-quality services even in the event of disruptions in its business processes. Bilgen also stated that this certification symbolizes their operational resilience, determination to provide uninterrupted service to passengers, and the creation of a business continuity culture that is globally recognized.
Some key points from Bilgen’s speech were as follows:
“This certification is a validation of our ability to sustain airport and terminal operations at the highest international standards against potential disruptions, emergencies, and crisis scenarios. It is also a clear indication of our operational resilience, our determination to deliver uninterrupted service to passengers, and our commitment to creating a globally recognized business continuity culture.”
“The aviation industry requires rapid and accurate responses to sudden developments. Recent global crises, natural disasters, cyber threats, and operational disruptions have shown us that business continuity is no longer an option but a mandatory necessity. Today’s certification proves that IGA is ready for any situation and is capable of maintaining its critical processes without interruption, in line with international standards.”
Certificate Presentation and Commemorative Photo
At the ceremony, the ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management System Certification was presented to IGA CEO Selahattin Bilgen and other officials, successfully concluding the event. After the certificate presentation, participants took a commemorative photo.
This prestigious certification received by Istanbul Airport marks an important step towards creating an exemplary business continuity model in the aviation industry and globally. This achievement once again demonstrates Istanbul Airport’s preparedness for all types of challenges and its commitment to providing uninterrupted service to passengers.
