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This article first appeared in the Airport Industry-News Magazine Issue 1 2023.
The Complex Challenge of Employee Parking at Airport Hubs – From KINTO Join Mobility Business Solutions
In the dynamic world of airport operations, addressing employee parking challenges emerges as an imperative.
Airports, the bustling centers of activity that they are, rely heavily on the impeccable organization of their workforce With an average of 40,000 employees staffing a typical airport hub, the challenges of managing their needs, especially in terms of parking, become increasingly pronounced. The ground crew’s daily routines, including shifts that often require commuting by car, have given rise to a complex issue – high employee parking demands.
Behind the Scenes: The Pivotal Role of Employee Parking in Airport Economics and Efficiency
To maintain the efficient functioning of airport operations, airport management must allocate a considerable portion of their real estate to employee parking. But not just that. The proximity of these parking spaces to the terminals where employees operate is a vital factor that directly influences the airport’s overall operational efficiency.
What’s more, the allocation of parking spaces for employees comes at a cost – and it’s not just the square footage of real estate. The more parking spaces reserved for employees, the fewer spaces available for revenue-generating opportunities like charging visitors for parking.
To effectively address the diversity of effects posed by employee parking challenges, airport management should consider solutions that are innovative, yet simple.
KINTO Join: Incentivised Commuting as an Innovative Approach to Airport’s Parking Challenges
KINTO Join is a sustainable commuting platform that takes an innovative approach to resolving employee parking challenges. By allowing airports to incentivise commuters to use alternatives to driving, airports can alleviate employee parking pressures while promoting sustainable practices and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
