Growth Momentum Tirana International Airport (TIA) has shown remarkable passenger growth, reaching 10.7 million in 2024 with a projected 56% growth in 2025, signaling a large and expanding customer base for travel-related services, retail partnerships, and tech-enabled passenger solutions.

Strategic Partnership Since 2020, TIA has been managed by Kastrati Group with over €100 million invested in infrastructure and operations, including sustainability initiatives, indicating a stable, long-term partner open to co-investment, modernization projects, and technology upgrades.

Technology Focus Recent tech initiatives include e-gates, modern security systems, and a collaboration on Airbus security and mission-critical communications, suggesting opportunities for cybersecurity, boarding and baggage automation, data analytics, and integrated security solutions.

Sustainability & Compliance A dedicated €5 million sustainability program alongside broader modernization signals openness to green initiatives, energy efficiency, and compliance-focused technologies that reduce environmental impact and operational risk.

Regional Gateway As the Western Balkans’ leading international gateway accelerating route development and tourism growth, TIA presents a compelling prospect for regional vendors in airline partnerships, ground services, airport operations, and service providers targeting a rising European travel hub.