Talent Development

Working along side our clients the daa International team develop and deliver bespoke programmes aligned to the clients talent management, organisation capability and succession planning requirements and to suit the overall individual airports needs.

We are committed to empowering our clients through tailored leadership and talent development initiatives. From innovative Talent Development Succession programs to bespoke training solutions, we help airports cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. A highlight of our work includes partnering with Riyadh Airports Company (RAC) to design and deliver the first-ever Graduate Leadership Programme for King Khalid International Airport an initiative that has set a new benchmark for nurturing airport talent.

Leadership Programme Overview

The programme included both local and international modules over a 12 month period.

Industry experts from Dublin and Cork International Airports travelled to Riyadh and delivered a series of lectures.

Riyadh Airports Leadership Excellence programme participants attending the international module at Cork Airport

The International module came after 6 months of classroom, mentoring and on-the-job training on-site in Riyadh. The successful ‘Future Leaders’ were invited to attend a three-week international visit combining both theoretical and practical programs, encompassing the exciting world of aviation and leadership fundamentals.

The International programme consists of:

• One week in Cork Airport where the focus is on airport operations including airfield management, business continuity and airside asset management
• The second week in Dublin Airport focuses on developing world class ‘Passenger Experience’ strategies and commercial revenue generation in an airport
• The final week is based in the Irish Management Institute where the participants undertake a bespoke Leadership Development Programme
• Additional programmes developed for Riyadh Airports Company include a 7-week Operation Excellence Programme and a Commercial Excellence Programme

Knowledge Transfer

At daa International, we pride ourselves on sharing our extensive expertise to empower our clients in the airport sector.

With a proven track record of delivering major infrastructure developments, commercial projects, and airport business advancements, our team brings invaluable knowledge, skills, and experience to every partnership. By drawing on our expertise, clients gain insights that inform strategic decisions and drive long-term success. Through dynamic knowledge transfer, we offer practical, hands-on learning experiences, such as familiarisation programs featuring site visits to International Airports, peer reviews with fellow airport operators, operational audits for enhanced safety and efficiency, and strategies to optimise the passenger journey and asset management.

• Live laboratory experiences through our familiarisation programmes
• Peer review collaboration with fellow airport owners and operators
• Operational audits maximising operational efficiency, safety and security
• Effective optimisation of the passenger journey and asset care