Airport Development in the Global South : A Guide to Profitable Infrastructure Investment

Synopsis

Authored by Irvin Pascal, "Airport Development in Emerging Markets: Evaluating Opportunities and Risks" serves as an essential textbook for infrastructure investors, airport consultants, and regional development planners navigating the complex landscape of new and expanding airport projects across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The book directly addresses the motivations of its target audience, providing the critical knowledge needed to guide stakeholders through the unique challenges and abundant opportunities present in these dynamic regions. It aims to move beyond theoretical concepts, focusing on the practicalities of evaluating project viability and understanding the specific financial, political, and operational considerations inherent in emerging market infrastructure. The core message is driven by the desired impact: to empower readers to make informed decisions, understand local regulatory environments, and successfully structure profitable public-private partnerships (PPPs). The book delves into real-world challenges, from mitigating political risk to developing effective workforce training programs, offering actionable insights for successful project execution. Concepts like "Unlocking New Airspace" and "Building the Airports of Tomorrow" are woven throughout, shaping the narrative style and reinforcing the forward-looking, growth-oriented themes central to the book's purpose of enabling impactful and sustainable airport development where "Growth Takes Off".