Company DescriptionFraport AG owns and operates airports in Germany, rest of Europe, Asia, and the United States. The company primarily focuses on the operation of Frankfurt Main airport. The company operates through four segments: Aviation, Retail & Real Estate, Ground Handling, and International Activities & Services. The Aviation segment operates landside and airside infrastructure, which covers the area of airport charges. The Retail & Real Estate segment engages in retail activities, including marketing of real estate properties and land. This segment also manages buildings and facilities, and parking and retail areas; and rents advertising space. The Ground Handling segment provides loading, baggage, and passenger services through airmail and luggage transport to freight handling. The International Activities & Services segment acquires, operates, maintains, develops, and expands airports and infrastructure facilities. This segment also offers consulting services; integrated facility and corporate infrastructure management, airport expansion south, and information and telecommunication services. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
How the Company Makes MoneyFraport AG generates revenue through multiple streams, primarily from its aviation and non-aviation businesses. The aviation segment includes fees collected from airlines for landing, takeoff, and parking services, as well as passenger fees. The non-aviation segment encompasses retail and real estate operations, where income is derived from leasing space to shops, restaurants, and other service providers within the airport. Additionally, Fraport earns money through its international investments and airport management contracts, which contribute to its diversified global portfolio. Partnerships with airlines and other airport service providers, as well as continuous infrastructure development and expansion, play significant roles in driving the company’s earnings.