For Immediate Release
March 19, 2025
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Hartsfield-Jackson Signs Sister Airport Agreement with Edmonton Airports
Agreement expands global partnerships and collaboration
ATLANTA – In another significant step toward strengthening global aviation partnerships, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has signed its 13th Sister Airport Cooperation Agreement with Edmonton Airports, which operates Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Villeneuve Airport (ZVL). It is the first Sister Airport Agreement signed with a Canadian airport authority.
This partnership represents a shared vision of innovation, collaboration and economic growth, linking two major North American aviation hubs through knowledge exchange and operational cooperation. The signing ceremony, held today, March 19 at Edmonton International Airport, was attended by representatives from both airports and community partners.
“This sister agreement strengthens the direct connection between our two airports and commits us to a long-term partnership that will foster innovation, expand global connectivity and drive new business and investment opportunities,” said Interim ATL General Manager Jan Lennon. “We look forward to working together to turn this agreement into real, measurable progress that benefits both of our airports, our cities, and the passengers we serve.”
“We are excited to work closely with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to share knowledge and expertise, opening the doors to economic opportunities, cultural exchanges, and growth for our dynamic regions,” said Myron Keehn, President & CEO of Edmonton Airports. “As international airports, we have borderless relations, and our cooperation serves as a positive example of collaborating for the greater good. By working together, we will improve airport operations and create long-term relationships that benefit our passengers and communities by driving the prosperity of our region."
Through this agreement, ATL and Edmonton Airports will collaborate in key areas, including:
Information Exchange – Sharing best practices on passenger and cargo operations, customer service, and infrastructure development. Air Service Development – Exploring opportunities to enhance connectivity and promote air traffic growth. Sustainability and Innovation – Partnering on initiatives such as green energy advancements, technology integration, and operational efficiencies. Business and Commercial Development – Showcasing the benefits of investing in both airports to enhance trade, tourism, and economic impact.This agreement aligns with ATL’s Sister Airport Program, established in 2015, which fosters global cooperation to drive airport excellence. This milestone partnership expands ATL’s international reach, reinforcing its status as the world’s busiest and most efficient airport, and elevates Edmonton Airports’ leadership in innovation, sustainability and growth in global connectivity. To date, ATL has 13 sister airport agreements with 12 airport systems.
Hartsfield-Jackson and Edmonton Airports will establish a working group to oversee initiatives and ensure the agreement’s long-term success. The initial agreement will run for five years, with an option for renewal.
Edmonton Airports President & CEO Myron Keehn and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Interim General Manager Jan Lennon sign a sister airport cooperation agreement in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
(L-R Back row) Adrian Warchola, Director, Air Service Development – Bill Wright, General Counsel, Compliance & Governance Officer – Alrene Richards Barr, ATL Sr. Director of International Affairs - Dr. Quinta Warren, ATL Director of Sustainability - Carmen Donnelly, Vice President, Passenger Experience and Terminal Operations – James Jackson, Vice President, Air Service & Business Development
(L-R Front row) Myron Keehn, President & CEO – Jan Lennon
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
ATL is the first airport in history to serve more than 100 million passengers in one year and continues to top passenger totals worldwide. The Airport boasts an annual direct economic impact of $66 billion in the state. A frequent recipient of awards of excellence, ATL is recognized for its leadership in concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering and construction. For more information, visit www.atl.com.
Edmonton Airports
Edmonton Airports operates Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Villeneuve Airport (ZVL), driving global connectivity and economic prosperity for the Edmonton Metropolitan Region and beyond. YEG is Canada’s fifth-busiest airport by passenger traffic and is the largest major Canadian airport by land area. It is also home to the Airport City Sustainability Campus, a living lab for innovation, including hydrogen and drone technology, supporting advancements to the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. ZVL is a general aviation, recreational flying and training facility and is the largest and busiest general aviation airport in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region.
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