Maastricht Aachen Airport

What Maastricht Aachen Airport does

Maastricht Aachen Airport (MAA/MST) is a regional Dutch airport founded in 1945, headquartered at Vliegveldweg 90, 6199 AD Maastricht, Netherlands, and partially owned (40%) by Royal Schiphol Group since June 2023. MAA operates two core businesses. The passenger terminal serves scheduled leisure flights operated by Wizz Air, Corendon, Transavia and TUI fly to destinations across Europe and North Africa, with a recently renovated terminal (2019) supporting ancillary revenue from parking (P1, P2, Kiss & Ride), duty-free and retail concessions (AKO shop, Travel'Inn Bar, Travelicious), and private/general aviation services. The cargo business is positioned as the second-largest cargo hub in the Netherlands and is the strategic anchor of the airport's identity: MAA handles perishables (flowers, fruit, vegetables via PNAO/NVWA-certified inspection), pharmaceuticals, general cargo, fashion, and livestock (horses via the AnimalPort Netherlands facility), without slot restrictions, with AEO fast-track customs clearance, and ISAGO-accredited ground operations carried out by ASL Group and PMT Aviation. Security and ground-handling contracts are locked in via long-term partnerships with PMT Aviation (renewed April 2025) and ASL Group (since June 2019).

MAA's go-to-market is enterprise B2B for cargo airlines and passenger carriers combined with transactional fee-based economics (landing fees, passenger charges, parking, cargo handling at published rates on mstcargo.com). Customer development is executed through a dedicated cargo community (Air Cargo Netherlands Maastricht, established 2023), industry events (Air Cargo Europe Munich, Vakantiebeurs Limburg), and the Electrifly cross-border joint venture with airports in Liège and Aachen plus FH Aachen and NIO, which delivered the first publicly accessible international electric flights in Europe and won the 2025 ACI EUROPE Eco-Innovation Award. Revenue mix in 2024 was approximately 29,448 tons of flown air cargo (core, higher-yield), 69,451 tons of lower-margin road freight (non-core), and 230,932 passengers — producing a €11.5M net loss that widened from €6.8M in 2023, with a stated target of break-even EBITDA by 2027. The roadmap emphasizes shifting mix toward higher-yield cargo, capturing Eindhoven-closure overflow traffic in Summer 2027, and codifying capacity through the pending Luchthavenbesluit (new airport decision) application, while pursuing zero-emission ground operations by 2030.

Name

Maastricht Aachen Airport

Legal name

Maastricht Aachen Airport

Website

https://maa.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Maastricht Aachen Airport is a Dutch regional airport founded in 1945 serving Limburg and the Euregio, operating as the Netherlands' second-largest cargo hub for perishables, pharma, and livestock, and as a passenger gateway for leisure carriers Wizz Air, Corendon, Transavia, and TUI fly.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Maastricht

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Cargo Handling Services: Core revenue from handling cargo flights including ground operations, storage, and processing. In 2024, processed 29,448 tons of air cargo. Positioned as second cargo airport in Netherlands with focus on perishables, pharma, and live animals.
2. Passenger Airport Fees: Revenue from passenger airline operations including landing fees, passenger charges, and terminal services. In 2024 served 230,932 passengers. Currently restructuring to focus on profitable routes.
3. Road Freight (Non-core): Road cargo handling services. In 2024, road freight reached 69,451 tons. This activity is noted as less profitable and not part of core business.
4. Real Estate and Facilities: Revenue from airport properties, office space rental, and facility services including operations building and commercial spaces
5. Retail and Concessions: Revenue from airport shops (AKO-shop), restaurants (Travelicious, Travel'Inn Bar), and commercial concessions in the terminal

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Maastricht Aachen Airport (MAA) is a regional airport operating as the second-largest cargo airport in the Netherlands and a passenger airport serving the Limburg region. Its core offering centers on air cargo handling services (perishables, pharmaceuticals, live animals, general cargo) and passenger terminal operations supporting scheduled flights by Wizz Air, Corendon, Transavia, and other carriers to European and North African destinations. The airport is distinguished by no slot restrictions, AEO customs certification, and highway-adjacent location enabling rapid onward distribution.

Product overview

Maastricht Aachen Airport (MAA/MST) is a regional airport operating as the second-largest cargo airport in the Netherlands and a passenger airport serving the Limburg region. Its product portfolio centers on two core services: (1) Passenger Terminal operations — including scheduled flights by Wizz Air, Corendon, Transavia, and TUI fly to European and North African destinations, supported by retail/dining (Airport Shop/AKO, Travel'Inn Bar, Travelicious), parking (P1, P2, Kiss & Ride), accessibility services (Luchthaven Autisme Tour), and private/general aviation; and (2) Cargo Handling Services — encompassing the Cargo Terminal North (under renovation), AnimalPort Netherlands for livestock/horse transport, and full freight handling for perishables, pharmaceuticals, general cargo, and temperature-sensitive goods. MAA's cargoteam handles operations for carriers including Turkish Cargo, Emirates SkyCargo, Avianca Cargo, My Freighter, Royal Jordanian, Ethiopian Cargo, and Atlas Air (MSC Air Cargo). No slot restrictions apply, positioning MAA as an attractive alternative for cargo growth. The airport also offers B2B services including office space rental, events, and filming locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Passenger Terminal The main passenger terminal at Maastricht Aachen Airport, renovated in 2019, offering check-in, security, boarding, baggage claim, and passenger facilities including free WiFi, charging points, and the Travel'Inn Bar.
• Cargo Handling Services Full cargo ground handling including perishable goods (flowers, fruit, vegetables), pharmaceutical products, general cargo, livestock (horses), and temperature-monitored shipments. MAA is the second-largest cargo airport in the Netherlands with no slot restrictions.
• Cargo Terminal North The airport's dedicated cargo terminal facility, currently undergoing renovation to improve processing capacity and infrastructure for air cargo operations.
• AnimalPort Netherlands An airside facility fully equipped for safe and animal-friendly transport of horses and livestock. Offers space for 26-32 horses, flexible flooring, changing rooms, hygiene sluice, and washbasins. Recognized as an inspection center for official controls of live animals imported from outside the EU, audited by the NVWA.
• Parking Services On-site parking facilities including P1 (close parking near terminal), P2 (reopened April 2026), and Kiss & Ride drop-off zone. Online reservation available via Aeroparker platform.
• Airport Shop (AKO) Convenience and retail store located in the departure hall after security, selling beverages, confectionery, tobacco, a full perfumery department with top brands, and a wide range of books and magazines. Open during all departure flight check-in times, including late evenings.
• Private Aviation Private and business aviation services at Maastricht Aachen Airport, including facilities and handling for private jet operators.
• General Aviation General aviation operations including flight training activities, pilot training circuits (touch and go, circuit flights, full landings and takeoffs), and cooperation with Luchtverkeersleiding Nederland (LVNL) for air traffic controller training.
• Office Space Rental Commercial office space available for rent at the airport, listed under the B2B section of the airport's website.
• MST Cargo Portal Online cargo portal for Maastricht Aachen Airport providing cargo charges information, rates, and cargo-related services at mstcargo.com.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25% increase in cargo volume in first 8 months of 2025 vs 2024
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core, former, strategic and minor.

• Avianca CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2025Avianca Cargo began operations in October 2025 with 2 weekly flights connecting Quito, Miami, Maastricht, and Zaragoza. Transports South American flowers to Europe and fashion/clothing from Maastricht using Airbus A330 (61 ton capacity). Part of Avianca Airlines, one of the world's oldest airlines and Latin America's market leader.
• My FreightermajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 August 2025My Freighter was welcomed to MAA in August 2025 as a new cargo partner, contributing to the airport's expanding cargo network.
• ECS LivestockcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2025ECS Livestock is the specialist in horse transport via air, with over 40 years of experience. They are the preferred supplier for various airlines. MAA became the preferred airport for horse transport in the Netherlands through this partnership, utilizing the AnimalPort Netherlands facility. Air Transport of horses generates additional cargo business as airlines combine horses with other freight.
• PMT AviationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025PMT Aviation has been responsible for security operations at the airport since 2020. A new long-term cooperation agreement was signed in April 2025 after a competitive tender process. PMT handles passenger screening, baggage checks, airport access control, and cargo monitoring. The partnership provides PMT and its employees with certainty for the future through a long-term vision.
• ASL GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2019ASL Group took over ground handling activities at MAA from June 2019. They provide comprehensive ground handling services including passenger and cargo handling. ASL is also involved in the Electrifly joint venture for electric aviation.
• Turkish CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTurkish Cargo returned to MAA in March 2025 with 2 weekly flights on Quito-Miami-Maastricht-Istanbul route. They transport flowers, other perishables, and general cargo. The return was due to excellent ground handling and efficiency of MAA, plus the AEO certification for fast customs clearance.
• Emirates SkyCargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmirates SkyCargo has been a trusted cargo partner for years, with first flight landing October 10, 2015. Expanded from 2 to 3 weekly flights in 2025, operating Nairobi-Maastricht-Dubai route. Joined ACN Maastricht cargo community in 2023.
• Ethiopian CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEthiopian Cargo is a frequent visitor to MAA since 2025, contributing to the airport's cargo growth and international connectivity.
• Royal Jordanian CargomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRoyal Jordanian celebrated 35 years of cargo operations at MAA in 2025, representing one of the longest-standing airline partnerships at the airport.
• RyanairformerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRyanair operated flights from MAA including Barcelona, Alicante, Malta, Bari, Zadar, Girona, Porto. Partnership ended October 2025 due to disagreement on tariffs - Ryanair's desired rates were significantly lower than other Dutch airports. Airport focused on profitable routes going forward.
• Electrifly ConsortiumstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture between airports of Maastricht, Liège, and Aachen, plus Fachhochschule Aachen (FH), ASL Group, and NIO. Delivered first publicly accessible international electric flights in Europe in summer 2024. Won ACI EUROPE Eco-Innovation Award 2025.
• FlowerWatchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership started July 2025 with expertise center for quality assurance in flower transport, supporting MAA's position as hub for perishable cargo.
• Air Cargo Netherlands (ACN) MaastrichtcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal cargo community established in 2023, bringing together freight partners to boost cargo from and to MAA. Emirates SkyCargo and other cargo carriers participate in this community.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Weeze Airport (Niederrhein): German low-cost regional airport across the Dutch border from MAA's catchment. Comparable as a small regional airport competing for Ryanair-style leisure traffic in the Lower Rhine / Limburg region.
• Charleroi Airport: Belgian low-cost-focused regional airport serving a similar catchment to MAA in southern Benelux. Comparable as a regional, leisure-skewed competitor operating without the cargo specialization that differentiates MAA.

Broad incumbents

• Brussels Airport: Belgium's main international hub with substantial cargo operations (Brussels Airlines Cargo, integrator traffic). Comparable as a Benelux cargo and passenger competitor anchoring long-haul freight flows that MAA aims to serve secondarily.
• Cologne Bonn Airport: German regional airport with significant express cargo operations (UPS, FedEx). Comparable as a regional cargo competitor with diversified passenger traffic and well-established integrator relationships.
• Düsseldorf Airport: Major German full-service airport within driving distance of MAA's catchment. Comparable as a broader incumbent drawing passengers and cargo from the same Rhine-Ruhr/Limburg region that MAA serves.
• Frankfurt-Hahn Airport: German cargo-focused regional airport historically serving as a low-cost cargo alternative to Frankfurt. Comparable to MAA in its slot-light, cargo-led positioning and exposure to integrator and charter freight demand.

Others

• Royal Schiphol Group: MAA's 40% parent and strategic partner. While Schiphol itself is not a direct competitor, it is the strategic anchor and indirect capacity-release source for MAA's cargo growth — making the relationship commercially central.

Direct peers

• Eindhoven Airport: Dutch regional airport serving the south of the Netherlands. Directly comparable to MAA as a regional Dutch airport with mixed passenger and cargo operations, and a key competitor for carriers like Transavia, Ryanair, and Wizz Air in the Limburg–Brabant catchment.
• Rotterdam The Hague Airport: Another Dutch regional airport under similar size and traffic profile. Comparable as a slot-unconstrained alternative to Schiphol for business and leisure traffic, with a similar focus on selective route development.
• Liège Airport (Liège-Bierset): Belgian cargo-focused airport located near MAA and a direct partner in the Electrifly electric aviation consortium. Closely comparable as a regional European cargo hub competing for integrator and freighter capacity in the Benelux region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

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