Rotterdam The Hague Airport

What Rotterdam The Hague Airport does

Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTHA), operated by Rotterdam Airport B.V. and wholly owned by Royal Schiphol Group N.V., is a regional commercial airport serving the Rotterdam-The Hague metropolitan region of the Netherlands. Founded in 1956 and employing 101–250 staff, the airport connects the region to more than 50 European and select international destinations through airline partners including Transavia, Aegean Airlines, Anima Wings, and TUI, with approximately half of all aircraft movements attributable to General Aviation flight clubs and private operators such as the Rotterdamsche Aero Club.

RTHA's core product surface spans aeronautical services (landing and navigation fees, runway access), passenger-facing digital and physical services (BookBetter.travel flight booking integrated with Sustainable Aviation Fuel contribution, RTHA mobile app for iOS/Android, Fast-track security, parking reservations across lots P1–P4, PRM assistance via Aviapartner, Kiss & Ride drop-off, and the De Kijkert panoramic terrace), and non-aeronautical commercial activity (retail and F&B concessions operated by Avolta and others, advertising/sponsorship, real estate on the Businesspark, photo and film permits). Underlying technology centres on sustainability and innovation: a 37,000-panel solar park along the runway opened May 2022 (with partner Eneco), a liquid hydrogen storage facility opened November 2025 within the TULIPS project and DutcH2 Aviation Hub (with Air Products, TU Delft / AeroDelft, RHIA, and Universiteit Twente), Electric Ground Power Units, an autonomous electric shuttle Line 533 connecting the airport to Meijersplein metro station (the first self-driving bus on Dutch public roads, operated by DAM Shuttles/RET/HTM with vehicles from KARSAN and ADASTEC), and drone-based thermal imaging for hydrogen incident response. Certifications include ACI Level 5 Airport Carbon Accreditation (achieved 2023, one of ~10 worldwide) and GDPR compliance, with documented targets for a fully waste-free, CO2-free terminal by 2030 and group-level CO2-neutral aviation by 2050.

The business model is multi-stream: airline landing/navigation fees (transaction fees), parking (dynamic online pre-booking and drive-in rates across four lots), retail/F&B concession revenue, business park real estate rental (subscription/recurring), advertising and sponsorship, Fast-track paid access, PRM assistance services, photo/film permits, and commission on BookBetter.travel flight bookings — including integrated SAF contribution. Customer segments span leisure and business travellers (primary persona), General Aviation operators (~50% of movements), airline partners, business/retail tenants, and special-needs passengers. Go-to-market combines direct digital channels (website, app, SEO, newsletters, Facebook/Instagram) with community and PR activity (annual Burendag/Neighbors' Day, local press, press events for new routes and sustainability milestones) and event-driven engagement. RTHA participates as a demonstration airport in multiple EU-funded consortia (GOLIAT, ALBATROS, TULIPS) and operates under a Royal Schiphol Group corporate structure that shares sustainability standards and operational practices across Dutch airports.

Name

Rotterdam The Hague Airport

Legal name

Rotterdam Airport B.V.

Website

https://rotterdamthehagueairport.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Rotterdam The Hague Airport is a regional commercial airport in the Netherlands, operated by Royal Schiphol Group subsidiary Rotterdam Airport B.V., serving the Rotterdam-The Hague metropolitan region with 50+ European destinations and functioning as a sustainability testbed for hydrogen and electric aviation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Airport Operations

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Other Airport Operations (488119), Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Airport Retail (Duty-Free & Specialty) (THABALAC), Airport Food & Beverage Concessions (THABALAD), Airport Ground Transport Terminals (Rail/Bus/Coach) (THAIALAG), Passenger Terminal Facilities Management (Cleaning, Maintenance, Utilities) (TLAHAEAK), Private Aviation Ground Support & Trip Services (Dispatch, Permits, Handling) (THABAFAK)

Keywords

• Commercial airport operations
• Passenger aviation services
• Airport ground handling
• Sustainable aviation infrastructure
• Hydrogen aviation testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Rotterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Airline landing and navigation fees: Charges levied on airlines for landing, take-off, and air navigation services. This is a core revenue stream for the airport as a regulated air navigation service provider.
2. Parking services: Revenue from on-airport official parking (P1, P2, P3, P4) and Kiss & Ride zones. Parking can be reserved online in advance or paid at the gate upon return at 'oprij' (entry) rates.
3. Retail and F&B concessions: Revenue from shops and restaurants within the terminal, including the Metropole restaurant-bar operated by Avolta, Capi Travel Plaza, The Kitchen, and Kiosk 16. The airport also collects data from scanned boarding passes at retail outlets.
4. Real estate and business park: Rental income from office, commercial, and industrial space on the airport campus, including the Businesspark Rotterdam The Hague Airport.
5. Advertising and sponsorship: Revenue from advertising opportunities within the terminal and on digital platforms, as well as sponsorship agreements with corporate partners.
6. Flight booking platform (BookBetter.travel): The airport's website integrates BookBetter.travel, enabling passengers to book flights and optionally contribute to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The airport earns a commission on bookings made through its platform.
7. PRM (Passenger Reduced Mobility) assistance: Assistance services for passengers with reduced mobility, provided in compliance with EU Regulation 1107/2006, outsourced to Aviapartner.
8. Photo and film permits: Revenue from commercial photography and filming permits issued on the airport premises.
9. Fast-track security service: Paid priority access to a dedicated security queue, available for purchase through the airport's service portal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Rotterdam The Hague Airport operates a regional commercial airport providing passenger flight services to 50+ European destinations, complemented by on-airport parking (P1–P4), retail and F&B concessions, Fast-track security, PRM passenger assistance, and ground transport connections. The airport also serves as an innovation testbed for sustainable aviation, hosting hydrogen aircraft testing, a liquid hydrogen storage facility, electric ground operations, and a 37,000-panel solar park. It charges airlines landing and navigation fees, generates revenue from parking, retail concessions, advertising, and its Businesspark real estate, and earns booking commissions through its BookBetter.travel platform.

Product overview

Rotterdam The Hague Airport operates as a regional airport offering flight services with over 50 destinations, complemented by various passenger-facing digital and physical services. The core offering consists of flight operations including booking through BookBetter.travel partnership, airport mobile app, and parking reservations. Additional services include Fast-track security access, passenger assistance (PRM), shopping and dining facilities (shops, restaurants including Metropole and De Kijkert), self-driving shuttle Line 533 connecting metro, and lost & found services. The airport also serves as an innovation testbed for sustainable aviation technologies including hydrogen aircraft testing infrastructure and electric ground operations, with sustainability certifications including ACA Level 5.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Flight Booking Service via BookBetter.travel Online flight search, comparison, and booking service for passengers traveling to/from Rotterdam The Hague Airport, with optional contribution to Sustainable Aviation Fuel. Commission-bearing for RTHA.
• RTHA Airport Mobile App Mobile application providing real-time flight information, airport services, and navigation for travelers using RTHA.
• On-Airport Parking (P1, P2, P3, P4) Reservable paid parking across four official on-airport lots, with online pre-booking and dynamic pricing. Kiss & Ride zones offer short-term drop-off/pick-up (free up to 5 minutes).
• Fast-track Security Service Premium security-lane access allowing passengers to bypass the regular security queue, purchased per trip via services.rotterdamthehagueairport.nl.
• PRM (Passenger Reduced Mobility) Assistance Special assistance service for elderly, mobility-impaired, and unaccompanied-minor passengers, provided under EU Regulation 1107/2006 through Aviapartner.
• Restaurant-bar Metropole (Avolta) Airside restaurant-bar operated by Avolta in the departure hall after security, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks with a locally sourced menu; capacity ~120 guests.
• Terminal Retail and F&B Concessions Concession-operated shops and food outlets in the terminal (e.g. Capi Travel Plaza, Kiosk 16, The Kitchen) for departing and arriving passengers.
• Panoramic Terrace De Kijkert Free-access landside panoramic terrace at the terminal for plane-spotting, with an indoor De Kijkert space featuring seating, vending machines, and an interactive storytelling wall.
• Businesspark Rotterdam The Hague Airport Leased office, commercial, and industrial space on the airport campus for businesses seeking an on-airport location with transport and innovation linkages.
• Advertising and Sponsorship Paid advertising placements inside the terminal and on the airport's digital channels, plus sponsorship packages for corporate partners.
• Photo and Film Permits Paid permits for commercial photography and filming on the airport premises.
• Autonomous Shuttle Line 533 Autonomous electric shuttle bus connecting the airport to Meijersplein metro station (20 passengers + luggage, wheelchair accessible), operational in partnership with DAM Shuttles, RET, HTM, MRDH, KARSAN, and ADASTEC.
• Electric Aircraft Demonstration Flights Hosted electric aircraft demonstration flights (e.g. BETA ALIA CX300) at RTHA to test and showcase zero-emission short-haul aviation operations.
• Lost and Found Service Reporting and retrieval service for items lost within the airport terminal or onboard aircraft handled by the airport.
• Hydrogen Aviation Testing Facility Operational liquid-hydrogen storage and ground testing infrastructure enabling hydrogen aircraft fueling, propulsion testing and taxi tests at a live airport, developed with Air Products, TU Delft/AeroDelft and RHIA.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% CO2 reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions vs. 2010 baseline (Level 5 ACA, 2023)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BookBettercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2026BookBetter.travel is integrated into RTHA's website as the booking platform, enabling passengers to book flights and optionally contribute to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). RTHA is the first airport globally to offer this integrated flight + SAF booking. BookBetter is a Dutch-Belgian company.
• ToyotaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 April 2026Toyota provided a hydrogen-electric pickup (prototype Hilux) for a one-week operational test with Bird Control at RTHA, exploring hydrogen's suitability for heavy-duty, long-duration airport ground operations.
• Dura VermeercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 24 March 2026Contracted as design and build contractor for the major runway renovation scheduled for March-April 2028. Dura Vermeer has prior experience with runway renovation at Maastricht Aachen Airport (2023) and ongoing daily maintenance at Lelystad Airport and RTHA.
• TBI (Bouwfonds, HEVO, Joon, Koopmans, Mobilis, U够了, WoodBrokers)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 5 February 2026TBI construction collective selected for the terminal renovation project, including the new arrival square, additional self-service facilities, and renewal of the F&B and retail offer.
• Air ProductscoreTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Air Products supplies liquid hydrogen from the Rotterdam Port to RTHA's hydrogen storage facility. They provide expertise in hydrogen production, storage, and distribution supporting the DutcH2 Aviation Hub research program.
• NLR (Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2025NLR is the Dutch aerospace research center, a partner in the ALBATROS and TULIPS projects, testing innovative sensors for hydrogen systems and providing flight test laboratory expertise.
• 21 European ALBATROS consortium partnerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2025The ALBATROS project brings together 21 European partners to develop safety standards and operational procedures for hydrogen and electric aviation at airports. RTHA is one of three demonstration airports (Athens, Beja).
• TU Delft / AeroDelftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025AeroDelft is a TU Delft student team developing a hydrogen-powered aircraft. They conducted the first-ever hydrogen aircraft taxi tests at an operational Dutch airport on RTHA, using the airport's hydrogen fueling infrastructure.
• Rotterdam The Hague Innovation Airport (RHIA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025Stichting RHIA is a community of companies, research institutions, and government bodies coordinating sustainable aviation innovation at RTHA. It coordinates programs including the DutcH2 Aviation Hub, TULIPS, and other hydrogen/electric aviation projects.
• Universiteit TwenteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025Partner in the DutcH2 Aviation Hub presenting at the liquid hydrogen facility opening, researching hydrogen flow behavior in pipeline systems.
• DAM ShuttlescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 July 2025DAM Shuttles operates the autonomous electric shuttle Line 533 connecting Meijersplein metro station to the airport — the first self-driving bus on Dutch public roads. RTHA provided the test environment and operational integration; DAM provided and operates the autonomous vehicles from suppliers KARSAN and ADASTEC.
• RET (Rotterdamse Elektrische Tram)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 July 2025RET, the Rotterdam public transport operator, is a key partner in the autonomous shuttle Line 533 project, providing metro network integration and operational collaboration.
• HTM (Haagse Tram Maatschappij)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 July 2025HTM, the The Hague public transport operator, partners on the autonomous shuttle Line 533, contributing to the multi-city public transit integration around the airport.
• MRDH (Metropoolregio Rotterdam Den Haag)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 July 2025MRDH is the regional transport authority that coordinated and co-funded the autonomous shuttle Line 533 project across Rotterdam and The Hague municipalities.
• Gemeente Rotterdam (Municipality of Rotterdam)coreOthers · 11 July 2025The municipality of Rotterdam co-funded the autonomous shuttle Line 533 and partnered on the shared mobility hub. Mayor and aldermen have participated in hydrogen hub openings and the hydrogen roadmap.
• KLMcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025KLM signed a cooperation agreement with RTHA, Airbus, Transavia, Schiphol, and Air Products in June 2025 to develop a Dutch Hydrogen Hub roadmap for aviation.
• Airbus (GOLIAT project)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2024Airbus leads the GOLIAT (Ground Operations of Liquid Hydrogen Aircraft) project with 11 partners across 8 countries. RTHA is one of three demonstration airports (alongside Stuttgart and Lyon-Saint Exupéry). Funded by EU Horizon Europe (10.8 million euros over 4 years).
• Royal Schiphol GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023RTHA is owned by Royal Schiphol Group, which also owns Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Eindhoven Airport. The group shares sustainability standards, technology adoption, and best practices. RTHA commits to CO2-neutral aviation by 2050 as part of the group.
• Avolta (formerly HMSHost/Avolta)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAvolta operates the Metropole restaurant-bar and likely other food & beverage and retail concessions at the airport. Metropole seats ~120 guests and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks.
• Felyx and Check (shared mobility)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectric shared bike and scooter providers operating from the shared mobility hub in front of the terminal, accessible via their respective mobile apps.
• TransaviacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTransavia is a major airline partner operating routes from RTHA to destinations including Geneva. It participates in community events like Burendag.
• TUIminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTour operator and airline operating at RTHA, featured as a participant in the annual Neighbors' Day community event.
• Albeda CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlbeda College's Aviation Services students participated as volunteer passengers in the ALBATROS hydrogen emergency exercise. The college is located adjacent to RTHA.
• DCMRminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDCMR is a partner featured at the annual Neighbors' Day (Burendag), likely providing environmental monitoring or safety information to local residents.
• DOUANE (Customs)minorOthersDutch Customs authority present at RTHA, participating in community events like Burendag.
• Luchtverkeersleiding Nederland (LVNL)coreOthersDutch Air Traffic Control provides air navigation services at RTHA. Co-located in the new 'De Cockpit' operational workspace in the terminal's first floor, along with other operational partners.
• Luchthavenbrandweer (Airport Fire Service)coreOthersThe airport fire service participates in community events and conducts hydrogen safety exercises. They are transitioning to HVO100 fuel for crashtenders and training for electric/hydrogen aircraft fire scenarios.

Scale indicators18 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Maastricht Aachen Airport: Regional Dutch airport also pursuing sustainability and innovation positioning; smaller traffic base and similar slot constraints. Comparable focus on GA, business aviation, and regional connectivity.
• Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport: French regional airport and the third GOLIAT demonstration site alongside RTHA. Comparable in pursuit of hydrogen operations, scale, and European regional connectivity profile.
• Antwerp Airport: Belgian regional airport with comparable scale, business aviation focus, and European point-to-point traffic mix. Competes for catchment in the southern Netherlands / northern Belgium corridor.
• Eindhoven Airport: Direct peer within Royal Schiphol Group family; smaller Dutch regional airport with similar focus on point-to-point European leisure traffic and sustainability initiatives. Closely comparable in ownership structure, scale, and commercial model.
• Stuttgart Airport: German regional airport that is a GOLIAT project partner alongside RTHA. Both airports are pursuing hydrogen aviation certification and share similar sustainability commitments, making them direct peers in the hydrogen aviation testbed space.

Broad incumbents

• Brussels Airport: Mid-sized European hub airport in adjacent Belgium; broader international network than RTHA but competes for similar cross-border business and leisure traffic from the Benelux region.
• Cologne Bonn Airport: Mid-sized German regional airport with a similar mix of leisure traffic, point-to-point European routes, and adjacent cargo operations. Larger scale but competes in the same Western European regional airport segment.
• Amsterdam Airport Schiphol: Parent company's flagship hub and the dominant Dutch airport; offers overlapping airline route capabilities but at vastly larger scale. Strategic counterweight in the same catchment region that competes for long-haul and connecting traffic RTHA does not serve.

Emerging players

• Athens International Airport: ALBATROS project partner and hydrogen aviation collaboration peer with RTHA. Larger scale than RTHA but pursues parallel hydrogen safety and operational research initiatives, making it a relevant peer in the innovation testbed ecosystem.

Regional players

• Lille Airport: French regional airport in the cross-border Lille-Benelux corridor; comparable in scale and route profile, but does not directly compete in RTHA's primary catchment. Comparable mix of business and leisure travelers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Profiles4 records

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