Parking at Ben-Gurion Airport has long been a key part of the passenger experience - and at times, one of its biggest challenges. To improve services and streamline operations, the Israel Airports Authority is launching a major tender for the management and operation of the airport’s parking facilities, with an emphasis on advanced technologies and more efficient parking solutions.
The tender focuses on Ben-Gurion Airport’s parking network, the largest in Israel, which includes approximately 20,000 parking spaces across 27 different lots. The move is intended to improve services for the millions of passengers, visitors, and employees who use the airport each year.
Under the terms of the tender, the selected operator will be responsible for managing all aspects of the parking system, including short-term and long-term parking facilities, the central control room, payment collection, subscription services, traffic management, and vehicle guidance during periods of high demand.
The winning company will also operate the airport’s entire vehicle parking system, covering private cars, rental vehicles, taxis, buses, minibuses, and other vehicle categories. Its responsibilities will extend to parking control rooms at Ben-Gurion Airport, Begin Crossing, Ramon Airport, and Haifa Airport.
According to the Israel Airports Authority, the system will incorporate advanced technologies such as remote monitoring and control, automated payment stations, integration with payment applications, and smart parking solutions. The goal is to reduce waiting times, improve traffic flow, and provide passengers with a smoother experience overall.
Ben-Gurion Airport’s parking facilities operate around the clock, seven days a week, and serve as the first interaction with the airport for many travelers. Through the new tender, the Israel Airports Authority is seeking to upgrade parking services and ensure they keep pace with the airport’s continued growth and increasing demand.