The airport parking industry is going through a lot of changes these days. Like nearly every other industry, the airport parking industry is experiencing upgrades and innovation thanks to improvement in technology. Technological improvements mean an expansion of the services offered by an airport parking company. It also means that the quality of service already provided will improve. Technology is not the only driver of change, however. The other driver of change that will shape the future of airport parking is more consumer awareness. While this is aided by the use of technology (mobile apps and social media presence help inform customers of updates), the future of airport parking is one in which the industry itself will expand in volume.
Here is a breakdown of some major threads that will shape the future of airport parking companies:
It’s All Digital
App technology and digital platforms are revolutionizing the industry as we speak. Some companies are on the tip of the change, offering customers the chance the reserve a spot weeks in advance. We expect this technological change will become an industry standard within a few years.
Sustainable Practices
Why does an airport parking company charge so much for parking if their costs are low? These companies have an opportunity to bring in power from solar panels located on the roof of their parking garages. This energy use cuts into their monthly energy bill and allows them to offer cheaper rates to customers. So it’s a win-win.
EV Parking Stations
Another innovative component of technology is the EV charging station. People with electric cars will take full advantage of the opportunity to charge their cars while out of town, especially since there are still not many charging stations in main urban centers.
Expanded Parking Spaces
Currently, airport parking companies control one homogenous chunk of parking spaces. The future is different. It is expected that businesses will have a mixture of smaller pieces of parking lots spread throughout the airport. This is more convenient for travellers coming into airports from all sides. It also increases the revenue stream of the company.
