The new Air Traffic Service (ATS) Message Handling System (AMHS) at Macau International Airport was officially launched in the second quarter of 2025, fully replacing the existing system. After nearly one and a half years of system construction, installation and testing, personnel training and essential trial operations, the new system strictly complies with the latest technical standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and fully meeting the airport’s operational needs.

As one of the core facilities supporting air traffic services at the airport, the AMHS interconnects critical aviation stakeholders such as air traffic control services, airport operations, airlines systems and equipment. Operating 24/7, it processes nearly 10,000 aeronautical messages and Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) daily from all over the world, providing significant support in ensuring the flight punctuality performance, operational efficiency and safety. With the official development of the new AMHS, its annual message handling capacity has been enhanced to 8 million messages, ensuring readiness for the anticipated traffic growth over the next decade, while it offering passengers and airlines safer and more efficient service experience.

Macau International Airport places high priority on air traffic control systems development and modernization, upholding its core values of “Safety, Efficiency, and Effectiveness.” The continuous investment in advanced technologies and professional training ensure aviation safety. The recent AMHS upgrade marks the first phase achievement of the airport’s comprehensive system enhancement plan. Since the second half of 2023, MIA has involved specialized design consultants in conducting an overall design plan, gradually advancing the upgrades or replacements of over a dozen core systems of the Communication, Navigation and Surveillance systems, including ATC Systems, Very High Frequency Ground to Air Communication System, Digital ATC System, Surface MLAT System, ADS-B System, Automatic Weather Observation System, Instrument Landing System, etc. Currently, the project is now transitioning into the tender and procurement phase, and expected to be completed and progressively operationalized within a three years timeframe. MIA is committed to build a safe, efficient, and eco-friendly modern international airport through advanced technologies and exceptional service.