Kansai Airports has announced that it has acquired the "DX Certification" from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) of Japan, effective May 1, 2026. The certification recognizes the company's integrated approach to business management and digital transformation. Kansai Airports aims to realize a "smart airport" by enhancing passenger experience, optimizing operational processes to reduce human resource needs, and lowering overall costs while supporting revenue growth. The certification validates their company-wide efforts in cross-departmental DX promotion, AI utilization, and digital talent development.