Bahrain airport claims three global awards
These include the title of 'World's Cleanest Airport' in the category of airports handling up to 25 million passengers annually, in addition to the 'Middle East's Cleanest Airport' award.
The airport also received international recognition as the 'World's Best Airport Serving 5–10 Million Passengers.' This reflects the airport's commitment to delivering an exceptional travel experience.
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