The Authority Consumer & Market (ACM) has approved a hefty increase in airport charges at Schiphol. This year, fees will rise by an average of 41%, followed by a 7% increase in 2026 and an expected 12.5% decrease in 2027. The regulator calls this increase "not unreasonable," partly given Schiphol's need to reduce corona debts and invest in infrastructure.

Ten airlines and three interest groups had objected to the increase, but the ACM declared the complaint unfounded. According to the regulator, the adjusted fees - excluding corona losses - are still at a comparable level to other airports in Northwest Europe.

The air cargo industry in particular is feeling the effects. Due to fee differentiation, quieter aircraft are charged less than noisier ones. Since cargo carriers often use older aircraft such as the B747-400F, the costs for these parties increase significantly. Nevertheless, the ACM also considers this policy justified.

Air cargo umbrella ACN is fiercely critical, warning that the rising costs will cause cargo traffic to divert to foreign airports, to the detriment of Dutch companies with international chains. According to ACN, the cargo sector will be "disproportionately affected" and hopes that the additional revenues will benefit investments in Cargo City Schiphol.

Parties who disagree with the decision can appeal to the Trade and Industry Appeals Tribunal (CBb).