Aruba Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) — AUA Gateway 1A Program

As part of the Gateway 2030 Program at Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport, Chrysalis Global Aviation served as the Operational Readiness, Activation, and Transition (ORAT) management partner for Aruba Airport Authority N.V. This transformative project included the activation of a new U.S. Departures Check-In Hall featuring an advanced Individual Carrier System-enabled (ICS) Baggage Handling System. The new facility streamlines the travel process for U.S.-bound passengers by eliminating the need to reclaim checked luggage during U.S. Customs Preclearance and removing the requirement for secondary screening checkpoints. This operational improvement significantly enhanced both passenger convenience and airport efficiency. Chrysalis guided the project from readiness planning through opening day, overseeing equipment commissioning, operational planning, stakeholder engagement, staff training, and move management. The culmination of these efforts came in April 2025 with the official launch of operations in the new U.S. Check-In Terminal, achieved through close coordination with airport stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition. The result is a world-class facility that optimizes operations for the airport authority while elevating the passenger experience, reinforcing Aruba’s position as “One Happy Island” for travelers worldwide.