The Deep End #61
Vertiport construction is positioned for significant growth by 2028
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Global Vertiport Construction Plans Reach 1,044 by 2028
Of these planned projects, 366 have been contracted to named suppliers. But not all these plans will come to fruition….the most likely number of vertiports in operation around the world by the end of 2028 will be closer to 620. This is still a huge figure, given that this year it is likely that just 24 vertiports will be completed globally.
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