HONG Kong International Airport (HKIA) yesterday won an important industry award for its outstanding efficiency and service - and was also declared best international airport in the TravelWeekly (Asia) Industry Awards.

"These awards, which were presented by both academics and our peers in the travel industry, are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the 60,000 people who comprise the airport community, " said Stanley Hui, chief executive officer of Airport Authority Hong Kong.

"Every day, we and our business partners at HKIA deliver an efficient, friendly and customer-focused experience for our passengers and business partners," he added.

HKIA won the Airport Transport Research Society award after receiving the top score among 30 major Asian airports.

Conducted by international aviation experts, the award measured productivity and efficiency, costs and competitiveness, financial results and airport charges.

HKIA was nominated for the Best International Airport award by travel industry experts.