Chris McLaughlin, CEO, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport

In this exclusive Conversations series interview recorded at the transport logistic and air cargo India exhibition and conference in Mumbai, Reji John, Editor of STAT Publishing Group, sits down with Chris McLaughlin, CEO of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), to discuss the airport’s ambitious growth strategy and the critical role of cargo in shaping its future. Chris McLaughlin, who assumed the role of CEO in May 2025, shares insights on his leadership mandate, the massive scale of DFW operations as the world’s third busiest airport, future-proofing strategies balancing passenger growth, cargo expansion, and AI-driven technology, the $12 billion capital programme, including new terminals, runway refurbishments, and cargo infrastructure, preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026, when Dallas will host nine matches including a semi-final and much more.