HistoryStarted in 1981, Changi Airport has come a long way with over 450 accolades to its credit when Terminal 1 opened. Currently, the airport of Changi was managed by Changi Airport Group. Over the past three decades, the world's most awarded airport has been successfully established by Changi Airport Group, formerly part of the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore. When Terminal 1 opened, there were over 450 awards/rewards under its belt. has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1981. In 1988, the first Business Traveler (UK) was recognized as the World's Best Airport for Terminal 1 of Changi Airport. After two years, due to the resounding success of Terminal 1, Terminal 2 was inaugurated to cope with it. In 2008, Terminal 3 opened its state-of-the-art terminal. Changi Airport is a major aviation hub in Asia and is now the seventh busiest international airport. As of 2012, Changi Airport can accommodate over 51 million passenger movements in the terminal and a recorded monthly number of 4.92 million passengers as of December 2012. Currently, Changi Airport serves over 100 airlines international destinations serving more than 250 cities in approximately 60 countries and territories. global. A flight takes off or lands at Changi Airport approximately once every 100 seconds. Changi Airport is also one of Singapore's best places for shopping and dining, with 350 retail stores and 120 food and beverage outlets occupying over 70,000 square meters of commercial space spread across in its four terminals. . Increasingly, the airport has become a favorite location for Singapore residents, especially families. At Changi Airport, there is immense pride in providing impeccable service and unrivaled capabilities to create a...... middle of paper ...... r than individual capabilities. Customers are our inspiration. Business must understand customer needs in order to meet their needs and connect people to improve their lives, from the youngest child to the largest corporation. (Changi Airport Group, 2014) MissionChangi Airport Group's mission is to be the world's leading and growing airport company. a dynamic airline hub in Singapore enhancing the communities we serve around the world. (Changi Airport Group, 2014) Value • we value our people – people are our greatest asset • we are committed to our customers – customers are our inspiration • we are the best in our business – setting new standards and a lasting value to our stakeholders through our passion for safety• we are our partners' success - success when our partner does it• integrity guides our actions - the heart of everything we do (Changi Airport Group, 2014)