Authors: Tatyana S. Orlova, Dr. Sc. (Philosophy), Prof. of Enterprises Economics Dprt., Urals State University of Economics

Natalya Yu. Yaroshevich, Cand. Sc. (Ec.), Assistant­Prof. of Enterprises Economics Dprt., Urals State University of Economics

Abstract: The article analyzes consolidation process in the global airport business. Foreign experience of forming airport alliances and multi­airports is considered so as to identify main directions for state policy on airport industry development in Russia.

Keywords: Infrastructural sectors, consolidation, global airport industry, multi-airports