Sofia, Bulgaria
SOFIA AIRPORT SOF
SOFIA AIRPORT SOF
Sofia, Bulgaria
Completed:
2023
Phase 1 – Audit & Analysis
•Assessed Sofia Airport’s advertising assets, including Terminals 1 & 2, exterior spaces, sales performance, and pricing vs. Western European airports.
•Conducted external market research on the Bulgarian OOH advertising landscape.
•Provided a SWOT analysis, benchmarking insights, and strategic recommendations.
Phase 2 – Advertising Programme & Design
•Developed an advertising strategy for Terminals 1 & 2, including exterior and gate branding.
•Created a media inventory covering formats, digital infrastructure, and design intent.
•Presented insights at SOF Connect (Dec 8, 2022) with 3D walkthroughs and expert discussions.
Phase 3 – Business Model
•Built a financial model covering revenue projections, cost structures, NPV, IRR, and 2024-2025 rate cards.
•Evaluated sales potential (2023-2030) and analysed advertising mediums for revenue optimization.
Phase 4 – Document Development
•Drafted an Advertising Services Agreement and RFP tender.
•Completed 90% before SOF Connect transitioned to in-house management, aligning with Market Square’s recommendations.
6M+
Passenger Capacity50,000 m²
Total Terminal Area5,000 m²
Retail Space100%
Eco-FriendlyChallenges & Solutions
Key Challenges
High Passenger Traffic
Needed an efficient design to handle massive crowdsRetail & Commercial Zoning
Required optimization to increase revenueComplex Navigation
Wayfinding needed a digital upgradeSustainability Concerns
The airport aimed to integrate green technologiesOur Solutions
Optimized Passenger Flow 1
Designed a streamlined terminal layout reducing congestion 1Smart Retail Planning
Integrated commercial areas that increased revenueAI-Powered Digital Wayfinding
Installed interactive digital maps & smart signageGreen Energy Solutions
Implemented solar panels & energy-efficient designsLet's Build the Future of Airports Together
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