[1] It is the lowest international commercial airport in the world at 22 m (72 ft) below sea level.

ATMA is a joint company between Mağdenli Yer Hizmetleri and Atyrau Regional Administration with both parties having a 50% share.

The region is crucial for Kazakhstan's economy as it is very close to oil exploration sites and platforms on the Caspian Sea.

Enclosing a total area of 2,000 m2 (22,000 sq ft), the new terminal can serve 600 passengers per hour.

As a result of the renovation project, conveyor belt system is installed in both international and domestic arrival terminals and computerized check in banks became operational for easier passenger ticket processing.