Billion rand upgrades coming to Lanseria Airport
Lanseria International Airport has announced that several upgrades are to take place in the next few years. Here are the details…
Lanseria to see billion rand upgrades
In ann effort to be a more accessible and attractive destination for tourists and airlines, Lanseria International Airport in Johannesburg is planning a number of upgrades.
According to Travel News, the new developments will include the construction of new Fixed Base Operator (FBO) facilities, new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities as well as a fuel farm/depot.
There will also be an upgrade of the Taxiway Alpha, which will be changed from a Code C to a Code E-type, allowing it to accommodate larger aircraft like Boeing 777s and Airbus A330s.
More traffic and more routes
Lanseria International Airport CEO, Rampa Rammopo revealed to Travel News that the new developments and improvements would address many of the current limitations which have been deterring some airlines from operating at the airport.
“The comprehensive development projects are set to substantially increase the airport’s capacity to handle additional volumes of traffic by attracting more airlines and expanding the number of routes offered, particularly into other parts of Africa.” Rammopo said.
“As more routes are established, Lanseria International Airport will play a pivotal role in making Southern Africa and Africa as a whole more accessible. This enhanced connectivity is expected to attract a higher volume of international visitors, boosting the tourism sector in South Africa.” he added.
Millions to be spent
The new facilities will total over a billion rand, Travel News reported.
The new MRO facilities are estimated to cost R500 million alone, with construction set to begin in phases in 2026 and the last phase expected to be completed in 2031.
The new FBO facilities are also estimated to cost R500 million, scheduled to begin in 2026, and set to be completed in five years.
The new fuel farm/depot will cost about R140 million, with construction scheduled to commence in the 2024/2025 financial year and completion expected by 2027.
Finally, the estimated cost of the upgrade of the Taxiway Alpha is R200 million, and is projected to be developed in two years, with completion expected in 2027.