13 August 2024
Ethiopian Airlines Group has signed a technical advisory and consultancy contract with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants to embark on the design and supervision of a Mega Airport City at Abusera in Bishoftu city.
This state-of-the-art airport city, located just 40km from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, is poised to revolutionise air travel in Ethiopia. Upon completion, the new airport is projected to have the capacity to serve 110 million passengers each year, which is four times the current capacity of Bole International Airport.
Ethiopian Airlines’ Group CEO, Mesfin Tasew, announced the Mega Airport City project, highlighting its role in establishing Ethiopia as a global aviation hub.
“The project will not only enhance connectivity but also drive economic growth and prioritise environmentally responsible practices in our country and beyond, reflecting the airline’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. With its exceptional capacity and world-class facilities, this new airport promises to elevate African aviation and strengthen partnerships, marking a significant advancement for the region’s air travel infrastructure”.
Dar’s director of operations in Ethiopia Tariq Al-Qanni said: “We are privileged to be collaborating with Ethiopian Airlines on this visionary new airport, which will provide vital global air connectivity, accelerate economic growth in Ethiopia, and elevate Ethiopian Airlines into Africa’s most strategic and most competitive aviation group.”
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