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The South African
a day ago
- Business
- The South African
Extensive upgrades on the cards for major South African airport
Lanseria International Airport, South Africa's only privately owned airport, is gearing up for a major transformation this year. According to BusinessTech , these major upgrades are aimed at increasing capacity at the airport, improving infrastructure, and establishing itself as a key regional hub. The South African airport is also positioning itself for long-term growth through an ambitious expansion plan. CEO Rampa Rammopo outlined a bold future for the Gauteng-based airport, BusinessTech revealed. Handling 1.9 million passengers annually, Lanseria aims to more than double that figure by 2032 and reach six million by 2037. By 2050, the goal is a staggering 18 million passengers a year. 'Our vision is to be a regional airport catering mainly to the SADC and sub-Saharan Africa,' Rammopo said. To support this growth, Lanseria is investing heavily in infrastructure. This will include: Terminal and parking expansion : A new three-storey parkade, costing R250 million, will add 1 000 bays, addressing long-standing complaints about parking costs and boosting the total to 4 000 bays. : A new three-storey parkade, costing R250 million, will add 1 000 bays, addressing long-standing complaints about parking costs and boosting the total to 4 000 bays. Fuel farm upgrade : The airport will also increase fuel storage from 1 000 to 6 000 cubic metres to prevent future supply issues. : The airport will also increase fuel storage from 1 000 to 6 000 cubic metres to prevent future supply issues. Technical relocation and runway plans : The existing fuel farm and technical areas will be relocated, and a second runway – costing between R1 billion and R2 billion – is under serious consideration. : The existing fuel farm and technical areas will be relocated, and a second runway – costing between R1 billion and R2 billion – is under serious consideration. Taxiway rehabilitation : Alpha Taxiway, which is over 20 years old, will undergo a major overhaul beginning in early 2026 to enhance efficiency and maintain safety standards. : Alpha Taxiway, which is over 20 years old, will undergo a major overhaul beginning in early 2026 to enhance efficiency and maintain safety standards. Cargo precinct : A ten-year project will also launch in late 2025 to create a full-scale cargo logistics hub, positioning the South African airport as a central player in regional freight transport. : A ten-year project will also launch in late 2025 to create a full-scale cargo logistics hub, positioning the South African airport as a central player in regional freight transport. Land development : With 90 hectares of available land, the airport has signed a lease with Bionic Aviation for a state-of-the-art hangar and office complex. : With 90 hectares of available land, the airport has signed a lease with Bionic Aviation for a state-of-the-art hangar and office complex. Hangar upgrades: A five-year modernisation programme is underway, with six hangars already revamped and more planned, including digitised systems and enhanced access control. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
14-05-2025
- Business
- The South African
Name change on the cards for major South African airport?
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has revealed that Lanseria International Airport may soon undergo a name change – part of a broader effort to align the airport more closely with the identity and growth of South Africa's commercial capital. Speaking during his 2025 State of the City Address this month, Morero informed the Johannesburg City Council that the airport's management is 'contemplating renaming the facility to more closely reflect and celebrate its connection to our city.' 'The city will support this initiative, which will strengthen the airport brand and foster a stronger sense of belonging,' Morero said. The potential name change comes as Lanseria continues its transformation into a major regional transport hub, supported by significant private and public investment. While no official new name has been announced yet, speculation is already mounting about potential names that could reflect Lanseria's importance to Johannesburg and the region. City officials say that renaming the airport will help it better compete on the global stage and enhance its identity as a key gateway to Gauteng and Southern Africa. 'We are growing, and our airport must grow with us – in infrastructure, in capacity, and in identity,' Mayor Morero said. Lanseria's latest phase of development was announced in July 2024, with investors pledging to expand capacity and improve infrastructure in order to attract more regional flights and reduce pressure on OR Tambo. The planned upgrades include: A new fuel depot, to safeguard operations from fuel shortages Maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities Fixed-base operator (FBO) services Taxiway and infrastructure enhancements The fuel depot is particularly significant following recent disruptions at other major airports, including a damaged fuel line at Cape Town International and a jet-fuel shortage at OR Tambo due to a refinery fire. Lanseria CEO Rampa Rammopo said these developments are essential to 'address current limitations' and ensure the airport remains attractive to international carriers. Lanseria's transformation signals a new chapter not just for the airport, but for Johannesburg's position as a thriving aviation and business hub. With a name change and new facilities on the horizon, the future of South Africa's only private international airport is poised for takeoff. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
