2024
Benghazi International Airport Development
Location
Tika, Benghazi – Libya
Owner
The National Development Agency
Executing Authority
Global Builders in partnership with Eabr Alalam Company
Overview
For the first time since its independence, Libya has one of the best and most modern international airports on the continent. Libya has always been an important hub thanks to its strategic location connecting Africa, Europe, and Asia, and it's a key link in international transport and trade. Under the supervision and sponsorship of the National Development Agency, in cooperation with the leading Emirati company Global, which specializes in the construction and establishment of international airports, and with the active participation of Khalifa Holding Group through its national arm, EABR AL-ALAM for General Contracting, the first steps in the development of aviation infrastructure were taken in a unique precedent in the country's history. Benghazi International Airport has become a reality thanks to the considerable skills and expertise of those involved, unleashing the construction of one of the largest international airports and the first of its kind in the region. This is a turning point that strengthens Libya's role in connecting continents and countries around the world and contributes to laying the foundations for a solid economy based on local expertise.
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A strategic gateway to the future Covering a total area of 24 square kilometers, and built to the highest international aviation standards. The group is working with its partners to build a modern airport. The project includes the construction of a 125,000-square-meter passenger terminal designed to provide optimal passenger flow and a comfortable travel experience, in addition to 12 modern aircraft bridges and a 3,800-meter runway capable of accommodating a wide range of aircraft, including wide-body aircraft. With a capacity of more than 15 million passengers per year, this represents a major revolution for national and international airlines. The airport has a VIP lounge that provides secure and luxurious services for senior officials, diplomats, and high-profile travelers, as well as advanced cargo and logistics facilities to support commercial transport. In addition, there is a series of administrative and technical buildings, air traffic control facilities, safety units, and ground handling services, ensuring efficient coordination and operation across all airport facilities. This urban revolution aims to achieve a wide-ranging economic and social impact, contribute to the revitalization of the local economy, and provide more than 800 temporary jobs during the construction phase, in addition to 300 permanent jobs after commissioning. The smart systems and sustainable practices adopted will also contribute to promoting technical transformation in the Libyan aviation sector.