Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) has begun renovations with completion of the first phase expected on November 16.
Many of ACSA’s airports, including PLZ, have not seen significant infrastructure upgrades since the 2010 FIFA World Cup. This is the first of several upgrades planned for the airport over the next five years through the Terminal Capacity Optimisation Project. Ahead of the full Terminal Expansion Project planned for 2030, the Terminal Capacity Optimisation Project will serve as an interim solution.
A 2024 capacity analysis found congestion during peak periods in key areas of the terminal, including the departures concourse and lounge as well as security screening.
ACSA says the project will improve passenger flow and comfort by increasing check-in processing capacity, improving circulation between check-in and security, enhancing security processing and expanding the departures lounge.
“Passengers will experience minimal disruption during the construction period. Our primary objective is safe and seamless facilitation for all airport users,” says Claudia Daniels, Airport Manager at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport.
