The US$1.3bn Benghazi International Airport project, part of Libya’s Vision 2030, is slated for completion in 2026. Described as one of Africa’s most ambitious infrastructure developments, the airport is being delivered by Libya’s National Development Agency in partnership with Global Builders Company (NDA).
Covering 24km2, the facility has been designed to handle 15 million passengers annually, with infrastructure capable of accommodating the world’s largest aircraft, the Airbus A380. The new terminal will span 125,000m2, supported by a VIP terminal, cargo hub, as well as a 3.8-km runway, said to be the longest in North Africa.
The airport’s sweeping rooflines are intended to evoke the form of Libya’s deserts and the flow of the Mediterranean. The project is generating over 2,500 jobs, engaging international teams from 12 countries. Yet, according to the partners, employment, training and service opportunities are being created for Libyans.
Spearheading this transformation is Mahmud Elforjani, executive director of the NDA, who said, “The new Benghazi International Airport is not just a gateway to the world – it’s a gateway to Libya’s future. This project will catalyze trade, tourism and economic development, while showcasing the immense potential of our people and our geography.”
