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Benguela and the International Airport
The “Paulo Teixeira Jorge” International Airport, located in Catumbela, province of Benguela, will be certified in 2024. This guarantee given by sources from SGA-Sociedade Gestora dos Aeroportos, which plans to complete the certification process by October 2024, to Therefore, Catumbela Airport is undergoing improvement works with a view to completing the certification process.
With a maximum capacity of 900 passengers per hour, Paulo Teixeira Jorge International Airport will be a major driver of the economy of the province and the region where it is located.
The airport will be adequately prepared to meet the needs of passengers, offering not only passenger flights but also cargo services.
The “Paulo Teixeira Jorge” International Airport will play a significant role in the economic and social development of the region, in a way not comparable to any other;
1. Global Connectivity:
- With the airport's certification, Catumbela becomes a connection point for international flights, facilitating access for passengers and cargo.
- Global connectivity is fundamental for the development of business, tourism and commerce, as local companies can expand operations internationally, and tourists will have an easier time visiting Benguela.
2. Development of the Tourism Sector:
- With an international airport, tourist interest in the region will increase.
- Visitors will be able to explore the beautiful beaches, culture and history of the province of Benguela, as well as having easy access to neighboring provinces.
- Hotels, restaurants and other tourism-related companies will directly benefit from the increase in the number of visitors.
3. Stimulating Foreign Investment:
- Foreign companies consider accessibility a fundamental factor when choosing locations to invest. With an international airport, Benguela becomes more attractive for investors.
- The development of infrastructure, such as hotels, roads and services, will accompany economic growth leading to greater local and regional sustainability.
4. Growth of Commerce and Industry:
- Cargo transport will be extremely important not only to satisfy local needs but also companies can export products more efficiently, boosting the local economy.
- Sectors such as agriculture, fishing and mining will have faster access to international markets.
5. Jobs and Social Development:
- The impact of moving to an international airport will automatically create an increase in direct and indirect jobs, as from the creation of company ground teams, maintenance staff, security, employees for bars and restaurants, taxis, etc., there will be employment opportunities for the community local in the most diverse sectors.
- The economic development resulting from the transformation of the airport as an international one will improve the quality of life, with investments in education, health and infrastructure.
Catumbela International Airport will not only be a facilitator for travel, but the main driver of transformation for the entire region.
An article by: Jorge Nunes
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