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The expansion and upgrade works of Robert Mugabe International Airport in Zimbabwe are at an advanced stage.
Reportedly the construction of the main terminal is almost complete. Only a few final touches are being made. The state-of-the-art VVIP pavilion on the other hand is also almost done while the new rivals and departure sections are done.
According to China Jiangsu International pump station, and chilled water pipe has been installed. The company also revealed that the number three boarding bridge has been hoisted and connected successfully.
At this pace, the Robert Mugabe International Airport could be opened for services by June 2023. Meanwhile, the rehabilitation of the existing international and domestic terminal buildings will begin and be completed in Dec 2023.
Overview of the Robert Mugabe International Airport Upgrade Project
The RGM International Airport expansion works entail expanding the international terminal building and aprons and the installation of four new air bridges. A VVIP pavilion will also be constructed.
The project will also include the upgrade of the ground lighting system and communication systems and along with this will be service equipment such as ambulances, universal towing vehicles, airside buses, and fire-fighting vehicles.
The works are being undertaken by the Chinese construction company China Jiangsu International. Funding for the RGM International Airport expansion works has been through a concessionary loan from the China Exim Bank that was availed after a state visit to Beijing by President Mnangagwa in 2018. |
