THEME: Building MMIA Into A Safe & Economically Viable Hub
Keynote Speaker , Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, FAAN MD/CE
At the end of deliberations, it was agreed that
- Attention should be given to basic elements for emergence of a hub status in line with globally accepted standards and practices starting with immediate provision of transit facilities at MMIA.
- Two to three strong Nigerian airlines should become National Flag Carriers so as to boost passenger and cargo traffic.
- There is a need to adopt technology to enhance passenger experience, develop modern cargo terminals and cold-chain systems at the airports
4.,There is need to position Nigeria as an MRO hub to unlock greater value in the aviation supply chain.
- .There should be high-level engagements for monorail development at MMIA for terminal connectivity
- There should be an upgrade of airfield lighting on Runways 18L/36R and key taxiways to Category II LED standards
- Deployment of the advanced Airport Surface Movement Guidance and Control System (A-SMGCS) and im
mplementation of Access Control systems are required
8.. There is required, an expansion of apron and aircraft parking stands by relocating two hangars obstructing wide-body aircraft operations
- There is need to install multiple Avio bridges for simultaneous aircraft turnaround
- FAAN need to upgrade cargo terminal facilities and integrate air cargo logistics systems.
- There is a need for stakeholder inclusive engagement in the current modernization of the MMIA from design to execution