At the start of the meeting, Madbouly stressed the strategic
importance of Terminal 4, noting its role in transforming Cairo International
Airport, the gateway to Egypt, and showcasing the country’s ongoing development
and modernization efforts. He also emphasized the need to enlist top
international consulting firms with expertise in designing such large-scale
projects.
Dr. El-Hefny presented details of the new terminal,
describing it as a flagship project that will significantly enhance airport
services and infrastructure. Once completed, it will boost the airport’s total
capacity to 60 million passengers annually. The terminal will feature
state-of-the-art systems and technologies in air navigation, ground operations,
building management, and infrastructure, incorporating the latest innovations
to create a fully smart environment.
He noted that the project’s financial and technical studies
have been finalized, and the new terminal alone is expected to accommodate up
to 30 million passengers annually.
The minister added that Terminal 4 is set to become a global
model for airport design and operations, utilizing smart technologies to
provide world-class services and an exceptional travel experience.