Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has announced the implementation of advanced operating systems at Cairo International Airport, following strict instructions from President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi to integrate the latest navigation and ground operation technologies.
Speaking during an extensive inspection of the airport on Saturday, Madbouly stated that the presidential mandate requires the adoption of a sophisticated operating framework that includes the latest systems in air navigation, ground operations, and building management. He added that the directive emphasises the integration of technical innovations to ensure a smart and sustainable environment that aligns with international standards.
The Prime Minister conducted the tour immediately upon his return from Beirut, Lebanon, accompanied by the Minister of Civil Aviation, Sameh El-Hefny, and the Chairperson of the Cairo Airport Company, Magdy Ishak. The visit focused on Terminals 2 and 3 as part of a continuous monitoring of Egyptian airport operations and the quality of services provided to passengers.
Madbouly highlighted the state’s commitment to developing national airports as part of a comprehensive plan to create a seamless, high-level travel experience. This strategy is designed to enhance the Egyptian civil aviation sector’s ability to compete regionally and internationally while supporting the state’s objectives to increase the number of tourists arriving in Egypt.
During the inspection of the customs zones, the Prime Minister directed that the number of staff be increased to reduce waiting times and facilitate procedures for both arriving and departing travellers. Mohamed Moussa, head of the Central Administration of Cairo Airport Customs, provided a briefing on current operational workflows in the area.
The tour began at Terminal 3, where the delegation visited the arrivals hall, banking areas, e-passport counters, and baggage carousels. Madbouly also reviewed the new electronic airport limousine service and inspected the international departure zones, including weighing stations, passport control, and a new screening gate. The inspection further covered the duty-free shops, VIP lounges, and ongoing expansion works in the restaurant areas.
At Terminal 2, the Prime Minister visited the Plaza Premium transit lounge and banking facilities. He toured the departure gates specifically equipped to handle A380 wide-body aircraft, which officials noted demonstrates the airport’s readiness to accommodate the world’s largest commercial planes.
The inspection included the Cairo Airport Company’s transit hotel, where Madbouly reviewed room models designed to provide comfort for transit passengers, as well as the airport museum, which serves as a cultural showcase for the facility.
Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh El-Hefny said the ministry’s vision aims to strengthen Cairo International Airport’s position as a regional hub. He noted that infrastructure upgrades and the installation of the latest technological systems are essential to meet international quality standards and keep pace with the increasing growth in air traffic.
The visit concluded at the Cairo International Airport Operations Centre, described by officials as the “operating brain” of the facility. The centre is responsible for the 24-hour coordination of all flights and services, including air traffic control and security, to ensure operational regularity and safety. Officials stated the centre plays a pivotal role in crisis management and rapid decision-making to reduce delays and improve overall performance efficiency.
