Angola’s largest and most advanced airport, designed to serve as a major regional hub for Southern Africa.
Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ) is located about 40 km southeast of Luanda in Bom Jesus, Icolo e Bengo Province. Officially inaugurated in November 2023, it replaces Quatro de Fevereiro Airport as Angola’s primary international gateway and is built to handle significant passenger and cargo volumes.
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Passenger and cargo volumes are ramping up rapidly as international operations transition from LAD, with full capacity expected by late 2025.
12,000
Personnel include airline staff, ground handlers, security, retail, hospitality, and airport operations teams.
The airport is designed for up to 15 million passengers and 130,000 tons of cargo annually, with phased expansion planned.
Features state-of-the-art baggage handling, biometric security, and digital passenger processing systems.
Incorporates energy-efficient terminal design, water recycling, and plans for sustainable aviation fuel integration.
Coordinate with national authorities to streamline customs and immigration, ensuring compliance with international standards.
Continue phased terminal and runway expansions to accommodate future growth and enhance operational resilience.
Accelerate adoption of green technologies and sustainable practices to meet global environmental benchmarks.
