The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has announced the commencement of operations at the new terminal building of Prempeh I International Airport in Kumasi, starting on Monday, July 1, 2024.
In preparation for the transition from the old terminal to the new state-of-the-art facility, GACL, in collaboration with key stakeholders, will conduct a series of subsystem simulations.
These will be followed by two full-scale integrated simulations of all processes and systems within the new terminal from June 25 to June 30, 2024.
According to the official statement, the aim of these exercises is to ensure that all systems, equipment, and staff are fully prepared to operate efficiently and effectively while managing risks associated with the transfer of operations.
To facilitate a smooth transition, three live flights will be conducted from the new terminal between June 28 and June 30, 2024.
GACL has advised Africa World Airlines and Passion Air to notify passengers traveling on these dates about the new arrangements.
The new terminal at Prempeh I International Airport is reported to boasts of a range of modern features designed to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.
These include the capacity to handle 800,000 passengers annually, the ability to process 200 passengers per hour, two passenger boarding bridges, a presidential lounge, three additional lounges, four boarding gates, four self-service check-in kiosks, and nine check-in desks.
Also, the terminal is equipped with 16 immigration booths, airline and staff offices, a large commercial retail area, a currency declaration office, a forex bureau, a visa-on-arrival facility, an automated car park, a multipurpose faith room, a dedicated area for unaccompanied minors, modern baggage handling systems, and a medical facility.
The airport is pointed to have a huge impact on the Ashanti Region’s presence in Africa and the global stage.
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