DAR

2025-10

Bishoftu Airport Project - Awarded

Ethiopia's Aviation Ambition: $10 Billion Bishoftu Airport Secures Funding, Design Moves Forward ...

Focus on Specialized Cargo: Sidara and PAN Ink AVI Station Contract

In a move reinforcing Ethiopia's commitment to high-standard international cargo operations, a specialized contract has been formalized for the development of the Live Animal (AVI) station within the new Bishoftu International Airport.

The agreement covers the Validation and Flow Chart design for the state-of-the-art animal station facility, which is a critical component for one of Africa's busiest cargo carriers, Ethiopian Airlines. By prioritizing a detailed flow chart and validation process early, the airport aims to ensure the highest global standards for animal welfare, logistics efficiency, and compliance for transit cargo from day one.

While Sidara (formerly Dar Al-Handasah) is already the high-profile partner responsible for the overarching design and consultancy of the massive airport complex, this specialized contract, reportedly involving PAN, signals a deep dive into the technical requirements for specific operational units such as AVI handling & support. This focus on specialized infrastructure like the AVI station is crucial for supporting Ethiopia’s role as a major hub for high-value cargo like livestock and high-grade consumables.