Lanseria sets sights on 18 million flyers by 2027
Lanseria International Airport has set an ambitious goal to accommodate 18 million passengers annually by 2027 – a development that could bring more domestic and international visitors to Mogale City, boosting local tourism and business opportunities.
Smart cities, smart skies, linked cities, innovations and career exposure were at the heart of this year’s edition of the Airports Regional Economic Outlook (Areo) South Africa conference hosted at Lanseria International Airport recently.
“The conference, organised by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, is a premier general aviation trade show that showcases a wide spectrum of services and technologies across the aviation sector,” said Mogale City Local Municipality (MCLM) communications officer, Refilwe Mahlangu.
“The show forms part of the broader Lanseria Smart City vision championed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. This vision is not only about connectivity and urban development but also about creating a smart, tourism-ready ecosystem that seamlessly integrates air mobility, hospitality and regional economic growth.”
Lanseria Airport CEO Rampa Rammopo’s keynote address echoed the theme that smart aviation anchors smart cities. He shared the airport’s goal to accommodate 18 million passengers a year by 2027, which will be realised through a strategic initiative such as major infrastructure upgrades, the expansion of a fuel farm and an entry into the air cargo sector.
Refilwe said for Mogale City, this not only means greater domestic and international visitors but also a rise in local tourism-linked business opportunities ranging from accommodation and shuttle services to leisure experiences and cultural attractions.
“In addition to existing nodes that link Johannesburg and Pretoria to Mogale City, the unfolding smart city vision and expansion of the Lanseria International Airport will serve as a strategic gateway for global tourists into the Cradle of Humankind, Magaliesburg mountain region and nearby leisure destinations.”
According to Executive Mayor Lucky Sele, the municipality is more than a bystander; it is a key partner in shaping a tourism-forward future. In a message of support, he confirmed that there is a commitment to the project, highlighting the broader economic benefits this collaboration is expected to unlock.
