Egypt sets date for offering operation of 20 airports to private sector

A timetable is already in place for the project, which he said will be finalized before August 20, the Cairo 24 news website report on Sunday.

This plan comes within the Egyptian airports development strategy, the source explained, through which the state aspires to advance the civil aviation sector.

Up to 20 airports will be offered under a global operating system through partnering with major specialized companies, coordinated with concerned authorities and followed-up by the Cabinet.

These major companies that will be contracted to manage airports will be among the most important companies in this field, he said, and have extensive experience in managing major airports globally.

The state is working to select a specialized international consultant to develop an integrated plan for offering Egyptian airports, the source said.