Nationwide Upgrades Enhance Algerian Port and Airport Facilities

The Algerian Public Works and Basic Infrastructure sector is implementing a continuous program of projects aimed at modernizing and expanding port and airport facilities across various wilayas. These initiatives, which encompass expansion, reinforcement, rehabilitation, and maintenance operations, are closely monitored by Minister Abdelkader Djellaoui in coordination with the relevant governors. The overarching objective is to bolster the capabilities of these vital installations and improve their operational readiness and efficiency, reflecting a strategic commitment to national infrastructure development.

Significant progress is being made on several port developments nationwide. Works are ongoing at the Annaba Phosphate Port, specifically at the mining berth, which is part of an integrated phosphate project. These efforts involve backfilling with marine sand, pile driving, and the placement of rocks and stones as part of marine works to extend the breakwater. In Mostaganem, projects continue to protect the Sidi Lakhdar fishing port through breakwater extensions, while technical studies are advancing for the expansion of Jijel's Jen Jen port, which includes plans for a new berth up to 20 meters deep to accommodate large vessels. Additionally, dredging operations are in progress at multiple port basins, including Béjaïa, Zemmouri in Boumerdès, Bouharoun, Khemisti, and Gouraya in Tipasa, Salamandre in Mostaganem, Beni Saf in Ain Témouchent, and the Arzew fishing port in Oran. Recently completed works include the expansion and reinforcement of the Kasbah quay at Béjaïa port, as well as dredging operations at El Marsa and Beni Haoua ports in Chlef, and Sidi Lakhdar port in Mostaganem.

The airport sector is also witnessing widespread development, with several projects nearing completion or in advanced stages. Construction of a new airport in Tin Zaouatine, located in In Guezzam wilaya, is reaching its final phases, with various airport facilities, including the main runway, two taxiways, and the aircraft parking area, largely completed. Similarly, a new runway project at In Guezzam airport is also nearing completion. Preparations are underway to launch a project for a new international airport in the Zaghamra area of Beni Abbès wilaya, scheduled as part of the 2027 program. Studies and preparations are progressing for the expansion of the aircraft parking area at Abane Ramdane airport in Béjaïa to enhance its capacity. Concurrently, reinforcement works are being carried out on the main runway at Tindouf airport, the secondary runway at Constantine airport, and the aircraft parking area at Tlemcen airport. Among completed projects, the Hassi Messaoud airport in Ouargla has seen the reinforcement of its runway and associated extensions, and a new runway has been constructed at Bou Saada airport.