UAE-based GAAC Holding invests in upgrading Afghanistan's airports
The aviation sector in Afghanistan has been facing multiple challenges in recent years, with the country's airports being severely damaged and many international airlines suspending their flights to and from Afghanistan. In response to this, GAAC Holding, a UAE-based company, signed a contract with the Taliban administration to operate the three major airports in Afghanistan. After taking over the airport management, GAAC Holding made an urgent investment of USD 641,000 to restore the airport's functionality and safety. The company repaired the runway lights, installed generators, provided x-ray machines, metal detectors and explosive trace detectors, set up a temporary terminal building, and procured trolleys, tow tractors, loaders and buses. GAAC Holding also supplied food and water for airport workers and trained and employed more than 500 local staff to operate the airport. Now, GAAC Holding has announced its plans to modernize and upgrade Afghanistan's airports, maki...