Green Light Granted for Cape Winelands Airport Expansion

The Cape Winelands Airport on Thursday got the official go-ahead from the Western Cape Provincial Government, which approved the project’s Environmental Authorisation Application.  

The R8-billion airport project is anticipated to open in 2028. 

Environmental Authorisation was granted by the Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.  

“The granting of Environmental Authorisation is an important validation of the extensive work and consultation that has gone into ensuring this project meets the highest environmental and community standards,” said Deon Cloete, Managing Director, Cape Winelands Airport.

“We are mighty pleased with this positive outcome and grateful for all the support and encouragement received over the years. This is truly a milestone made possible with the support of our stakeholders, partners and the community”. 

The project team will now focus on detailed plans and implementation measures.

Read the full press release here.