Sri Lanka’s Jaffna Airport terminal Stage 2 tender set for January 2026
The Morning: The Government plans to award the tender for Stage 2 of the new terminal project at the Jaffna International Airport by the end of January 2026.
Speaking to The Sunday Morning Business, Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku revealed that construction of a new terminal building at the airport had commenced, adding that the project would be carried out in two stages.
“We have commenced construction of a terminal building at the Jaffna International Airport. This will be done in two stages. We have already awarded the tender for Stage 1 and they have commenced the related work. We should be able to award the tender for Stage 2 by the end of January 2026,” he said.
Kodithuwakku also revealed that the Government was actively considering an expansion of the runway at the airport.
He further stated that the total expected investment for both stages of the terminal project would be approximately Rs. 700 million.
While he was unable to provide an exact timeline for the completion of both stages, the Deputy Minister expressed optimism that the new terminal could be completed within two years.
The Jaffna International Airport, formerly known as the Palaly Airport, was established by the British Armed Forces on 359 acres of land in Palaly, with its first flight to India taking place on 10 December 1947.
OSL take:
Sri Lanka’s development programme aimed at meeting the requirements of an emerging regional hub has presented many business/investment opportunities. With Sri Lanka’s economy on a steady growth path and an expansion in all key economic sectors in the country, there’s a growing need for the country to further uplift and develop the country’s facilities to meet the requirements of a growing economy. These expansions have presented many business/investment opportunities that are lucrative ventures for foreign businesses/investors. Sri Lanka’s steady growth and increasing business potential will see the further expansion of the lucrative opportunities that are open for foreign businesses/investors. The country’s geographical positioning in the Indian Ocean, the strong trade ties enjoyed with many foreign countries and the increasing business conducive environment in the country have added to Sri Lanka’s attraction as a growing business destination in the South Asian region. Also, the expansion in the country’s airport and aviation industry due to the growing number of foreign travelers to the country, while presenting business/investment opportunities has further improved connectivity, locally and internationally.
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