Construction of new Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) facilities in Honiara and Munda is progressing steadily under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), marking a significant step forward in strengthening the country’s aviation infrastructure.
The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) with financial support from the World Bank. Construction works are being carried out by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), while Egis Asia provides supervision consultancy services.
In Munda, major works continue to advance, including completion of the first coat of interior painting on both the ground and first floors. Ceiling installation is progressing towards the Visual Control Room (VCR), while roof slab waterproofing and flood testing have been successfully completed. Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) installations are also ongoing.
At Honiara International Airport, major structural works on the new tower have been completed. Ceiling installation is progressing across multiple levels, while both exterior and interior plastering works continue. Roof deck waterproofing and screed protection have also been completed, with electrical installations, cable pulling and MEP works advancing toward the Visual Control Room.
Ministry of Communication and Aviation Permanent Secretary, Alwyn Danitofea, said the modern facilities are critical to enhancing aviation safety, operational efficiency and reliability throughout Solomon Islands.
He noted that once completed, the new towers will provide improved working environments and modern operational capabilities for air traffic controllers, helping to deliver safer and more efficient aviation services for both domestic and international air traffic.
The development forms part of the Government’s broader commitment to improving national connectivity and supporting economic growth through reliable transport infrastructure.
Through SIRAP2 and with continued support from the World Bank, the Ministry of Communication and Aviation remains focused on modernizing the country’s aviation sector and ensuring Solomon Islands is better equipped to meet future air transport demands.
Source : Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project
