ACSA Hosts the Portfolio Committee on Transport for a Strategic Oversight Visit ??

This morning, Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) had the honor of hosting the Portfolio Committee on Transport for an insightful engagement focused on operational resilience, fuel security, and innovation-driven growth. The visit provided ACSA an opportunity to showcase its strategic initiatives and commitment to ensuring a seamless, efficient, and future-ready aviation industry.

Key discussions included:

• A review of the recent jet fuel supply incidents and how ACSA effectively mitigated these challenges to ensure uninterrupted airport operations.
• An in-depth presentation on ACSA’s jet fuel strategy, highlighting long-term solutions to enhance fuel security and supply chain stability.
• A site visit to the fuel farm at O.R. Tambo International Airport, where committee members gained firsthand insight into ACSA’s fuel infrastructure and management systems.

During the engagement, Dr. Dr. Chris Hunsinger , MP in the National Assembly for the Democratic Alliance commended ACSA’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability, stating: "ACSA’s OPEX ratio shows that the organisation is doing more with less – a testament to its efficiency, resilience, and commitment to sustainability.”

Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Transport, Mr. Selelo Donald Selamolela, reflected on ACSA’s performance, emphasizing the importance of engagement and oversight. He acknowledged ACSA’s strong track record and stated: "When an entity that has been doing well suddenly faces challenges, it is important for us to come in, listen, and provide insight. We are proud of the good work being done and look forward to hearing the plans for the new financial year. We strongly hope that the next financial year will be one of growth and innovation.”

As a consumer of the fuel provided by National Petroleum Refiners of SA (Pty) Ltd (NATREF) , ACSA welcomed the official reopening of this critical facility. This milestone reinforces our commitment to ensuring a stable and secure fuel supply, a key enabler of seamless airport operations and sustained industry growth.

ACSA’s 2025/26 Strategy ACSA’s long-term vision is built on three core pillars: Innovate, Grow, and Sustain. Our ongoing commitment to innovation is driving the adoption of AI, blockchain, and IoT to enhance operational efficiency and passenger facilitation.

Through strategic partnerships—including agreements with CSIR and other key stakeholders—ACSA is integrating smart technology solutions that will shape the future of South Africa’s aviation landscape. These advancements align with our mission to be the leading airport network of smart, innovation-driven airports.

CEO Mpumi Mpofu: “Our vision is to position ACSA as the leading airport network of smart, innovation-driven airports, ensuring seamless connectivity and unlocking economic opportunities for South Africa and beyond.”

With a strong foundation in place, ACSA remains committed to excellence, sustainability, and industry leadership—ensuring South Africa’s aviation sector continues to soar.

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