• Reference: P-NA-DA0-001
• Approval date: 20/07/2010
• Start date: 07/06/2012
• Appraisal Date: 31/12/2009
• Status: OngoingOnGo
• Implementing Agency: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT
• Location: NAMIBIA

The study covers a total of eight airports located in Windhoek (Hosea Kutako International and Eros Airports), Walvis Bay, Keetmanshoop, Luderitz, Rundu, Katima Mulilo and Ondangwa. The study will be managed by the Namibia Airports Company (NAC), the Executing Agency and designated infrastructure owner and the output would determine final scope of detailed design and, in some cases, scope of works on future implementation.

The study components are summarised as follows:

(i)Feasibility Studies and Basic Design of Terminal Building for HKIA Reviewing the 2004 feasibility study report to permit an updated feasibility study, design optioneering and preliminary detailed design to be carried out. Key Outputs: Feasibility Study Report, Preliminary Detailed Design Deliverable, Works Implementation Programme and Engineers Estimate.

ii)Preparation of Environmental Master-Plan for NAC Airports (8no. Airports); Performing studies and surveys in establishing balance between air-traffic and infrastructure systems and the environment including natural resources, ecological and social systems and wildlife, considered in unison with future airport developments. Key Output: Conceptual Planning Report, Detailed Environmental Master Plan covering all NAC airports.

iii)Studies for upgrading (Master Planning Land-Use Planning) of NAC Regional Airport (5no. Airports). Performing studies and surveys that consider all components of an efficient operational airport based on sound engineering, economic and environmental information to create an airport layout that optimises land-use and operational facilities while taking into account future development. Key Output: Inception Report, Conceptual Planning Report, Draft and Final Master Plan and Future Land Use Plan Reports.

The objective of this Study is two-fold, each to develop the relevant output of master plans and designs to bring forth deliverables in readiness for future implementation. It broadly includes: a.For HKIA, follow-up on the 2004 master-plan study, update and expand the scope as required in readiness for future implementation. b.For other airports, to have fully developed master-plans (environmental and land-use planning) for the development of regional airports which is to form the basis for future development.

i)Justification based on GRN's strategy In defining the country's Vision 2030 targets, objectives and strategies were identified to yield effective and efficient transport infrastructure to ensure safe operations of transport services. The focus area in addition to enhancing the road network was the development of capacity in the civil aviation sector by recognition of the importance of achieving a balanced transport infrastructure and the employment creating attributes given its direct link with tourism. In spite of the government efforts to create employment opportunities, unemployment remains high (over 30%). The tourism industry has proved a reliable source for income generation and employment for the rural and urban population alike and, with the vastness and remoteness of its attractions, the industry relies heavily on its aviation infrastructure to deliver appropriate services.

ii)Justification based on ADB strategy (2009-2013 CSP) The Bank's Country Strategy Paper (CSP) describes strategy for intervention in addressing poverty and stipulates the enhancement of private sector competiveness through capacity and infrastructure development. The potential of NAC to foster public/private sector projects is an incentive to the Bank as this is aligned with the Banks' strategy for intervention and a justification to enhance its project portfolio in the country. The government's NDP3 report, complements the CSP, by highlighting the beneficiaries as the '...business community and the tourism industry, which in combination directly impact economic and social development of the country. The Bank acknowledges the constraints that currently prevail in forming sustainable partnerships with Namibia citing the competition with other multilateral and unilateral institutions as a contributing factor. With the desire to enhance relationship and ultimately contribute to addressing the social challenges of poverty and unemployment the assistance provides the Bank with the opportunity to enhance its effectiveness in sustainable investment.

To promote economic and social development by enhancing existing infrastructure to meet increased operational activities of the airports.

Efficient operational Transport system leads to:

"Financial independence and competitiveness of parastatals (NAC)

"Relieve government of capacity constraints

"Creating new SMEs

"Employment opportunities to rural and urban population

"Facilitates/Fosters Private participation

WADDA-SENGHORE Mam Tut - OITC2

Finance source	Amount
MICF	UAC 594,000
Government	UAC 31,000
Total	UAC 625,000