Bulgaria upgrades ageing airport

2/26/2009 10:50:31 AM

Bulgaria launched the upgrade of the airport of its second biggest city of Plovdiv in an attempt to boost cargo transport, and lure tourists, as the global economic downturn bites, Reuters reported.   The Socialist-led government will spend US$26.4 million to build a new terminal and almost double plane stands to unclog traffic and increase the airport's capacity.   "The modernisation of the airport will improve the transport and tourist opportunities in the region and will encourage airlines to open new destinations," the transport ministry said.   Plovdiv's airport, some 150 km southeast of Sofia, is a back-up airport for the capital.   Its upgrade is expected to be finished by June 15, ahead of planned general elections.   CargoNewsAsia

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