Hartsfield-Jackson and Airports Company South Africa will work together to bolster business and trade between sister airports and countries
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has signed a sister airport cooperation agreement with Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), which operates nine airports, including OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. This agreement is part of the US-South Africa joint Atlanta Phambili initiative – a programme designed to foster economic, educational, and cultural exchanges between the countries. The partnership will promote collaboration in operational best practices, passenger services, and air cargo management between the two hubs.
“In this age of global connectivity, this partnership represents an incredible opportunity for growth and learning,” said Jan Lennon, interim general manager of ATL. “We are excited to work closely with our colleagues at OR Tambo International Airport to enhance connectivity and share expertise, ensuring both airports continue to lead globally.”
Lennon’s sentiments were echoed by Mpumi Mpofu, group CEO of Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), who said: “Through this cooperation, we are creating opportunities for innovation in passenger experience and operational efficiency. This agreement reinforces our shared vision for progress and positions both of our airports to better serve our communities.”
Atlanta Phambili seeks to use Atlanta as a gateway to foster common understanding, grow shared prosperity, and facilitate mutually beneficial knowledge exchange. According to ATL, the initiative taps into Atlanta’s rich ecosystem of educational and research institutions, diaspora connections, creatives industry, and economic dynamism to promote two-way partnership and exchange between US and South African leaders, institutions, and businesses. Atlanta Phambili is a joint effort by the US Mission in South Africa and the government of South Africa.
