Ethiopian Airlines Inaugurates Wako Gutu Airport Terminal to Boost Domestic Travel and Tourism
(IN SHORT) Ethiopian Airlines Group has inaugurated the Wako Gutu Airport Terminal at Bale Robe, enhancing domestic and regional air travel. The new terminal is designed to improve socio-economic and cultural connections and provides a modern and efficient travel experience for passengers. Ethiopian Airlines continues to strengthen regional connectivity, serving over 22 destinations across the country. The new terminal supports tourism, especially with access to the Bale Mountains National Park and Sof Omar cave. Ethiopian Airlines Group has been overseeing airport construction and renovations across Ethiopia since acquiring the Ethiopian Airports Enterprise in 2017.
(PRESS RELEASE) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2025-Jan-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline and one of the fastest-growing airline networks worldwide, has officially unveiled the new Wako Gutu Airport Terminal at Bale Robe. The inauguration ceremony was attended by high-ranking officials, including H.E. Shimelis Abdisa, President of the Oromia Regional State, Ethiopian Airlines Group executives, and various dignitaries. The state-of-the-art terminal is designed to enhance socio-economic and cultural connections both within Ethiopia and internationally, providing efficient and seamless domestic air travel services.
Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew, expressed his enthusiasm for the new terminal, stating, “We are thrilled to announce the completion of this project, which will significantly improve the travel experience for passengers flying to and from this destination. Our ongoing commitment to enhancing the airport experience across our domestic network motivates investments like this. This new facility represents our dedication to delivering modern, comfortable, and convenient travel options for our customers.”
Bale, renowned for its proximity to the stunning Sof Omar cave and the Bale Mountains National Park, is one of Ethiopia’s top tourist destinations. Ethiopian Airlines’ flights to Bale Robe play a crucial role in boosting tourism in the region by improving accessibility and promoting the area’s natural attractions.
As part of its strategy to improve regional connectivity, Ethiopian Airlines serves more than 22 destinations across the country. This is reflected in the airline’s operations, which include up to 14 weekly flights to and from Wako Gutu Airport. Ethiopian Airlines’ efforts to transform domestic aviation are further demonstrated by recent initiatives, such as the inauguration of the Gode Ugaas Miraad and Jinka Airport terminals, renovations at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport’s Domestic Terminal, and the resumption of services to Dembi Dollo and Axum Airports. The airline has also launched new routes to Nekemite and continues to invest in the expansion and improvement of airports across Ethiopia.
Since the Ethiopian Airports Enterprise became a Strategic Business Unit of Ethiopian Airlines Group in 2017, the airline has overseen the construction and renovation of airports throughout the country, further solidifying its role as a leader in Ethiopia’s aviation industry.
About Ethiopian
Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is one of the fastest-growing airlines brand globally and the continent’s largest airline brand. In its seventy-eight years of successful operations, Ethiopian has become one of the continent’s leading carriers, unrivalled in efficiency and operational success. Ethiopian commands the lion’s share of the African passenger and cargo network operating the youngest and most modern fleet to more than 150 domestic and international passenger and cargo destinations across five continents. Ethiopian’s fleet category consists of ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900, Airbus A350-1000 and De Havilland Q400.
Ethiopian is also pursuing multi-hub strategy through hubs in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines and in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways. Having achieved its strategic plan (Vision 2025) ahead of time, Ethiopian is currently implementing a 15-year strategic plan Vision 2035 that will see it become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world. Ethiopian has been champion in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for seven consecutive years among others. The airline has been a Star Alliance member since 2011 and has been registering more than threefold growth in the past 10 years.
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