FIJI Airports has awarded the contract for the upgrade of the Baggage Handling System (BHS) at the Nadi International Airport to Alstef Group, a global leader in baggage handling solutions.
A total of $8.1million was awarded to Alstef for the supply of conveyor belt system and installation, and it represents is one of the most significant upgrades in the heart of operations at the Nadi International Airport after many years.
The partnership with Alstef Group builds on its track record of delivering baggage handling projects across Australia and New Zealand airports.
Fiji Airports chief executive officer Mesake Nawari said the upgrade project would deliver a modern, more efficient and resilient baggage system, that would include upgrading the check-in counter conveyor with dual conveyors to improve throughput during peak travel times.
He said it would also include a new outbound screening line with Standard 3 Hold Baggage Screening machines for enhanced security and efficiency, a large new make-up carousel to boost capacity and operational flexibility, and automatic bag drops – delivered in partnership with Collins Aerospace.
“The scope of work includes a phased replacement of all Hold Baggage Screening machines with European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) Standard 3 and US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) approved technology, with the first unit already completed in England and expected to arrive in Fiji before the end of the year,” Mr Nawari said.
“This project is about delivering a seamless and secure travel experience, supporting our tourism industry, and ensuring that Nadi International Airport continues to stand proudly as Fiji’s international gateway to the world,” he said.
The Baggage Handling System upgrade is a key milestone, which outlines future-ready infrastructure to meet the growing demands of passengers and strengthen Fiji’s role in regional aviation.
The contract was signed by Mr Nawari and Alstef Group Key Account Manager for Australia and Pacific Islands Arnaud Bouquet.
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Note: This article was first published under the headline: $8.1m BHS contract – Upgrade to deliver modern and efficient baggage system in Page 18 of the print version of The Fiji Times dated Saturday, September 06, 2025
