Cape Town International Airport has restored core operations following a fire in the northern service yard (international inner lane) on Tuesday morning. 

According to a statement issued by the Airports Company South Africa (Acsa), the fire was contained and extinguished, with no injuries reported. 

The operational status is as follows:   

• Check-in and customs: All domestic and international check-in systems, along with Border Management Authority and customs services, are fully automated and functional.  

• Arrivals: International arrivals will continue to use an alternate ‘meeters and greeters’ route on the ground floor of the international inner lane while a final safety assessment of the terminal is being completed. 

 • Baggage handling: Baggage processing is currently being managed manually. Maintenance teams are working 24/7 to restore automated services.  

Passenger advice 

“Temporary accommodations are being arranged for airport partners whose facilities have been impacted by the incident. Airports Company South Africa apologises for any inconvenience and thanks our passengers and partners for their continued patience,” says Acsa spokesperson Ofentse Dijoe. 

“Passengers are advised to arrive early and check their flight status directly with their airline,” he says. 

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