Mostar Airport is preparing to embark on a long-anticipated expansion of its passenger terminal, driven by a surge in demand and a growing number of scheduled services.
The project, which is planned to commence in 2026 pending the finalisation of financial arrangements, aims to address critical capacity limitations and support the airport’s long-term strategy of becoming more competitive. Plans include enlarging the terminal area, improving passenger flow and adding new commercial amenities.
The project’s realisation depends on securing credit financing, with discussions currently underway. If all goes according to plan, construction could begin next year.
“Airlines are requesting specific improvements from us, such as a larger terminal space, and we are working to make that happen. Another important factor is the need to expand our commercial offering, including shops and souvenir outlets”, the airport’s CEO, Marko Djuzel, said.
Over the past year, Mostar Airport has experienced a revival in operations. The opening of its first airline base with Italian carrier Sky Alps marked a major milestone, accompanied by the introduction of a record number of scheduled services. In addition to year-round flights to Zagreb and Belgrade, the airport is seasonally connected to cities such as Munich, Bari, Naples, Palermo, Bergamo and Rome, while Eurowings serves Stuttgart and Dusseldorf. Talks are ongoing for the introduction of new routes in 2026 with key European markets.
Passenger numbers have grown considerably, and the airport has become a recipient of subsidised services operated by Sky Alps, Croatia Airlines and Air Serbia.
Financially, Mostar Airport remains reliant on government support.
Although revenues more than doubled in 2024, reaching over 767.000 euros, operating expenses also rose sharply to approximately five million euros. Profit from regular operations fell by 70%, amounting to just over 51.000 euros.
Subsidies played a crucial role in maintaining stability, with government support totalling 4.2 million euros in 2024.
The airport anticipates that the continued backing from the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, the basing of an air tanker for firefighting duties and the strategic partnership with Sky Alps will all contribute to a more sustainable and resilient operational environment in the years to come, Ex Yu Aviation news writes.
