THE recently-launched Namibia Airports Company is to spend more than N$70-million upgrading the eight airports and aerodromes under its management. The NAC, which has inherited responsibility for the cash-strapped airports, also plans to increase the combined turnover of the eight air terminals by as much as 36%. NAC CEO Tukondelanee Nghihalua said that Walvis Bay airport will account for the bulk of the immediate investment – N$50-million. He said the coastal air terminal had become a priority in terms of development as it was the second most important airport in the country. Because of the fishing industry and the booming Export Processing Zone the facilities at Walvis Bay have to be upgraded.