History

Our journey

Aéroport

Several inspections and audits conducted at Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport (AIGE) in Lomé have highlighted deficiencies in the coordination of actions among the various forces involved in security matters, as well as shortcomings with regard to the standards and recommendations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

In order to correct these dysfunctions and bring the AIGE security system into compliance with international standards, the Togolese Government decided to establish, within each airport, a Security Authority responsible for protecting civil aviation against acts of unlawful interference and for coordinating all security-related missions.

It was thus that, by decree N°2011-124/PR of July 13, 2011, the Security Authority of Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport (ASAIGE) was established and placed under the supervision of the ministry in charge of civil aviation. It carries out its missions under the oversight of an interministerial security committee.

As the competent authority for civil aviation security, the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC-TOGO) oversees and monitors the activities of ASAIGE, in accordance with the provisions of the national security quality control program, in particular through the conduct of audits, inspections, tests and investigations.

Missions

Our missions for a safe and efficient framework

ASAIGE’s mission is to ensure the security of people, property, aircraft, and facilities, and to coordinate the implementation of security measures at Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport (AIGE), in accordance with national regulations and international conventions signed and ratified by Togo in the field of civil aviation security.

In this regard, ASAIGE is responsible in particular for:

  • the application of security procedures and instructions;
  • the development, updating and monitoring of the implementation of the Airport Security Program (ASP) approved by the National Civil Aviation Agency of Togo (ANAC-TOGO);
  • the development and implementation of a security personnel training program;
  • chairing the Airport Security Committee and ensuring the implementation of its recommendations;
  • taking part in committee meetings and in inspections carried out by ANAC-TOGO;
  • the chairmanship of the Airport Security Committee and the implementation of the recommendations from meetings of said committee and controls carried out by ANAC-TOGO;
  • the development and implementation of an internal security quality control program;
  • mettre en place des actions de sensibilisation auprès de l’ensemble des usagers de l’aéroport sur les enjeux de la sûreté de l’aviation civile ;
  • implementing a joint crisis management plan;
  • applying, across the airport, the recommended standards and best practices.
Our Values

What guides us daily

We act with honesty and transparency in all our missions, guaranteeing the trust of users and partners. Every decision is guided by respect for rules and standards.

Integrity

We act with honesty and transparency in all our missions, guaranteeing the trust of users and partners. Every decision is guided by respect for rules and standards.

Excellence

We aim for excellence in airport and port security, by applying rigorous procedures and constantly improving our practices.

Collaboration

We believe in the strength of collective work and cooperation with all stakeholders to ensure a safe environment. Together, we strengthen vigilance and effectiveness in the field.

Our vision

A regionally recognized security authority

Aéroport

Our vision is to make ASAIGE-PAL a reference player in transport security in Togo and the region. We aspire to guarantee safe, reliable and efficient airport and port platforms, while strengthening the trust of users and partners. Through innovation, continuous training and collaboration with all sector stakeholders, we actively contribute to economic development and the security of national and international exchanges.

Organization

Coordination

Several inspections and audits of GNASSINGBE Eyadéma International Airport (AIGE) in Lomé have identified deficiencies in the coordination of actions of the various forces operating at said airport in terms of security, as well as shortcomings regarding relevant ICAO standards and recommendations.

To correct all these dysfunctions and anomalies in the AIGE security system, and with a view to bringing all Togolese airports into compliance with international standards, the Togolese government has established at each airport a Security Authority with responsibility for protecting civil aviation against acts of unlawful interference and coordinating the implementation of security measures.

Thus, by decree N°2011-124/PR dated July 13, 2011, the Security Authority of GNASSINGBE Eyadema International Airport (ASAIGE) was established, attached to the ministry in charge of civil aviation. It carries out its missions under the supervision of an interministerial security committee.

As the competent authority for civil aviation security, the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC-TOGO) exercises supervision and control of ASAIGE's activities, in accordance with the provisions of the national security quality control program, particularly through the conduct of audits, inspections, tests and investigations.

Aéroport

The missions of the General Coordination are therefore assessed at several levels:

At the institutional level

  • assumes all acts of civil life of ASAIGE
  • defines the major orientations in achieving the objectives
  • defines ASAIGE's organizational chart and staff assignments;
  • implements the security policy defined by the Interministerial Security Committee;
  • implements the decisions of the Interministerial Security Committee;
  • develops the annual action program and budget to be submitted to the Interministerial Security Committee;
  • implements the texts and documents approved by the Interministerial Security Committee;
  • organizes, directs and controls the execution of all ASAIGE missions;
  • concludes all agreements necessary for the accomplishment of its missions;
  • is responsible to the supervisory authorities for the satisfactory implementation of security measures at AIGE;
  • etc.

At the operational level

  • organizes and energizes coordination between the different civil aviation actors for better facilitation;
  • chairs the Airport Security and Facilitation Committee (CSA) and the Airport Security and Facilitation Operational Committee (COSA);
  • establishes the rules to be respected regarding security at the airport, in accordance with the provisions of the National Civil Aviation Security Program (PNSAC), and ensures their application and sanctions violations;
  • undertakes the upgrading of security equipment and facilities and trains staff;
  • chairs the coordination bodies for the implementation of security measures at the airport;
  • participates in defining the State's policy on civil aviation security and safety;
  • etc.

The Coordinator is assisted in his mission by:

  • a coordination and communication unit;
  • an investigations unit;
  • a management control unit;
  • a legal unit;
  • an executive assistant.