However, due to changes in the management of LRI, all decisions on the project have been delayed until 2000. The tender for the automated and integrated ATC system was won by Siemens-Plessey in 1995. The communication system was subcontracted and installed by Denro, a U.S. firm, and should be fully operational by the end of 1999. Ground handling equipment remains the best sales prospects in the civil aviation sector with the procurement of an aircraft tow and a high loader currently being undertaken. LRI is also going to procure two aircraft de-icing trucks.
All major equipment is purchased through international tenders.
For aircraft, tenders are by invitation. Where applicable, local content is an important factor in the evaluation of bids. Due to the shortage of capital, financing issues are given special attention. Ministry of Transport, Communications and Water Management Mr. Karoly Toth, Acting Director of Civil Aviation Dob u. 75-81.