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The subscription will allow modernizing air infrastructure in Juliaca, Arequipa, Tacna, Puerto Maldonado and Ayacucho, as well as strengthening regional air connectivity.The Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MTC) signed addendum No. 5 to the concession contract of the Second Group of Airports that will allow investments of more than USD 470 million in five airports in the south of the country through. This agreement promotes the improvement and modernization of the airports of Juliaca, Arequipa, Tacna, Puerto Maldonado and Ayacucho.
The addendum was signed by the Minister of Transportation and Communications, Aldo Prieto Barrera, and the general manager of Aeropuertos Andinos del Peru, Alberto Huby. The signing of the document took place in the Tupac Amaru Hall of the Government Palace, with the presence of the president of the Council of Ministers, Luis Arroyo Sanchez.
The signing of this addendum is a concrete sign of the decision of the Ministry of Transport and Communications and the Government of President Jose Maria Balcazar to promote the development of southern Peru. It demonstrates that, even in a transition period, when there is political will and defined objectives, it is possible to unblock projects and launch investments that the country needs, highlighted Minister Prieto Barrera.
As detailed by the head of the MTC, the interventions under this addendum contemplate the rehabilitation of pavements on the air side, the optimization and modernization of passenger terminals, the construction of perimeter fences and the execution of drainage works; In addition, it will allow us to reinforce operational safety, optimize operating conditions and increase the quality of service at the intervened airports.
The investments, which will be carried out between 2026 and 2028, will directly benefit more than 3.6 million inhabitants and nearly 4.2 million passengers per year, contributing to the strengthening of air connectivity, regional competitiveness and economic reactivation in the south of the country.
These works will guarantee a modern airport infrastructure in line with the sustained growth in demand for air transport, facilitating the development of tourism, commerce and territorial integration.
With this subscription, the MTC reaffirms its commitment to promoting a modern, safe and sustainable airport infrastructure, promoting strategic investments that contribute to closing gaps, regional development and the economic growth of the country.