The joint declaration followed the Government of Jordan’s (GoJ) decision last year to extend Airport International Group’s build-operate-transfer (BOT) concession agreement until 2039. It reaffirms the Group’s commitment to the continued development and modernisation of QAIA, the partners said.
The declaration was signed by the Minister of Transport, Her Excellency Eng Wesam Tahtamouni, and the chairman of Airport International Group, Fernando Echegaray, in the presence of the Group’s board of directors and other stakeholders.
Both parties stressed their dedication to enhancing the passenger experience through premium services, real estate development, innovation and stakeholder incentives, while advancing sustainability initiatives by reducing carbon emissions and adopting renewable energy solutions.
Wesem Tahtamouni described extending the concession agreement as pivotal to developing and strengthening QAIA’s position as a leading regional and global aviation centre. She noted that this step aligns with the GoJ’s strategy to support the air transport sector and boost QAIA’s international competitiveness.
Tahtamouni underscored the importance of continuously improving passenger services, upgrading infrastructure and integrating advanced technology across airport facilities to ensure a seamless and efficient travel journey. She also outlined several completed and ongoing projects within the airport, including a capacity expansion plan to accommodate 18 million passengers annually, the installation of nine state-of-the-art electronic security gates, a water supply enhancement project, security checkpoint upgrades at the airport’s entrances and exits, an under-construction solar farm and studies for rehabilitating the southern runway.
Airport International Group’s Fernando Echegaray said that the extension of the concession agreement until 2039 reflects the strong vote of confidence from both the GoJ and shareholders. He also noted that this achievement serves as a testament to the significant role of government collaboration in successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. “Despite the challenges we faced, particularly the global pandemic, we have emerged stronger and more committed to furthering QAIA’s success, ensuring it continues to thrive as a model of excellence and a key contributor to Jordan’s economy,” added Echegaray.
