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Mexico Launches Nationwide Airport Overhaul to Generate 200,000 Jobs

Major works have begun at all 62 airports under a schedule designed to tighten legal frameworks for safe transport.

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El gobierno de México emprenderá la rehabilitación y expansión en 62 aeropuertos repartidos en todo el país

Overview

  • The 33-billion-peso public-private initiative has rolled out modernization, rehabilitation and expansion projects across seven operator groups.
  • Funding is being channeled to terminals managed by ASA, state governments, GATM, ASUR, GAP, OMA, SEDENA and SEMAR.
  • SICT projects the program will create 200,000 jobs by year-end to boost regional economies and support post-pandemic recovery.
  • Regulatory reforms and strengthened technical standards are underway to ensure the country’s air transport is safer, more efficient and broadly accessible.
  • The effort complements flagship developments like Felipe Ángeles International Airport and planned expansions in Tulum to enhance connectivity.