San Miguel Takes Charge New Terminal and Upgrades for NAIA
The San Miguel Corporation-led consortium has successfully secured the operations and maintenance contract for the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), heralding a significant transformation for the Philippines' primary airport. At a recent pres…
The San Miguel Corporation-led consortium has successfully secured the operations and maintenance contract for the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), heralding a significant transformation for the Philippines' primary airport. At a recent press briefing, SMC President and CEO Ramon Ang unveiled plans to construct a new passenger terminal capable of handling 35 million passengers annually, alongside a 9,000-vehicle car park, aiming to alleviate congestion at NAIA's existing facilities.
The strategic relocation of offices to the new terminal will expand the operational space in the current terminals by 30%, promising enhanced efficiency and traveler experience. The forthcoming terminal, envisioned with a concourse and 50 boarding bridges, is part of a 15-year concession agreement, extendable by another decade, held by the New NAIA Infra Corporation, a coalition including San Miguel Holdings Corp., among others.
Financial and logistical preparations are underway, with the transition of NAIA's operations and maintenance to the consortium anticipated by September. Although the official name for the new terminal remains undecided, it's referred to as a "brand new passenger terminal building," with construction expected to span at least three years, post-approval from relevant authorities.
Located within the Philippines Village Hotel compound, the new terminal is part of a broader commitment by the consortium, which includes a substantial financial investment over the concession period, aimed at modernizing NAIA. These enhancements will address infrastructure, traffic flow, and technological advancements, including a Skyway bypass to ease access to Terminal 3 and the introduction of QR code systems for expedited boarding processes.
The consortium's plans extend to upgrading the airport's power system and increasing runway efficiency to support more takeoffs per hour. These initiatives are geared towards improving the overall passenger experience, from parking and check-in to boarding and baggage claim processes.
With substantial backing from various banks, the NAIA Public-Private Partnership Project is set to usher in a new era of operational excellence and customer service at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
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