JORDAN. Amman Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) operator Airport International Group (AIG) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of Transport to extend their concession agreement until 2039.
The move reinforces the airport company’s commitment to the long-term development and modernisation of the airport.
Signed by Minister of Transport H.E. Eng. Wesam Tahtamouni and Airport International Group Chairman Fernando Echegaray del Pozo, the agreement was formalised in the presence of key stakeholders, including the Group’s Board of Directors.
The milestone builds on last year’s decision by the Jordanian government to extend AIG’s Build-Operate-Transfer concession until 2039, securing long-term investments in the airport’s infrastructure, expansion and operations.
The agreement highlights the Ministry of Transport and AIG’s renewed commitment to safety, security and efficiency at QAIA. It also outlines initiatives to enhance passenger services, invest in real estate, drive innovation and reduce environmental impact through sustainable practices.
H.E. Tahtamouni underscored the significance of the agreement in reinforcing QAIA’s status as a leading regional and global aviation hub. She noted that this aligns with the government’s broader strategy to strengthen the air transport sector and enhance international competitiveness.
She emphasised the need for continuous development in passenger services, infrastructure and technology to optimise airport operations.
Among the key projects she outlined were boosting passenger capacity to 18 million annually, installing nine security gates, upgrading the water supply, enhancing security checkpoints, developing a solar farm and conducting studies for runway rehabilitation.
The Transport Minister also noted the importance of this ongoing collaboration for maintaining high operational standards, boosting aviation competitiveness and supporting the country’s economic growth.
Echegaray del Pozo said AIG’s partnership with the government and its support from the Ministry of Transport have been instrumental in driving QAIA’s competitiveness.
He noted that the extension of the concession agreement reaffirms the government and shareholders’ trust in AIG’s capacity to enhance QAIA’s global standing. He added that this achievement underscores the critical role of government partnerships in advancing large-scale infrastructure development.
Echegaray del Pozo said: “Despite challenges, including the global pandemic, we have emerged stronger and remain committed to QAIA’s continued growth as a key driver of Jordan’s economy.”
AIG CEO Nicolas Deviller described the extension a key milestone that strengthens the long-standing partnership between the government and shareholders, underlining the role of public-private partnerships in developing globally competitive infrastructure.
Looking ahead, Deviller outlined the group’s strategic priorities, including capacity growth, smart technology integration and sustainability initiatives. He reaffirmed QAIA’s role in reinforcing Jordan’s aviation and tourism sectors while contributing to job creation and economic progress. ✈
