**GAP to Invest 9,833 Million Pesos in Tijuana Airport**
The Pacific Airport Group (GAP) has announced a major investment of 9,833 million pesos for the Tijuana International Airport, set to take place from 2025 to 2029. This initiative aims to expand the airport by 34,000 square meters, marking it as the second-largest investment within GAP’s network of managed airports, following Guadalajara airport which will see an investment of 22,482 million pesos.
Plans for the Guadalajara terminal include constructing a completely new 69,000 square meter terminal, anticipated to increase passenger capacity by approximately 70%. Additionally, investments will be made towards acquiring land for future use, including the construction of a third runway and a new terminal.
In total, GAP will invest a historic 52,311 million pesos across 12 airports in Mexico. This figure represents the largest investment ever made in these air terminals, declared GAP’s General Director, Raúl Revuelta Musalem.
“These investments are carefully analyzed and designed to add capacity at GAP airports, promoting future growth in the regions we operate in,” said Musalem. The company’s objective extends beyond passenger services to contributing to the country’s economic development by ensuring optimal airport conditions for passengers and cargo exchange. This is aimed at strengthening their position as key aerial connection points and attracting airlines to invest in Mexico.
The investment over the next five years is expected to increase terminal capacity by 60% at airports in Guadalajara, Tijuana, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, Guanajuato, Mexicali, La Paz, Morelia, Hermosillo, Aguascalientes, Los Mochis, and Manzanillo.
This comprehensive investment plan has been approved by the Civil Aviation Federal Agency (AFAC), a branch of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transport.
**Secondary Article: Updates on the Investment in Mexican Airports**
In related news, several other sources have reported additional details about GAP’s ambitious investment plans.
The expansion will not only focus on increasing passenger capacity but also on integrating advanced technology to improve operational efficiency and passenger experience. Reports highlight that part of the funds will be allocated to creating more efficient security systems, enhancing baggage handling systems, and constructing more eco-friendly and sustainable building structures.
Moreover, industry analysts have noted that this significant infusion of capital is expected to spur job creation and boost local economies in the regions surrounding these airports. By improving infrastructure and capacity, GAP is positioning these airports to become more competitive on a global scale, potentially attracting more international flights and connecting Mexico more robustly to global trade and tourism networks.
Travel industry experts are optimistic about the long-term benefits, predicting increased tourism and business travel, which will further benefit the surrounding businesses and communities. This comprehensive investment could well be a game-changer for the economic fortunes of these regions, setting a new standard for airport operations in Mexico.
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