The Spanish multinational Ayesa has been awarded a contract worth more than 5 million euros to oversee the project and construction of the comprehensive transformation of terminals 1 and 2 of the Benito Juárez International Airport of Mexico City (AICM).
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The total investment allocated to this modernization exceeds 100 millones de euros and its main objective is to prepare the facilities for the massive influx of passengers expected for the 2026 World Cup.
The Mexican Navy and the Metropolitan Airport Group, the current administrators of the Mexico City International Airport (AICM), have deposited in Ayesa Engineering the responsibility for the specialized technical supervision of the most extensive renovation the airport has undergone to date. This comprehensive modernization aims to ensure the airport offers state-of-the-art facilities. more modern, safe and accessible in preparation for the global sporting event that Mexico will co-organize with the United States and Canada.
During the tournament, AICM projects receiving a flow of more than five million additional passengers only between June and July 2026. To absorb this increase in air traffic, the investment of more than 100 million euros It will address the comprehensive renovation of the infrastructure. The actions include everything from the renovation of facades, walls, floors, and ceilings, to the improvement of interior and exterior lighting, the modernization of plumbing systems, and the crucial maintenance of roofs and electrical installations.
The contract of Ayesa, valued at more than 5 million euros, underlines its consolidation as a key actor in the highly complex airport infrastructure sector. A team of More than a hundred professionals The company's supervisor is responsible for overseeing all stages, from initial planning to final commissioning. Their duties include: Verification of the quality of materials and execution of the works. Strict control of the deadlines and budgets established. Guarantee of strict compliance with the safety and health standards At work. Efficient management and resolution of any incident. Minimizing the impact of construction work on the airport's daily operations.
The renovation work has already begun, although a temporary interruption is scheduled from May 31 to July 31, 2026, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup. Work is expected to resume on August 1. Final conclusion on December 17th of next year.
This project will not only position the AICM to meet the most high international standards in terms of capacity, safety and accessibility, but it also incorporates an approach sustainable financing model and criteria of Energy Efficiency Thanks to these efforts, it is on track to obtain certification. green airport, contributing significantly to the economic development and tourism promotion of Mexico.
The project manager, José Antonio Tovar, highlighted the strategic importance of the contract for the Spanish firm: “With this contract, Ayesa strengthens its expertise in specialized technical supervision and regulatory complianceFurthermore, it offers an opportunity for consolidation and visibility in a highly competitive and regulated sector, as well as in strategic projects in Mexico.”











