Bolivia launches concession tender for Viru Viru International Airport
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- The Bolivian government has opened a tender to grant a concession for Viru Viru International Airport, located in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, with the aim of turning the facility into a regional hub. The winning concessionaire will be required to attract foreign airlines and expand the international flight schedule. The airport currently serves as the country's main air gateway and handles the largest share of Bolivia's international passenger traffic.
- The concession contract also mandates adaptations of the runways to accommodate wide‑body aircraft, which could enable larger planes and new long‑haul routes. By increasing foreign carrier presence, the tender seeks to boost connectivity and position Viru Viru as a focal point for regional air traffic.
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Airlines and travel sellers may gain new route opportunities, while airports could see higher traffic volumes and revenue from larger aircraft operations.
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