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Updated: 16-May-24 08:36 ET

CAAP: Corporación América Airports announces recent developments related to the Carrasco International Airport in Montevideo, and the Punta del Este International Airport in Maldonado, Uruguay, operated by its fully-owned subsidiaries Puerta del Sur S.A. and Consorcio Aeropuertos Internacionales S.A. (18.05)

Carrasco International Airport -- Puerta del Sur S.A.
- On May 15, PdS signed an amendment to its concession agreement to include part of the building of the old passenger terminal of the Carrasco International Airport into the concession, in which PdS plans to invest approximately $5.5 million to expand its cargo activities, in particular, pharma and courier. As part of the agreement, PdS will pay an additional fee as compensation for the new activities carried out in the aforementioned space.
- On May 15, PdS signed an amendment to its concession agreement to invest in a new Instrument Landing System (ILS) category IIIb, similar to those utilized in the world's major airports. This system will enable aircraft to land safely in adverse weather conditions, thereby enhancing air connectivity, increasing predictability for airlines, and providing a competitive advantage for aviation development. The amendment includes a tariff adjustment (approach fee) that will be charged by PdS.
Punta del Este Airport -- Consorcio Aeropuertos Internacionales S.A.
- On May 15, CAISA signed an amendment to its concession agreement that includes the extension of the term of the concession agreement for a ten-year period from 2033 through 2043, the removal of certain investment projects from the previous agreement, and a new commitment to invest $3.0 million within the period of 2024-2026.