The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) said Tuesday there would be no immediate changes to terminal assignments at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) following the turnover of its operations to the private sector.
The company said the status quo would remain in place as operations continue smoothly under the new management.
NNIC general manager Angelito Alvarez reassured travelers that any future terminal reassignments or changes would be introduced gradually and strategically.
“These adjustments will be aligned with ongoing infrastructural and technical upgrades at the airport, ensuring a seamless experience for passengers,” he said.
Alvarez said the terminal reassignments would not be implemented all at once, but would be phased over time, with the goal of minimizing disruptions.
NNIC said it is committed to keeping the public informed of any changes to terminal assignments which would be communicated in advance to ensure a smooth and efficient transition as part of broader modernization efforts.
NNIC assumed control of the NAIA on Sept. 14, 2024, with ambitious plans to elevate NAIA to international standards.
NNIC committed to spending P170 billion to execute its phased plan which includes increasing passenger capacity from 43 million to 62 million annually and air traffic movements from 42 to 48 per hour.
The government stands to gain about P1 trillion in revenues from the PPP project over the 25-year concession period. This includes the 82.16-percent revenue share to be remitted to the government yearly.
The company said that within the first three to 12 months, it would start adding new toilets, refurbish comfort rooms, install additional air-conditioned units, put up reliable high-speed internet, add seats in the terminals, and repair walkalators, esclators and elevators.
NNIC said that within four to five years, it would increase terminal capacity from 35 million to 62 million passengers per annum.
