The new contract win includes a 606 m2 main duty-paid walk-through store, the opening of a new 131 m2 duty paid store and a 334 m2 F&B outlet, Vista Corona, all located in the newly constructed area of the airport. Vista Corona will feature a full-service restaurant and a Grab & Go section, offering the full Corona experience, where people can escape their daily routine, reconnect with nature and enjoy great craft drinks, modern local food, and company.
Gustavo Fagundes, General Manager Brazil, Avolta, commented: "The opening of our first F&B store in Brazil, is a momentous occasion for our team here, marking a key moment in Avolta’s growth in the LATAM region. We are creating unique and memorable moments for our customers, taking the airport shopping experience to a new level. We would like to thank AENA for their continued trust and partnership, as well as our colleagues across Avolta that have been involved in developing the travel retail experience at São Paulo/Congonhas Airport”.
"The introduction of these new operations at Congonhas Airport embodies Aena's vision for the future passenger terminal: a cutting-edge space that seamlessly integrates innovative experiences and world-class services", stated Juan José Sánchez, Chief Commercial Officer at Aena Brasil. "We are launching an ambitious expansion and modernization plan in 11 Brazilian airports, including Congonhas, where we will double the size of the terminal, allowing for greater capacity and a more comfortable and efficient travel experience for passengers. This is part of our strategy to raise the standard of our commercial offer across all 17 of our airports, providing a world-class experience that meets the expectations of our passengers, particularly in São Paulo, where we are committed to delivering an incredible experience."
With an investment of R$ 2.4 billion, Congonhas Airport will receive a new passenger terminal more than double the current size, new boarding bridges, and various improvements for operational efficiency. The airport will also feature 20,000 square meters dedicated to commercial areas. After the renovations, São Paulo will have a more comfortable, safe, eco-friendly, and spacious aerodrome for arrivals and departures.