‍DALLAS — Collaborating with Aeropuertos Dominicanos Siglo XXI (Aerodom), VINCI Airports has begun working on a new passenger terminal at Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) in the Dominican Republic.

According to passengerterminaltoday.com, the US$250m project is expected to be completed by 2028. The new terminal will expand SDQ’s capacity by four million passengers per year. This will indeed set a new benchmark for Dominican airport infrastructure. 

“Aerodom and VINCI Airports are unwavering in their commitment to the development of the Dominican Republic,” said Aerodom CEO, Mónika Infante.

Once complete, SDQ’s new terminal will feature a modern, sustainable design aligned with Vinci Airports’ global standards. The new terminal will operate alongside the existing terminal. 

Furthermore, this development aligns with the innovation pillar of Vinci Concessions, incorporating cutting-edge designs and technologies to enhance the passenger experience and operational efficiency. 

Alternate Runway at SDQ

An alternative runway, runway 18-36, has also been inaugurated at SDQ. Aerodom executed the project in close coordination with the Dominican Civil Aviation Institute (IDAC). 

The runway was made operational as a result of the adaptation of SDQ’s former Juliet taxiway. The process included technical studies, structural upgrades, runway lighting installation, safety zone leveling, and new signage, fully complying with national and international regulations. 

The alternative runway enhances SDQ’s resilience and operational capacity by ensuring uninterrupted air connectivity during upcoming improvements to the airport’s main runway, 17-35. 

“Each investment we make is a step forward in strengthening airport infrastructure, driving economic growth and ensuring safe, efficient and continuous air connectivity,” Infante said.