El Salvador continues its strong commitment to modernizing and transforming its airport terminals to become a first-class regional logistics hub. Today, the Autonomous Port Executive Commission (CEPA) laid the foundation stone for the expansion and modernization of the air cargo terminal at the San Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport. The project, led by Adimex El Salvador—CEPA’s strategic partner—represents an investment of nearly $11 million.

According to CEPA president Federico Anliker, “Under the expansion plan, once the terminal reaches 47,000 metric tons per year, the second phase of the project will begin, involving almost $50 million in investment for the design, construction, and operation of a new terminal capable of handling over 73,000 metric tons annually.”

The expansion includes the construction of eight cargo docks, maneuvering yards, high-capacity scales, eight cold rooms, a monitoring center, a fire protection network, automated cargo handling systems, new X-ray equipment, a rainwater tank, and dock enclosures for weather protection.

Adimex El Salvador’s general manager, Mauricio Pocasangre, stated, “We have a government that supports, promotes, and seeks global projection. We aim to become the heartbeat of the Americas through all these advantages and establish a new regional air cargo hub.”

This strategic investment will double the airport’s cargo capacity from 26,000 to 52,000 metric tons annually, enhancing service to meet growing demand. Through such initiatives, President Bukele’s administration continues to position El Salvador as a modern, competitive nation with higher efficiency in exports and logistics operations.