The Paysandú «Tydeo Larre Borges» International Airport was officially inaugurated after a modernization process requiring an investment of $12.5 million. The event was attended by the President of Uruguay, Luis Lacalle Pou, along with national and departmental authorities, including the Minister of National Defense, Armando Castaingdebat, and the Mayor of Paysandú, Nicolás Olivera.
According to Aeropuertos Uruguay, a subsidiary of Corporación América Airports, the works included the construction of a new 650 m² passenger terminal equipped with advanced technology and modern furnishings. Significant upgrades were also made to the aeronautical infrastructure, such as resurfacing the runway, a new apron, LED lighting, and an illumination system meeting international standards.
President Lacalle Pou highlighted the positive impact of the renovated airport on connectivity and local pride: “This milestone not only serves practicality but also fosters pride in who we are,” he stated.
“An international airport is crucial for the life of a department. Being connected makes a difference because airports bring more opportunities. That’s why we are grateful to Aeropuertos Uruguay, who took the risk, dared, and is part of this process we all want and embrace,” said Nicolás Olivera, the Mayor of Paysandú.
The airport modernization also included a fiber-optic perimeter ring, a CCTV surveillance system, an automatic weather station, and a new fuel plant. Additionally, the old passenger terminal was refurbished for the National Air Police, and a new Fire Department station was built, equipped to handle emergencies.
According to Aeropuertos Uruguay, the project is part of the National System of International Airports, which encompasses the modernization of six terminals across the country’s interior. Paysandú joins the already completed renovations in Carmelo, Rivera, Salto, and Melo, while works in Durazno are nearing completion.
Minister Castaingdebat stated that the new infrastructure would not only benefit passenger transport but also attract foreign investments to the department: “Today is a historic day for Paysandú and also for the interior of Uruguay.”
