Multiple contracts awarded for new terminal during BIAS 2018

Manama, Nov. 16 (BNA): Several deals related to Bahrain International Airport’s (BIA) new Passenger Terminal Building were signed during this year’s Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS), Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) announced. BAC and its partners awarded the contracts to some of the most widely known local, regional, and international companies, ensuring a world-class range of concessions and services at the new terminal. During the final day of the airshow, BAC signed deals with; Al Baik, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading quick-service chains; AMA Motors, part of the conglomerate AMA Group; and Batelco, Zain Bahrain, and VIVA Bahrain, the Kingdom’s leading telecom providers. In addition to operating retail outlets, the telecom companies will ensure the infrastructure required for broader and faster mobile coverage at the new terminal. AMA Motors will supply an emergency escape stairs vehicle, a crucial piece of equipment for the Airport Firefighting and Rescue Services team. Signing the 5-year agreements alongside BAC Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Yousif Al Binfalah were Oriental Yields Co. Chairman, Fawaz Al Tamimi for Al Baik, five-years; AMA Group Vice Chairman, Tawfeeq Ahmed Mansoor Al A'Ali; Batelco Acting Consumer Unit General Manager, Maha Abdulrahman; Zain Bahrain General Manager, Mohammed Zainalabedin; and VIVA Bahrain Chief Executive Officer, Ulaiyan Al Wetaid. Mr Al Binfalah said: “With its wide range of offerings, we are confident the new terminal will become a catalyst for growth in commerce and retail, increasing the aviation sector’s contribution to the national economy. The contracts signed during the airshow will also create significant job opportunities for Bahrainis in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.” He added: “This year’s airshow marks a milestone for the USD1.1 billion Airport Modernisation Programme (AMP), which is due to be finished in Q3 2019. Over the past three days, we have cemented important partnerships with some of the most recognised companies in the world, which will ensure the new Passenger Terminal Building exceeds the expectations of stakeholders’ and travellers’ alike. Many of the tenants and service providers are now selected and we are negotiating with other leading companies for the remaining spaces.”