Aena takes over Rio's Galeão airport under 2039 concession after R$2.9B bid

Spanish operator Aena completed the acquisition and operational takeover of Rio de Janeiro's Galeão International Airport, winning an assisted-sale auction in March with a R$2.9 billion bid. The transfer from previous shareholders Changi and Vinci was facilitated by Anac, and Aena will manage the terminal until 2039. This marks a significant shift in Brazil's airport concession landscape, with Aena expanding its footprint in the country.