The tender for the new airport of Paros proceeds fast

On November 10, 2020, the Ministry secured funding of € 43 million with the inclusion of the project in the Operational Program "Transport Infrastructure, Environment and Sustainable Development 2014-2020", while the remaining amount will be covered by the resources of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

This project is part of the broader planning of the Ministry, for upgrading tourist destinations. With the construction of new projects at the airport, the island of Paros will have better connectivity with the mainland and abroad and will be an essential transport hub in the heart of the Cyclades with the ability to attract thousands of visitors.

The project includes the construction of a new airport building with a total area of ​​approximately 12,000 sq.m. with duty free shops, canteens, commercial offices, the configuration of the surrounding area and the internal service road network of the airport as well as the creation of parking spaces for vehicles.

In addition, it includes the construction of an expandable aircraft parking floor and an expandable runway, as well as the construction of a security outpost and the creation of a permanent sewage treatment plant for an average daily sewage supply.

Finally, a new control tower and fire station will be built.