As soon as accomplished, the expanded terminal will double in measurement—from 716 to 1,531 sq. meters—and enhance the variety of check-in counters from 3 to 9. Passenger capability may even rise dramatically, from 200 to 750 individuals at a time, easing congestion and lengthy wait occasions which have plagued the present facility.
“Our native and overseas vacationers deserve higher,” mentioned Sec. Dizon in the course of the ceremony. “That’s why President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered us to enhance the journey expertise right here in Siargao—as a result of this island is considered one of our most necessary tourism locations.”
Additionally current was Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, who hailed the growth as a “gateway to higher prosperity.” She emphasised that the challenge isn’t just about upgrading an airport however about delivering on a nationwide imaginative and prescient of tourism-led progress and growth.
“As Siargao’s reputation rises, it’s essential that we construct the infrastructure to match demand,” Frasco mentioned. “This growth is a collaborative effort between the private and non-private sectors to make journey extra environment friendly and gratifying, whereas additionally producing jobs and financial exercise for the neighborhood.”
Siargao Airport, also called Sayak Airport, at the moment handles 18 flights day by day. Nevertheless, rising vacationer arrivals have positioned strain on its amenities. The growth challenge instantly responds to this demand, aligning with broader targets to modernize the nation’s air transport community.
The upgraded terminal is predicted to supply not simply more room, however a extra seamless and cozy journey expertise—strengthening Siargao’s standing as a world-class vacation spot.
Officers from each the DOTr and DOT affirmed that the challenge could be accomplished effectively, with development starting instantly following the groundbreaking ceremony.
For vacationers and locals alike, the upgraded Siargao Airport guarantees to be an emblem of progress—the place tourism, infrastructure, and neighborhood growth go hand in hand.
