Exolum has officially commenced aviation fuel storage and aircraft refuelling operations at the newly expanded Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, Peru, following the successful completion of a state-of-the-art fuel storage facility. This development marks a major milestone for air transport in Latin America, positioning the airport as home to the most technologically advanced fuel supply system in the region.
With an investment exceeding $100 million, Exolum has constructed a modern aviation fuel centre on a five-hectare site. The facility features four large storage tanks with a combined capacity of approximately 35,000 cubic metres, increasing the airport’s fuel autonomy from two days to eight. It also includes seven reception islands equipped with advanced filtration systems and six high-capacity pumps supplying a 10-kilometre underground hydrant network that services 130 aircraft stands across the apron.
The facility is fully automated and centrally operated, incorporating advanced safety, environmental protection, and prevention systems. Exolum will manage the infrastructure throughout the concession period, delivering efficient and sustainable fuel services through a high-efficiency electric pumping system. This technology significantly reduces the airport’s reliance on road-based fuel transport, contributing to lower CO₂ emissions. Additionally, the operation will include a new fleet of sustainable refuelling vehicles, many of which are fully electric, along with solar-powered fuel bowsers.
Strategically located, Jorge Chávez International Airport plays a vital role in Peru’s economic growth and regional connectivity. The airport, now occupying a 935-hectare site, is poised to triple its passenger capacity. It handled over 24 million passengers in 2024, a 15 percent year-on-year increase, and is projected to serve up to 40 million passengers annually, further strengthening its status as a regional aviation hub.
“Exolum’s participation in the Jorge Chávez International Airport project reinforces our footprint in Latin America and underlines our commitment to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions to the aviation sector,” said Jorge Guillén, aviation & Spain network lead at Exolum. “The technological advancements embedded in this facility will enhance Peru’s air connectivity and global competitiveness. With this infrastructure, Lima Airport is now better positioned to manage increasing volumes of passenger and cargo traffic, consolidating its role as a leading aviation hub in the region.”
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