Air bp has announced that the company has won the tender to extend its aviation fuel supply concession at Teruel Airport for seven years.
Air bp serves 650 locations in more than 40 countries, and says the company will also invest in upgrading the facilities, aiming to increase total storage capacity to 320 cubic metres.
BP’s refinery in Castellón is just 160 kilometres away, provides a logistical advantage. The airport specialises in aircraft storage, maintenance, painting and recycling.
“BP has supported Teruel Airport since it began operations more than a decade ago. This new agreement reflects the strength of our relationship. We are proud to continue ensuring a reliable and high-quality supply to a growing aviation hub,” said Elida Cavic, Vice President for Southern Europe, India, the Middle East and Africa at Air bp.
Alejandro Ibrahim, the General Manager of Teruel Airport, said: “It is a source of pride to have bp Spain at Teruel Airport. The seven-year concession will bring stability, investment, and an essential aviation fuel supply service. Their work is key to the operations of both large aircraft and general aviation. This collaboration reinforces the airport’s position as a global leader in the sector.”
Air bp has successfully managed this concession since 2015. In that time, Teruel Airport has positioned itself as a leading logistics hub in Europe and it is currently undergoing an expansion process with the aim of reaching up to 400 parking positions with new hangars, a vertiport for air taxis and plans to double its workforce to exceed 900 direct jobs by 2027.
