Corporación Quiport

What Corporación Quiport does

Corporación Quiport S.A. is a privately held Ecuadorian corporation that holds the concession to manage and operate the Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre de Quito, located in Tababela approximately 24 km from Ecuador's capital. The company is a joint venture controlled by three international airport operators: Motiva (Brazil), Odinsa S.A. (Colombia), and HAS Development Corporation (United States). Quiport operates the full airport ecosystem, including passenger terminal services, immigration coordination, retail and food & beverage concessions, cargo handling, ground services, and a premium International VIP Lounge.

The company's core offering is integrated airport management underpinned by a digital platform that combines operational safety systems, environmental management, health and safety systems, biometric passenger processing, and predictive analytics. It has deployed facial-recognition biometric gates in partnership with Ecuador's Ministry of the Interior, reducing immigration processing time from approximately three minutes to 30 seconds–one minute. A 2025 expansion added 17,647 m² of terminal space and 35,000 m² of apron, financed with US$74.2 million of the company's own resources, raising processing capacity from 5 million to over 7 million passengers annually. Circular-economy infrastructure (12 composters, 5 biodigesters), a 17-hectare rainwater reservoir, and 99% wastewater treatment efficiency demonstrate operational sustainability embedded in the asset base.

Revenue is generated through a diversified concession model: aeronautical fees (landing, passenger facility charges, parking), commercial terminal operations (retail, food & beverage, parking), subscription-based VIP lounge services, and transaction-based cargo handling fees. In 2025 the airport served 5.4 million passengers and handled 402,832 metric tons of cargo, ranking 4th in Latin America and the Caribbean for air cargo. Marquee customers include Avianca, United Airlines, JetSMART, Viva Aerobus, Avianca Cargo, Amazon Air Cargo, and MSC Cargo. Quiport has been recognized globally with ACI Level 5 Passenger Experience Accreditation, SKYTRAX Best Regional Airport South America (nine times), NCE Airport of the Year 2026, and the first Latin American Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ Transition.

Name

Corporación Quiport

Legal name

Corporación Quiport S.A.

Website

https://quiport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Corporación Quiport S.A. is a privately held Ecuadorian operator of the Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito under a concession, serving 5.4 million passengers in 2025 and 402,832 metric tons of cargo via diversified passenger and cargo airlines.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Quito

HQ country

Ecuador

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Airport Concession Operations: Revenue from managing the Mariscal Sucre International Airport concession, including passenger fees, landing fees, terminal services, and operational management charges
2. Commercial Terminal Operations: Revenue from retail spaces, restaurants, VIP lounges, and commercial operations within the airport terminal
3. VIP Services: Revenue from International VIP lounge services including personalized assistance, spa services, and premium amenities
4. Cargo Handling Services: Revenue from cargo terminal operations, handling fees for freight including flowers, perishables, and general cargo - airport handles 402,832 metric tons of cargo annually

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Corporación Quiport holds the concession to manage and operate the Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito, Ecuador, providing integrated airport services including passenger terminal operations, immigration and security processing, international cargo handling, commercial retail and food & beverage operations, and the International VIP Lounge. The company operates a 24/7 facility with capacity exceeding 7 million passengers annually and 402,832 metric tons of cargo, supported by biometric processing technology, circular economy waste management, and water management systems.

Product overview

Corporación Quiport operates as a single-product airport management company providing comprehensive concession services for Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito, Ecuador. The core offering is integrated airport management encompassing passenger terminal operations, international VIP lounge services, cargo handling operations, biometric immigration processing, and sustainability programs including waste management and circular economy initiatives. Quiport's product portfolio centers on airport operations management as the primary service, supported by specialized offerings including the Sala VIP Internacional premium lounge, dedicated cargo facilities with 24/7 operations, automated biometric systems for passenger processing, and community-focused programs like Compartamos and Nuestra Huerta that generate social value alongside airport operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Airport Management and Operation Services Comprehensive management and operation of Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito, including passenger terminal operations, cargo handling, ground services, security, and commercial retail space management. Built around a 17,647 m² terminal expansion and 35,000 m² apron expansion with capacity exceeding 7 million passengers annually.
• Sala VIP Internacional (International VIP Lounge) Premium airport lounge for international passengers featuring Ecuadorian-inspired architecture, Andean landscape views from an outdoor terrace, gastronomic offerings combining Ecuadorian and international cuisine, and a spa zone. Expansion adds 1,560 m² and increases capacity by 15%.
• International Cargo Operations Dedicated cargo apron, parking positions for large-capacity aircraft, 12,300 m² international cargo terminal, and 24/7 continuous operations. Handles flower exports and other freight with cold chain management capabilities, ranking 4th in Latin America and Caribbean for air cargo with 402,832 metric tons handled annually.
• Biometric Immigration System Automated biometric gate system for international flight departures and arrivals, enabling passengers to independently process travel documents using facial recognition, reducing immigration processing times from 3 minutes to under 1 minute. Implemented in collaboration with Ecuador's Ministry of Interior.
• Waste Management and Circular Economy Services Comprehensive waste recovery program including recycling, composting, biodigestion, energy recovery, and material reuse. In 2025, recovered 428.06 tons of waste, with 12 composters and 5 biodigesters transforming organic waste into compost and byproducts.
• Compartamos Program Social responsibility program that enables airport companies to donate furniture, construction materials, office supplies, and equipment from renovations to schools and community organizations near the airport.
• Nuestra Huerta Shared value project integrating small agricultural producers from communities near the airport into a community marketing chain where airport employees and users consume local products.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5.4 million passengers served in 2025
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) CargocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 January 2024Cargo airline operated by Choice Cargo (General Sales Agent) launching operations at Quito airport with two weekly charter flights starting January 2024.
• Grupo SIXSTAR HotelsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership to build Courtyard by Marriott Quito hotel at Mariscal Sucre airport to improve airport services and meet user demand.
• Cruz Roja Ecuatoriana (Ecuadorian Red Cross)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFramework Agreement for Interinstitutional Cooperation signed June 2026 to strengthen joint actions in humanitarian support, social management, health promotion, wellbeing, and coordinated emergency response. Allows development of plans, projects, programs, activities, and services of common interest including awareness campaigns, humanitarian initiatives, social responsibility, training, research, and events.
• Junior Achievement FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to promote youth entrepreneurship through program La Compañía, engaging students from schools in Pifo, Tababela, Yaruquí, Checa, Ascázubi, and Puembo. Quiport volunteers provide workshops on business management, finance, customer service, marketing, and sustainability.
• FONAG (Fondo para la Protección del Agua)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWater conservation partnership with USD 42,000 allocation for execution of conservation actions for water sources in moors supplying Quito. Includes Water Footprint Replacement project for water consumption replenishment.
• Ministry of Interior (Ecuador)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to implement biometric gate system in immigration area for international departures, enabling Ecuadorian passengers to process travel documents independently. Quiport pioneered biometrics in immigration in Ecuador since 2023 for arrivals.
• Avianca CargocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommercial relationship for cargo operations including charter flights and capacity agreements. Avianca Cargo expanded service to Miami using Amazon Air Cargo capacity, added Ecuador as new key point in March 2026. Also operates Quito-Los Angeles cargo route.
• FaunaetuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWildlife management partnership for 10 years managing responsible coexistence between airport operations and wildlife. Part of comprehensive environmental management plan.
• Rett Ecuador FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for development of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, including facility tours with people with disabilities to identify accessibility improvements.
• EPMSA (Metropolitan Public Airport Services Company)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on care protocols for people with autism at security checkpoints as part of accessibility initiatives.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Broad incumbents

• AENA: Spanish global airport operator managing 46+ airports worldwide. Comparable in airport operator business model and operational excellence focus, though vastly larger in scale and asset diversification.
• Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR): Operates nine airports in Mexico's southeast region plus Aerocali in Colombia. Comparable as a publicly listed LatAm airport concession operator, though larger and multi-asset with similar focus on operational excellence and ASQ awards.
• Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP): Operates 13 airports across Mexico's Pacific region plus Jamaica. Comparable as a Latin American airport concession operator with similar business model, though GAP is multi-asset and publicly listed versus Quiport's single-airport private structure.
• Fraport: German-based global airport operator managing Frankfurt Airport plus a portfolio of international airports. Comparable as a major international airport operator with focus on operational efficiency, cargo, and non-aeronautical revenue.
• Aéroports de Paris (ADP / Groupe ADP): Operates Paris Charles de Gaulle, Orly, and a global network of airports. Comparable as a major airport operator with strong focus on premium passenger services, retail/F&B revenue mix, and sustainability credentials.
• VINCI Airports: Operates a global portfolio of 70+ airports across Europe, Asia, and the Americas (including Aerodom in Dominican Republic and several Brazilian airports). Comparable as a major international airport concession operator with similar focus on ESG and operational excellence.
• Flughafen Zürich (Zurich Airport): Operates Zurich Airport plus international concessions. Comparable as a mid-sized airport operator with strong premium service positioning, high non-aeronautical revenue mix, and award-winning passenger experience.

Direct peers

• Opain: Operates El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá, Colombia — the largest air cargo airport in Latin America and Caribbean (ranking 1st, versus Quiport's 4th). Highly comparable as a single-asset, cargo-focused LatAm airport concession operator with overlapping airline customers (Avianca).
• Lima Airport Partners: Operates Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, Peru under a similar concession framework. Comparable to Quiport in scale (mid-sized LatAm hub), regulatory regime, and recent infrastructure expansion cycles.

Emerging players

• TAV Airports: Operates Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and other airports across Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Comparable as a mid-sized international airport operator focused on operational efficiency and non-aeronautical revenue, with a similar concession-based model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AeropuertoUIO
• Facebookfacebook.com/AeropuertoInternacionaldeQuito
• Instagraminstagram.com/aeropuertouio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/quiport

Compliance20 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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