IDB Project SU-L1071

Support to the Air Transport Sector in Suriname

Project at a Glance

  • Project Name

Support to the Air Transport Sector in Suriname

  • Funding Agency


Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)

  • Sector

Civil Aviation

  • Investment Value


US$25 Million

  • Project Number


SU-L1071

  • Executing Agency

Government of Suriname

  • Loan Type


Specific Investment Loan

  • Objective

Improve aviation safety, infrastructure and institutional capacity

Support to the Air Transport Sector in Suriname

  • Together, we are building a safer, stronger, and more resilient aviation sector for Suriname.

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), in partnership with the Government of Suriname, is supporting the modernization of Suriname’s aviation sector through Project SU-L1071 – Support to the Air Transport Sector in Suriname.
This US$25 million investment program focuses on improving aviation safety, strengthening regulatory institutions, modernizing airport infrastructure, and enhancing Air Navigation Services (ANS) throughout Suriname.
The project represents an important step toward ensuring that Suriname’s aviation system meets international standards established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) while supporting economic growth, tourism, and regional connectivity.

Project Objectives

The project has two primary objectives:
✅ Improve compliance with international aviation safety and security standards.
✅ Improve the quality, resilience and reliability of Suriname’s air transport infrastructure.
By achieving these objectives, Suriname will strengthen its aviation system while improving operational efficiency and passenger safety.

Project Components

📡 Air Navigation Services (ANS)

Investment in modern communication, navigation, surveillance, and air traffic management systems to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of air navigation services.

⚖️ Institutional Strengthening

Enhancement of aviation oversight through stronger regulatory institutions, staff development, technical assistance, and improved governance.

📜 Legal & Regulatory Reform

Modernization of Suriname’s civil aviation legislation and regulations to align with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs)


🛡️ Air Accident Investigation

Support for establishing an independent Air Accident Investigation Authority to strengthen aviation safety and ensure compliance with ICAO Annex 13.ce.

Civil Aviation Department Suriname

Learn More

For official project documents, procurement notices, implementation updates and additional information, please visit the official IDB Project page:

Together, we are building a safer, stronger, and more resilient aviation sector for awesomeamazingimpressiveSuriname.

Disclaimer

This page is provided for informational purposes only and offers a general overview of Project SU-L1071. Official project documentation, procurement information, legal documents and implementation reports are published by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Government of Suriname.