Spain-based construction firm Sacyr Construcción S.A has been appointed to build and renovate several venues to be used during the Lima 2019 Pan American and Parapan American Games.
The works will take place in Callao district of Peru’s capital city and include the remodelling of the University of San Marcos stadium, the renovation of the 2,400 capacity Miguel Grau Coliseum and the construction of a new 6,100 capacity multi-sport complex.
Sacyr was one of 58 companies and consortiums that expressed interest in the tender for the works, of which seven were shortlisted, with the procurement process handled by the UK Government.
The president of Lima 2019, the event organisers, Carlos Neuhaus said: “We are delighted to have appointed Sacyr Construcción S.A. for the works in Callao.
“They submitted a strong proposal, which will provide world-class facilities for the athletes of the Americas to fulfil their potential in 2019.
“Lima 2019 is an investment in the future. The Games will leave a meaningful legacy for the people of Lima and Peru by delivering new sports facilities to underserved communities and kick-starting a culture shift in sports policy.”
