With investment and cutting-edge technology, OMA is revolutionizing the passenger experience at Monterrey International Airport
- OMA automates baggage handling, boarding pass issuance and review, and enables immigration procedures with biometric technology in Terminal A as part of its $16 billion pesos investment plan for the expansion and modernization of Monterrey Airport.
Monterrey, NL, February 20, 2026. – Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte (OMA) today inaugurated a series of technological tools designed to transform the passenger travel experience and optimize airport operations at Terminal A of the Monterrey International Airport.
At an event presided over by the Governor of the State of Nuevo León, Samuel García Sepúlveda; the Secretary of Tourism, Maricarmen Martínez; the head of the National Institute of Migration (INM), Jorge Alejandro Palau Hernández; the Mayor of Guadalupe, Héctor García; the General Director of OMA, Ricardo Dueñas, and other special guests, the modernization of one of the fastest growing air terminals in the country in recent years was highlighted.
These solutions represent a strategic step towards modernizing airport services, especially in preparation for the increased demand expected in June for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Key innovations include:
Self-Bag Drop: A new self-check-in system that allows you to print your boarding pass and check your baggage independently, offering greater control and reducing waiting times.
Automatic gates (e-Gates): Advanced technology for efficient reading of boarding passes before security checkpoints, speeding up passenger flow within the terminal.
Self-service immigration filters: A solution for international procedures that leverages biometric technology, offering a faster, safer, and contactless border crossing.
“We thank OMA and all the authorities who have helped us achieve our goal of hosting the 2026 World Cup. We expect that by June 1st, two weeks before the first game arrives in Monterrey, the viaduct will be finished and everything will be ready to welcome the international and, of course, the local teams,” said Samuel García Sepúlveda.
"The implementation of these new technologies represents a strategic step to transform the passenger experience with greater efficiency and comfort, effectively preparing us for the demand that the World Cup will bring in June and consolidating our leadership in airport innovation," said Ricardo Dueñas, CEO of OMA.
These initiatives are a proactive response to meet the anticipated air traffic demand for the upcoming World Cup, ensuring that every passenger enjoys exceptional service. Additionally, they are part of VINCI Airports ' ongoing innovation strategy , which combines cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to sustainability.
The portfolio includes solutions such as artificial intelligence applied to airport operations, robotics to improve the passenger experience, and biometric systems that make travel a simpler and more efficient experience.
OMA reaffirms its commitment to leading the transformation of the airport industry, creating smart, people-centric environments. With these tools, we are ushering in a new era of global connectivity.
Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte, S.A.B. de C.V., known as OMA, operates 13 international airports in nine states of central and northern Mexico. OMA’s airports serve Monterrey, Mexico’s third largest metropolitan area, the tourist destinations of Acapulco, Mazatlán, and Zihuatanejo, and nine other regional centers and border cities. OMA also operates the NH Collection Hotel inside Terminal 2 of the Mexico City airport and the Hilton Garden Inn at the Monterrey airport. OMA employs over 1,200 persons in order to offer passengers and clients airport and commercial services in facilities. OMA is listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange (OMA) and on the NASDAQ Global Select Market (OMAB). Since December 2022, OMA is part of VINCI Airports, the world´s leading private airport operator.
