Avianca's top executive called it a “difficult decision” to suspend flights for first time in 60 years while citing safety concerns and operational difficulties.
"You need a bunch of other expertise around the table in addition to raw engineering talent," says Casnocha. "There is still work to be done in terms of the human capital."
Miyamoto, which specializes in engineering buildings to withstand earthquakes, operates a project in Pasto and has launched its first South American office in Bogotá.