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Development Phase

Wellington Airport’s $58m extension enhancing travel and tourism infrastructure

Wellington Airport is embarking on a $58 million (€40m), 6,000sqm terminal and apron extension. The development will create a vibrant, world-class experience for travellers – one that is future-proofed and consistent with the airport’s long-term expansion plans. Steve Sanderson, Chief Executive of Wellington Airport, spoke to Airport Business.

Lyon’s Terminal 1 investment to enhance service, competitiveness and non-aeronautical revenues

Aéroports de Lyon is investing €180 million in a major extension to Lyon-Saint Exupéry’s Terminal 1, which will double the surface area of its current facilities, and enable the airport to handle 15 million passengers by 2020. Philippe Bernand, CEO Aéroports de Lyon, told Airport Business that the development will enhance quality of service, increase competitiveness, and drive non-aeronautical revenues, as well as increasing capacity.

Abu Dhabi Terminal 1 expansion to streamline passenger journey

Abu Dhabi International Airport has unveiled a major expansion of passenger facilities in Terminal 1. The latest elements of its Capacity Enhancement Programme are designed to reduce waiting times, ease congestion and enhance the overall passenger experience.

Tampa International Airport renovation and expansion delivering “great guest experience”

Tampa International Airport is embarking on a near-$1 billion master plan that will provide a significantly enhanced level of customer service, and demonstrate the “flair and flavour” of the region. Al Illustrato, Vice President of Facilities and Administration, Tampa Airport, outlined to Airport Business the airport’s expansion plans, the challenges and the strategy for overcoming those, and the wider economic impact of the development.

UK Aviation Minister visits Bristol Airport and views development plans

UK Aviation Minister Robert Goodwill MP recently visited Bristol Airport to view progress on its development programme, and emphasise the importance of airports to the government’s long-term economic plan. Latest terminal enhancements include construction of an £8.6 million (€11.6m) eastern terminal extension, which is scheduled for completion this summer.