UK. BAA has announced a £25 million expansion of Glasgow Airport over the next two years, a plan that includes developing a new food court as well as vital terminal infrastructure such as airport roads and aircraft taxiways.
The airport will invest £12 million in 2010, followed by £13 million in 2011. The move follows the opening last year of a £31 million terminal extension, named Skyhub, including a walk-through World Duty Free store plus enhanced retail and food & beverage services.
By 2014, when Glasgow hosts the Commonwealth Games, the airport expects to spend between £85 million and £100 million on its expansion.
The main Departures zone, Skylounge, will be upgraded and passenger flows improved to “create a more seamless journey through the airport,” said the company.
Glasgow Airport Managing Director Amanda McMillan said: “These improvements will deliver a better passenger experience, provide enhanced terminal facilities, and improve the efficiency of our taxiway and runway infrastructure, which are essential for the smooth operation of the airport.
“This is a significant investment in the future of Glasgow Airport, and underlines our commitment to grow the airport and deliver a better customer experience for our passengers.”
McMillan said the airport was in talks with airlines about new routes for 2010, and was working to fill the capacity lost by the collapse of Flyglobespan this month.
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