UK. Leeds Bradford Airport has announced the second phase of its redevelopment plan, a three-storey extension to its terminal building.
The expanded terminal will house a “transformed” international arrivals process, including immigration, baggage reclaim and customs. It will also accommodate larger departure gates and seating areas, and new retail and food & beverage outlets.
As reported, the airport officially opened the first phase of the redevelopment in August this year, which included a significant upgrade of its commercial offering.
Second phase works are scheduled for completion by the end of 2019, before contractors commence remodelling the airport’s existing terminal building. This will provide a new central security search area, enhanced check-in facilities, and a simplification of the customer journey through the existing departure lounge, which will also include new retail and food & beverage offers. These works are expected to be completed for summer 2020, the airport said.
The final phase will include the construction of a new pier, replacing the current passenger walkway with a two-storey structure housing arrivals and ground level. Departures will be processed at additional new boarding gates on the first floor.
Leeds Bradford Airport Chief Executive David Laws said: “This new extension will transform the experience for both departing and arriving passengers whilst also adding a ‘sense of place and pride’ throughout the terminal, as we want to play our part in creating a great first impression for inbound visitors.
“A thriving region needs a thriving airport and we hope the people of our great county will see these latest plans as a real statement of intent as we continue to strive to create an airport Yorkshire can be proud of.”
