Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has announced a €10 billion (R198,9 billion) expansion plan which will be under way until 2035, focusing on infrastructure improvements and a new terminal.
According to the airport, the current terminal and accessibility are inadequate for the number of travellers, and extra space is needed to modernise the airport and facilitate larger and quieter aircraft.
The expansion plans include:
- A new Terminal South
- Renovations and sustainability improvements to piers. Pier A will open in 2027 followed by the renovations of Piers B, C, D and H/M. Less sustainable piers will be replaced and more space for travellers and larger, quieter, cleaner aircraft will be created.
- More space, renovated catering facilities, shops and seating areas with plans to renovate traveller lounges.
- Improving the roads in and around the airport and working on public transport, including plans for a new metro line between Amsterdam, Schiphol and Hoofddorp.
Schiphol is working on phasing the construction projects and is consulting with airlines and other parties regarding user requirements, planning, phasing and costs.
According to NL Times, the City of Amsterdam expressed concern that the investment plans focus on airport growth, which conflicts with plans to limit flights.
