Schiphol and Gatwick detail large investment plans

Amsterdam Schiphol is pressing ahead with plans for a new pier and expanded terminal, while London Gatwick has announced it will invest GBP1.15b (US$1.5b) to increase capacity over the next 5 years. Under Amsterdam Schiphol’s Capital Program, the airport is expanding the existing terminal to add a capacity for a further 14m passengers annually. The airport will retain its “one terminal concept,” keeping all its facilities under one roof. The new pier is expected to be completed in 2019, followed by the expanded terminal in 2023, with the airport continuing normal operations throughout. “The expansion is required in order to strengthen the competitive position of Mainport Schiphol, keep pace with the growth in aviation and continue to develop the position of ‘preferred airport’ among both airlines and passengers,” Amsterdam Schiphol said. <br/>