Bristol Airport to get multi-million-pound extension

Bristol Airport has awarded a £30 million terminal extension project to Farrans as it continues with its wide-ranging redevelopment plans.

Work has already commenced on the two-floor extension, which will infill an area between the existing terminal building and the departure gates.

The new area will create more space for shops and restaurants, with 17 new units being incorporated into the design. The arrivals hall is also benefiting from a new domestic reclaim area with an additional baggage carousel.

Andrew Goodenough, Infrastructure Director at Bristol Airport, said: “We have ambitious plans to transform our customer experience over the next couple of years, and we really appreciate our customers’ patience and understanding while all of these massive improvements are taking place.

“Floor space is going to increase by almost 45% and we’ll have a total of 38 retail and food and beverage outlets including premium brands and dining options as well as a hidden speakeasy bar.”

Gerard McNamee, Project Manager at Farrans, said: “This is an exciting project which will be completed in a live environment in which all passenger routes need to remain open at all times.

“One of the most innovative features for this project will be our use of a Bailey Bridge, a modular military style structure that will temporarily bridge gaps, allowing us to bring our vehicles and equipment from landside to airside.”