Shannon Airport commences €15 million arrivals area upgrade with modern façade replacement

Shannon Airport has commenced a €15 million arrivals area upgrade as part of a €40 million investment programme aimed at enhancing passenger facilities and delivering long-term sustainability improvements, the Irish Sun reported.

The 1970s section of Shannon Airport's main terminal building will be replaced with a modern, curved architectural façade, designed to dramatically improve energy performance. Passengers will notice the physical impact to the terminal, with a striking, fresh new look for the exterior.

The upgrade will help facilitate the terminal's transition to electric heat pump technology and new heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. This will enable a move away from fossil fuel systems and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Ray O'Driscoll, interim CEO of the Shannon Airport Group, said the commencement marks a significant step forward in the commitment to lowering emissions, improving energy performance and enhancing the customer experience. "As part of our overall €40 million investment programme, this project will enable major carbon reductions while also modernising one of the most important parts of the terminal," O'Driscoll said. "This work builds on the numerous enhancements we've already delivered and is a further investment in our passengers and in a sustainable future."

The immigration and baggage halls will be completely upgraded. Arriving passengers can expect brighter, more contemporary spaces featuring upgraded toilets, improved lighting and flooring, clearer signage and new layouts designed to reduce queues and streamline passenger movement.

Galway-based OCC Construction has been appointed to carry out the works. Construction has just commenced, with project completion expected in May 2027.

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