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Major Expansion Projects Underway
With restrictions in place on the movement of aircraft, airlines such as KLM are likely to run bigger planes, and they will need more space at the airport. "Passenger numbers at Schiphol will increase by 25 percent over the next ten years," Hahn said. To handle this growth, the airport has already renovated the area behind the Schengen security checkpoint, increasing it by 25 percent, or 5,000 square meters.
It is then to be followed by new developments like a baggage basement, as well as renovations to Piers C and D. (Pier A has had several delays from construction, and is now set to open in 2027.)
"There's a big challenge ahead and we're going to be wrestling with space for the next ten years," Hahn added. It's not just about more space, but a better one in general. "Passengers want clean bathrooms and good coffee. "It is this — combined with light and space — that will give the passenger experience a significant boost, as well as a speedy transfer at our hub."
'One Terminal' Strategy Remains Central
Schiphol is also dedicated to its "one terminal" system, despite its continued growth. The design provides that all services and gates are linked under one roof, but could involve longer walks, especially through the future Pier A.
This layout "supports from the deepest level the function of the airport as an international hub". "The all-under-one-roof idea is an absolutely unique feature and a strength to our film. We are fundamentally a transfer airport, a hub. To see that it continues to run smoothly, just as we'll be planning for years into the future, we're considering the most efficient way of scheduling piers and flows for baggage. Flights with high numbers of connections are bunched together," he said.
The plan, projected to cost 10 billion euros, is among the most ambitious in Schiphol's history and is designed to help the airport keep up with rapidly increasing demand while ensuring a seamless, high-quality travel experience.
