Farrans hands over first section of Leeds Bradford Airport Phase 2

Our team delivering Leeds Bradford Airport Phase 2 has successfully handed over the first of seven sections as it completes a full refurbishment of the existing terminal building.

The first section includes a refurbished departures facility bolted on to the new Phase 1 building designed to further improve the passenger experience.

Congratulations to our colleagues, design partners and supply chain for their success in achieving this milestone on a challenging project taking place in a live airport environment.

Works on Phase 2 will be delivered in multiple sub-phases to minimise disruption to customers and allow the airport to operate as close to normal as possible. Improvements include the creation of new staircases, lifts and escalators to provide an open plan feel which will complement the new lighter and brighter terminal extension. Remodelled internal spaces will allow improved passenger movement and there will be brand new security and arrivals facilities, World Duty Free and shops, bars and restaurants.

By 2030, the airport’s regeneration has the potential to create 1,500 new direct jobs at LBA and 4,000 new indirect jobs, as well as contribute a total of £940 million to the local economy*.The regeneration will also help LBA to further decarbonise its operations, as outlined in the airport’s 2030 Net Zero Carbon Roadmap, with the installation of new all electric heating, lighting and machinery, including new baggage belts. It is expected that airlines attracted by the regeneration will accelerate the deployment of their newest, quietest and most efficient aircraft at the airport, in turn reducing the overall environmental impact of LBA’s operations.