An exciting insight has been given into Northern Ireland construction company Farrans' transformative £100 million terminal expansion for Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA).

The LBA released video and new CGI visuals to showcase a glimpse into the major redevelopment project, which is set to be completed in time for the summer 2025 holidays.

Farrans is already on-site completing Phase 1 of the project which involves the construction of the 9,500m2, three-storey terminal extension. Passengers will benefit from more seating, faster security, new shops and eateries, and a larger baggage reclaim area and immigration hall, as well as improved access for passengers with restricted mobility.

In Phase 2, Farrans will be undertaking a full refurbishment of the existing terminal. Works will be delivered in multiple sub-phases to minimise disruption to customers and allow the airport to operate as close to normal as possible.

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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.

The latest video and images bring to life what passengers can expect when they visit the new terminal, providing a more expansive look at the new space.

The new departure lounge, meticulously designed for optimal passenger comfort, will feature enhanced seating areas and an improved retail and dining offering.

Meanwhile, a striking exterior view highlights the terminal's contemporary design, showcasing LBA's vision for a state of the art, efficient, and environmentally friendly airport.

The visuals also show the new baggage reclaim area designed to streamline to arrivals process for travellers, plus the upgraded passport control area, which will incorporate cutting-edge security technology, ensuring a smoother and more secure journey for all passengers.

The first phase of the regeneration project is scheduled for completion in summer 2025, at which point guests will be welcomed into the new terminal extension. Following this milestone, attention will shift to phase two of the project, which focuses on redeveloping the existing terminal to further enhance the airport's overall infrastructure.

For further information and updates on the expansion project, visit www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk