Departing travellers at Launceston Airport will soon have more space and more gates, with construction underway on the next phase of the biggest terminal transformation in the airport’s history.
The $12 million project, funded by the airport, airlines and Tasmanian Government, will deliver a new boarding gate, a 600 square metre expansion of the gate area and a complete renovation and modernisation of Gates 3 and 4.
The expansion is designed to provide passengers with more room, improved seating, better wayfinding and a significantly enhanced experience.
The works represents another project in a series of upgrades to the airport’s departures experience, with enhancements to the check-in hall, security screening point and departures hall all completed across the last four years.
Launceston Airport CEO Katie Cooper said the works aligned with a long-term vision to become Australia’s favourite regional airport.
“This is a significant step in a truly transformative journey for Launceston Airport, that has completely reimagined the way passengers experience our terminal,” she said.
“We’ve created a bespoke airport experience here at Launceston that reflects the character, beauty and identity of Tasmania, and gives travellers a genuine sense of place from the moment they arrive.
“From check-in through to boarding, passengers will now have a seamless, uniquely Tasmanian experience at Launceston Airport with local architecture, businesses and amazing airport views all showcased.
“By increasing capacity and improving the functionality of our departure gates, we’re creating the infrastructure needed to support more services and passengers which sets us and our region up for long term growth.
“We’re grateful to the Tasmanian Government and our airline partners for their ongoing collaboration and investment in Launceston Airport which enables us to not only meet today’s needs but unlock the next phase of growth for Launceston and Tasmania."
For further information contact: Launceston Airport Media on (03) 9335 3666