A HK$7 billion (US$897.5 million) enhancement and expansion project has gotten underway at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), scheduled for completion in 2020.
Fred Lam, CEO of the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA), said: “The enhancement projects for Terminal 1, together with the three-runway system in 2024, will increase the airport’s handling capacity, as well as bringing a fresh look and feel.
Artist impression of Sky Bridge
AA has revealed plans to build the 200m-long Sky Bridge connecting Terminal 1 and the North Satellite Concourse, which will reduce passengers’ travelling time and the need for shuttle bus transport. Rising 28m above ground, the footbridge will allow the largest A380 aircraft to taxi underneath.
The area north of Terminal 1, facing Car Park 4, will be expanded to accommodate 40 new check-in counters with self-bag drop facilities as well as two additional baggage reclaim carousels. Seats, shops and catering outlets will also be added to the expanded Arrivals Hall on the landside.
Moreover, an extension building adjacent to the existing Car Park 4 will provide approximately 1,400 additional parking spaces, premises for the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy and HKIA Preschool and staff-related facilities.
Meanwhile, new features in the expanded East Hall of Terminal 1 will include a roof garden and a children play area spanning two levels in the restricted area, in addition to a recreational zone featuring new technologies.
Ongoing enhancements include the refurbishment of the main food halls in the restricted area and the opening of new anchor retail shops. The food hall in the East Hall area will be revamped as well.
New anchor duty-free shops for liquor, cosmetics and accessories will be open for business soon, presenting novel experiential concepts such as interactive zones and a whisky bar.
