The operator of Ohrid Airport, TAV Macedonia, yesterday officially launched its long-awaited upgrade and refurbishment project, valued at 2.7 million euros.
The first phase includes the refurbishment of the passenger terminal and an increase in operational capacity. The check-in area will be expanded from six to eight counters, with an additional 100 square metres of space. The security screening and hand baggage area will be expanded to nearly 200 square metres, while the gate area will grow to 350 square metres and the baggage reclaim area to 230 square metres. The project will also introduce a new duty-free shop, new escalators, as well as upgraded equipment and technology to ensure safer and more efficient passenger processing.
Passport control will be expanded to 150 square metres, while operational offices within the restricted zone will be refurbished across 270 square metres. In addition, the terminal’s front parking area will be reorganised to improve passenger flow. Importantly, the reconstruction will increase the terminal’s capacity by between 30% and 40%, allowing the airport to handle more aircraft and passengers during peak hours.
The second phase of the project focuses on the expansion and upgrade of the administrative building, which will grow from 290 to 746 square metres. In addition to TAV Macedonia’s offices and a new staff restaurant, the building will also house new facilities for border police and customs, as well as a dedicated employee parking area. The primary goal of the project is to relocate administrative functions from the terminal building to the upgraded administrative facility, thereby freeing up space within the terminal to better accommodate passenger traffic.
The airport will remain fully operational throughout the construction period. “This project will give Ohrid Airport a completely new look, delivering a more comfortable, efficient and pleasant travel experience for passengers, while also improving working conditions for our staff and partner institutions, including the police and customs. We see these activities as an investment in a better everyday experience for everyone within the airport community”, the General Manager of TAV Macedonia, Nejat Kurt, said.
Finally!
ReplyDeletelong overdue!
ReplyDeleteWell deserved Ohrid! Congrats! This airport has so much potential.
ReplyDeleteThey could it try and attach one or two jet bridges to the terminal in this overhaul
ReplyDeleteNo need to generate unnecessary costs. It’s a generally summer destination with nice weather and clean air.
Delete@14:54 Jetbridges are not needed on such an airport.
DeleteWhen should it be finished?
ReplyDeleteEnd of May
DeleteGreat news for OHD, this was much needed , also the airport currently have 17 routes which 3 are charters ,definitely this airport starting to grow again after a long time of stagnation. Hopefully this will also bring new routes and airlines in future👏👏
ReplyDeleteYay finally can't wait to see the finshed product. Does anyone know what the capacity is currently and after the upgrade what the new capacity will be?
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