The timetable is becoming clearer: theAbu Dhabi International Airport said the 31 August that the inauguration of a new terminal would take place at early November. This should open up new horizons for the Emirati capital's hub. Because the Terminal A must be able to accommodate 79 aircraft simultaneously and treat no less than 11,000 passengers per hour. A particularly functional new tool, which will boast a annual passenger capacity of 45 million.
Among the features of this new 742 000 m²The new Terminal A will be a showcase for new technologies. The new terminal, previously known as the Midfield Terminal Building, will feature biometrics. The Emirati hub will also feature self-service kiosks and ultra-modern security checks to speed up the passenger journey - and give passengers the chance to explore a shopping offer comprising 163 boutiques and other food outlets.
"Leveraging the latest technologies, the redeveloped Abu Dhabi Airport will offer a seamless passenger journey, enabling connectivity, interaction, business, trade and tourism, all of which are key to strengthening Abu Dhabi's position on the world stage." says Elena Sorlini, Managing Director and Acting CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports. " Terminal A underlines our commitment to providing our international passengers and partners with a first-class airport experience. The terminal illustrates our commitment to excellence and to offering exceptional services that meet the evolving priorities of today's travellers."Elena Sorlini also promises.
The Chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports is equally ambitious when it comes to the contribution of this new infrastructure: " As Abu Dhabi's new gateway to the world, Terminal A embodies Abu Dhabi Airports' commitment to supporting the emirate's sustainable economic development."said His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan. "The opening of this facility, which has nothing to envy the largest and most grandiose on our planet, turns a new page in Abu Dhabi's 55-year aviation history. A beacon of modernity and sophistication, it will be a key driver of growth for our emirate, stimulating tourism and trade." .
