Kolkata Airport News: International and Domestic Lounges to Get Major Upgrade
Kolkata Airport News
Kolkata airport is planning a major revamp of its international and domestic passenger lounges as part of a wider effort to improve retail and passenger facilities. The airport will also create more space for retail outlets and give its food-and-beverage section a new look.
According to an airport official, an unused area next to the existing international business-class lounge on the upper level will be converted into additional lounge space. The expansion is expected to provide more room and better facilities for passengers using the airport.
The international business-class lounge currently has unused space beside it. Airport authorities plan to use this area for expansion instead of leaving it unused.
An airport official said there is considerable scope to make the international lounge larger. The plan is also aimed at creating bigger lounge areas for both international and domestic passengers.
Additional lounge space can help the airport handle more passengers, particularly during busy travel periods. A larger facility can also provide passengers with more seating and improve the overall airport experience.
The airport’s plans are not limited to international travellers. The domestic passenger lounge will also be expanded as part of the proposed redevelopment.
The aim is to provide more comfortable facilities for passengers travelling on domestic routes. With passenger numbers growing, additional lounge space could help reduce crowding and provide a better waiting environment.
The airport is also expected to review the way retail and passenger service areas are arranged as part of the overall redevelopment.
Along with the lounge expansion, the airport plans to remodel its food-and-beverage section. The area will be redesigned and given a fresh appearance.
The changes are expected to improve the passenger experience by offering a more modern and attractive environment for dining and refreshments. The redevelopment will form part of the wider retail revamp planned at the airport.
The airport also intends to create additional space for retail stores, which could bring more shopping options for passengers.
The planned overhaul is expected to begin after the contract with the current lounge and food-and-beverage operator ends early next year, according to sources.
Once the existing contract comes to an end, the airport will be able to proceed with the planned changes to the lounges, food areas and retail spaces.
The redevelopment will therefore be carried out in stages as the airport works towards improving its passenger facilities.
The lounge expansion and retail changes are part of Kolkata airport’s efforts to modernise its facilities and make better use of available space.
By converting an unused area into a larger international lounge and improving the domestic lounge, the airport aims to provide passengers with more comfortable spaces. The changes to food and beverage outlets and retail areas could also make the terminal more convenient and attractive.
The planned revamp is expected to become more visible after the existing operator’s contract ends early next year. Further details about the final design, facilities and implementation schedule are yet to be announced.
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