Bulgarian architectural and engineering company IPA will design the new Terminal 2 at Sofia Airport, which will replace the 70-year-old Terminal 1.
IPA will partner with French architectural firm 1PAX – the authors of the conceptual design of the terminal – and with consultants from EGIS Avia, a global leader in the design and engineering of airports and aviation infrastructure.
Sofia Airport’s transformation strategy includes a complete redevelopment of Terminal 2, funded by a BGN40m (€20.45m) investment over the next two years. The project includes the delivery of a completely new baggage management system, doubling the capacity of the check-in counters, a complete redevelopment of the hand baggage and border control areas, a completely new duty-free shopping area of almost 2,000m2, a revolutionary new concept for the catering facilities, the installation of additional boarding bridges, and a number of other improvements to provide additional passenger convenience and efficiency of operations.
“When planning and designing, we will be guided by several important factors – creating an excellent airport experience for passengers, a welcoming atmosphere, a comfortable environment and, of course, safety. The renovated airport will change the look of our city and will meet modern quality and sustainability criteria in terms of infrastructure, installations, and technology. We believe that the renovated airport will provide a first-class and affordable service for all”, said Tsvetan Petrov, manager of IPA.
Sofia is also planning Terminal 3, an all-new facility that will be built by 2030.
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