Eindhoven Airport Begins Terminal Expansion

Eindhoven Airport in the Netherlands has started construction on a major terminal expansion to address capacity challenges and improve passenger experience.

The project, undertaken in collaboration with construction company Heijmans, is scheduled for completion in July 2027. Designed by EGM Architects, Iv-Bouw, and Peutz, the expansion begins with the construction of a baggage basement, with work on the entrance hall set to start in November 2025. The terminal is expected to reach its highest point by late 2025.

The expansion is crucial for the airport, which was originally designed to handle 5 million passengers annually but served 6.8 million in 2023, with similar figures expected this year.

Overall, the project will add 10,000 m² (108,000 ft.²) of post-security space and 2,000 m² pre-security, providing additional gates, dining options, a game room, a quiet room, and a larger children’s area. The non-Schengen area, arrivals hall, and baggage facilities will also be expanded.

The airport will remain operational throughout much of the construction—although no air traffic or passengers will be accommodated for five months starting February 2027 due to large-scale runway work.

Measures to minimize disruptions include using electric construction equipment to reduce noise and emissions, implementing a ticketing system to regulate construction traffic, and scheduling high-risk activities during nighttime hours.

The terminal expansion incorporates several sustainability measures. The roof will feature sedum plants for insulation and water retention, while rainwater collected in a new basement water basin will be used for toilets.

Additionally, the terminal will be entirely gas-free, relying on two thermal energy storage systems for heating and cooling, with one dedicated to the new section. Nearly 1,100 solar panels will generate approximately 363,500 kilowatt-hours annually, covering about 40% of the energy consumption in the new part of the terminal.