As Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) builds on its position as a hub for tourism and economic activity in the Bahamas, it is placing a strong emphasis on sustainability and infrastructure improvements to meet future demand.
“Our airport was built with sustainability in mind, from the terminal design to geothermal cooling systems,” Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD) President and CEO Vernice Walkine tells Aviation Week.
NAS recently achieved Level 1 carbon accreditation under ACI World’s global program and is working toward further milestones. A key initiative is the development of a solar power system to stabilize energy costs and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with the Bahamas’ broader environmental goals.
In addition to sustainability, Walkine highlighted several infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing airport capacity. Early 2025 will see the start of extensive renovations to Runway 14, part of NAS’ long-term capital development plan. The airport is also upgrading its gates from asphalt to concrete, ensuring durability and resilience in the face of increasing demand.
NAS’s growth strategy is designed to accommodate passenger volumes for the next two to three decades, including planned developments across terminal, airside and landside areas. “Our goal is to ensure the airport continues to support the Bahamas’ tourism sector while setting a standard for operational efficiency,” Walkine says.
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