PT World
Elizabeth Baker
22 July 2025
Newcastle Airport in the northeast of the UK has published its masterplan for consultation, outlining its 15-year vision to strengthen its role as a gateway, while continuing to drive growth, investment, employment and inbound tourism in the region.
The masterplan outlines the need for the airport to plan for more infrastructure improvements over the next 15 years to support the projected passenger growth.
Key initiatives include extending the pier to add more than 20 aircraft stands by 2040.
To support the long-term growth, the airport will begin work on a three-story extension to its terminal this year, creating additional space for food and beverage (F&B) outlets and more seating in the departure lounge. As part of the project, two additional luggage carousels will be installed in the expanded international baggage arrivals area.
The airport will also progress with proposals from previous masterplans to extend the runway, meaning airlines can serve a broader range of destinations, and it will continue to develop its key employment sites.
Another of the major projects includes AirLink – a proposed 750,000ft2 cargo facility set to be built on-site.
Further details: Newcastle Airport’s 15-year masterplan prepares for nine million passengers by 2040 - Passenger Terminal Today
