Construction Review
Jefther A
22 June 2026
RDU Airport Expansion continues to accelerate at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) as $2.5 billion in capital works approach critical delivery milestones in 2026.
The runway remains the most critical component of the RDU Airport Expansion program as it underpins future international and long-haul operations.
Meanwhile, infrastructure relocation works also progress in parallel. A nearly $50 million contract is advancing to relocate Lumley Road, creating required buffer space for the runway footprint.
Terminal 2 is undergoing major landside expansion as part of the broader RDU Airport Expansion strategy. Meanwhile, parking infrastructure upgrades are nearing completion.
John Brantley Boulevard is undergoing major redesign as part of the RDU Airport Expansion landside improvement program...
