Redeveloped airport lounge to open in November

The first phase of a project to redevelop Jersey Airport's departure lounge is due to open to the public in early November.

The work forms part of a £10m project by Ports of Jersey to modernise the airport, improve passenger facilities and replace ageing infrastructure.

Project leaders said the new lounge would include an improved layout, expanded seating areas and a new mezzanine level with runway views.

Ports chief executive Matt Thomas said the changes would "massively enhance the experience" for passengers.

The first stage of project had been developed with input from charities, businesses and tourism, heritage, arts and passenger groups, project leaders said.

Features would include wicker Jersey cows, aerial images of the island, a Martello-inspired lift tower and a Plémont Bay-themed family area, they added.

Thomas said the project was also making changes to the ageing infrastructure of the airport.

He said: "This project is about much more than creating a beautiful space for our passengers.

"Substantial investment has been made in the 30-year-old infrastructure that supports the airport's long-term future, including improvements to heating, ventilation and other essential systems."

The next phase of the project was due to open in 2027 and included an enhanced food and drink area, larger assisted travel lounge, refurbished main toilet facilities and a shop dedicated to Jersey produce, project bosses said.

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