The Changi Airport Group has announced an investment of 3 billion Singapore dollars in Changi International Airport over the next six years to improve its services.
The Skytrain, which started operations in 2008, will refresh its system, including signals and communications nearing the end of their service life, and introduce new vehicles to increase its transport capacity. In addition to replacing the baggage handling system at Terminal 3, a new baggage transport system will be constructed on the rooftop to ease the demand on the existing underground system, linking the terminals. The check-in area in Terminal 4 will be expanded, increasing its processing capacity by 15%, and the immigration hall’s holding capacity in Terminal 1 will be expanded by about 60%.
Furthermore, anticipating the arrival of Boeing 777-9 aircraft, some taxiways not meeting the weight limitations will be reinforced, and boarding bridges between terminals will be refreshed, enabling the use of 39 boarding bridges. Parking spots for open spots will also be increased to over 200, and a smart system will be introduced to minimize delays during turnaround times. The systems and facilities in Terminal 3 will also be refreshed.
It is predicted that between 2023 and 2043, the number of global passengers will at least double, with over half of the increase coming from the Asia Pacific region. By meeting the demand increase and providing excellent connectivity for travelers, the move is expected to contribute to job growth in Singapore. The plans are set to accommodate the rising travel demand until the operation of Terminal 5 begins in the mid-2030s.
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