CORFU AIRPORT "IOANNIS KAPODISTRIAS"
- Construction of 10,350 m2 new terminal, as the expansion of the existing
- Refurbishment of the existing terminal
- 35% increase in the number of check-in counters (from 21 to 28)
- 60% increase in the number of security lanes (from 5 to 8)
- Installation of modern baggage handling system
- 50% increase in the number of departure gates (from 8 to 12)
- Refurbishment and upgrade of the fire station
- Construction of new access control guardhouse in the aircraft area
- Refurbishment of the airside pavement
- Expansion by 10,350 m2 and reconfiguration of the apron
Stakeholder engagement meetings
In an event held on May 2nd 2017 at the Chamber of Kerkira, Fraport Greece presented to the local community, representatives of local authorities, local tourism stakeholders and local media its analytical construction plans for the development of Kerkira airport. In the context of taking over the management and operation of the 14 regional airports on April 11th, Fraport Greece held a round of nationwide stakeholder engagement events during which Fraport Greece presented its plans for all airports.
During the Q&A session the key issues that emerged regarding the Corfu airport were the following:
• Ability of Fraport Greece to attract new airlines and create new connections
• Concerns regarding the commercial facilities and the rents
• Environmental and sanitation plans regarding the airport
• Plans for expropriations
• Development and enhancement of website as tourist promotion tool
• Potential impacts on aeroclub
• Plans for airport renaming.
Note: The technical specifications mentioned at the Stakeholder Engagement presentations, were valid on the day of the presentation and may have changed.