Construction Contracts Awarded By Airport

Construction Contracts Awarded By Christchurch Airport

Christchurch International Airport (CIAL) Has Announced The Two Companies Who Have Won New Construction Contracts At The Airport. “ We are pleased to announce that the construction of the Regional Lounge complex has been awarded to Mainzeal Property and Construction,” said CIAL Chief Executive Jim Boult, “and the redevelopment of the International Retail area has gone to Hawkins Construction.“

The single level Regional Lounge complex will service primarily Air New Zealand turbo prop aircraft and their passengers, and will be built on the south side of the new integrated terminal, which is presently under construction. It will be located on the site of Hangar no. 2, which has been completely dismantled. Construction of the Regional Lounge will start this week and is due to be finished by January 2011, at the same time as the first stage of the main terminal building.

The construction of the Regional Lounge is a joint development between CIAL and Air New Zealand, with building costs expected to be around $20 million. On completion, the lounge will be owned and operated by CIAL.

“This is a major initiative which reinforces Air New Zealand’s commitment to the region and our customers, which will enable us to pursue additional growth opportunities,” says Air New Zealand Deputy CEO Norm Thompson.

This year there will also be a major redevelopment of the International Retail area of the airport, which will include new Arrivals and Departures Duty Free stores. Construction will commence in February and completion is expected by the end of the year. “This is another multi-million dollar project,” said Jim Boult. “We’re excited that this part of the terminal will have new international retail facilities, including new food and beverage and new general retail.”

Jim Boult said these two projects, in addition to the ongoing construction of the main terminal, would make 2010 a busy year for airport and construction staff. “The logistics are complex, but we’re pleased with the progress we’re making. We’re looking forward to having a lot of new facilities ready in time for the Rugby World Cup in 2011.”

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