Munich: Terminal 1 expansion with capacity for 6 million passengers!

Munich: Terminal 1 expansion with capacity for 6 million passengers!

The expansion of Terminal 1 at Munich Airport is progressing as planned and promises to improve the travel experience for millions of passengers. This reports About Travel. The new gate, which is specially designed for non-Schengen traffic, will increase capacity by up to six million passengers per year - roughly equivalent to the number of passengers at Hanover Airport.

All passenger boarding bridge elements have currently been delivered and the majority have already been assembled. The CT scanners for security checks are also on the way and will be installed soon. The next step will be the gates with boarding machines so that everything will be ready in time for commissioning after the trial operation in the first half of 2026.

State-of-the-art equipment for the future

The new pier is an impressive length of around 360 meters and has a total area of ​​around 95,000 square meters. Up to twelve smaller aircraft or six wide-body aircraft can dock at the same time. The terminal expansion will also include a central building complex connected to the existing modules A and B. The apron level houses the baggage claim and departure gates for aircraft that are not directly at the building. This creates a significant improvement in handling processes.

The Bavarian Finance Minister Albert Füracker underlines the importance of this project for the competitiveness of Munich Airport. Jost Lammers, CEO of FMG, highlights the progress and is optimistic about the future, in which passengers can count on the most modern service quality.

Sustainability and digitalization in focus

The new terminal design will also incorporate energy-efficient technology, promoting the sustainability of the overall facility. The focus on digitalization and adapting to the changing needs of passengers is also a central element of the master plan for the airport. At a time when younger generations are digitally savvy and prefer online check-in, commercial spaces in terminals need to be adapted accordingly. Technological advances, such as biometric security solutions, are becoming increasingly relevant and reshaping terminal design. Airports, also known as “airport cities,” are increasingly becoming multifunctional centers where economic activity and passenger experience go hand in hand.

In summary, the expansion of Terminal 1 in Munich shows that the future of travel not only begins in the front row, but also requires innovative planning behind the scenes. The total investment of 665 million euros in the project shows that investments are being made in the future and thus also in the competitiveness of one of Europe's most important transport hubs. You can find out more about this at KBP and Airliners.