As part of the project the departure hall's footprint will be expanded to increase the leisure space for travelling passengers, three amenity blocks will undergo a complete refresh, and modern traveller conveniences such as fast Wi-Fi and charging points will be added. Additional passenger seating will be installed.
Gatty's Bar and Kitchen, named after Tasmanian aviation pioneer Harold Gatty, Kanamaluka café, from the aboriginal word for Tamar River, and Tasmania's own Liv Eat will open at the airport later this year along with an expanded Launceston Store.
“Launceston Airport has been Tasmania's tourism gateway for 94 years and as we embark on an ambitious vision for the future it's important that we celebrate and embrace the incredible history of this airport,” said Launceston Airport CEO Shane O'Hare.
"This will be the biggest renovation of our terminal in almost 20 years and marks a new chapter in Launceston Airport's history.
“These works, blending modern infrastructure design elements that capture our unique Tasmanian identity, are another step towards a complete terminal redevelopment which began with our A$14m check-in hall and security screening project and will continue next year in our arrivals hall.
“Working closely with renowned Tasmanian architects Cumulus, everything about these works, from the names of our bars and cafés to the materials and colours on the walls, has been planned to reflect the beauty and history of Tassie.
“When finished this will be a truly world class departures experience, we thank passengers for their patience and understanding while we undertake this work,” he added.
Regional managing director of SSP Dominic Cain said SSP was proud to partner with Launceston Airport to bring Gatty’s Bar and Kitchen, Kanamaluka, and Liv Eat to the departures hall.
