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Singapore's Changi Airport Breaks Ground on Terminal 5, Doubling Passenger Capacity

The ambitious project, set to open in the mid-2030s, will expand Changi's capacity to 140 million passengers annually, integrate advanced automation, and enhance connectivity to 200 cities.

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Overview

  • Terminal 5, part of the 1,080-hectare Changi East development, will consolidate Singapore Airlines and Scoot operations for a more seamless passenger experience.
  • The new terminal will feature sustainable architecture, advanced automation, and human-centric design by KPF, Heatherwick Studio, and architects61.
  • Changi's expansion aligns with a $240 billion regional investment wave in airport infrastructure, driven by projected 7% air travel growth over the next 25 years.
  • Singapore's aviation ecosystem, contributing 5% of GDP, aims to strengthen its role as a hub for tourism, logistics, and aerospace with the new terminal.
  • Terminal 5's pandemic-resilient design incorporates lessons from COVID-19, ensuring adaptability to future health crises and global challenges.