PORTS of Jersey have revealed further details about plans to renovate Jersey Airport – including a first-floor space with sea and runway views, and an “open to all” roof terrace – after Islanders slammed the organisation over proposals to turn the free upstairs atrium into a “premium” paid-for lounge.
Ports last week confirmed that the new lounge will be operated by travel hospitality firm, No1 Lounges. Access to the current upstairs lounge has already been restricted as work on the renovation begins.
But after Islanders raised concerns about the removal of the atrium area, Ports issued further details about the long-term plan to renovate Jersey Airport’s departures and arrivals terminals: “Ports of Jersey is at the start of a process to redevelop the airport terminal over the coming years, including a new duty-free shop, a new restaurant and investment in new technology to enable our passengers to travel smoothly through Jersey Airport.
“We will create comfortable seating areas for passengers to relax in before they fly, including a space on the first floor with sea and runway views.
“In addition, we hope to create an ‘open to all’ roof terrace (subject to building and security approvals) between the old and new terminal buildings, a fun play area for children, as well as a quieter area that will provide a calm environment for passengers seeking somewhere peaceful away from the hustle and bustle of the Airport.”
