Bristol Airport has begun a £4m refurbishment of its departure lounge, which will see the arrival of new retail tenants.
High street pharmacy Boots is set to open a health and beauty store at the South West transport hub, initially in a temporary unit, before expanding into a larger one in spring 2023.
The investment will also see a refresh of the airport’s world duty free store, a new-look bar and restaurant and improvements made throughout the winter to the design of existing retail units.
Head of commercial at Bristol Airport Tom Hack said the move was “a very clear sign” of the confidence shared between the airport and its commercial and catering partners.
Mr Hack said: “With Bristol Airport seeing the fastest customer recovery of any UK airport this year, the strong demand for travel demonstrates continued customer confidence in travelling. Our customers’ departure lounge experience is an important part of the start to any holiday, and it is necessary for us to provide an exemplary environment.”
Earlier this year Bristol Airport secured planning permission from the government to expand its maximum capacity from 10 million to 12 million passengers a year. Local residents and environmental campaigners have mounted a legal challenge against the decision, with a High Court appeal hearing held in Bristol last month.
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