BRISTOL AIRPORT, in spite of its access problems (see ABTN 20 September), is to go ahead with a ”14m expansion to further enhance its level of customer service. The investment will see an extension of the check-in and baggage reclaim areas, alongside apron development, in order to accommodate continued growth at the airport. The check-in extension located on the east side of the main terminal will provide 16 additional check-in desks. The international baggage reclaim hall will also be extended, providing an additional carousel and facilities for oversized baggage. Bristol International has grown rapidly over the last two years, more than doubling its number of scheduled routes from 16 to 37. In 2004 alone the airport has announced 11 new scheduled routes. In the next 12 months the airport will handle 4.5m passengers, four times the number of ten years ago.
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