The development of an airport master plan is a complex task. The objective is to ensure that the immediate development is in line with the long-term development strategies and that the capacity is at all times sufficient, not excessive. This goes for new airports as well as for the extension of existing airports.
COWI analyses the potential for development of airports in terms of passenger and cargo volumes. Combined with the commercial aspects, the results are used in feasibility calculations allowing the airport management to determine their final development strategy.
The master planning covers all elements of an airport, such as runway/taxiway system including airfield lighting, navigational aids, passenger terminal including apron and landside access facilities, control tower, freight terminal, maintenance and administration buildings, fire rescue facilities and all information and security systems and utilities.
COWI uses a variety of simulation programs that makes it possible for our clients to optimise functionality and get maximum benefit of their investments.
The master plan work will be concluded with cost estimations of the various alternatives based on COWI's comprehensive cost databases.