London Stansted has completed a major upgrade to its main airfield security checkpoint, an essential facility used every day by airport staff, contractors and operational teams.
The building acts as a checkpoint between the public side of the airport and the restricted airfield, and it is where staff, vehicles and deliveries must show ID and be cleared before entering.
The new facility includes modern security systems, better working conditions for the colleagues who staff it, and a more efficient layout designed for a smoother process for the thousands of authorised vehicle movements that take place each week.
The development forms part of Stansted’s wider transformation programme to upgrade the airport’s infrastructure and facilities.
It builds on the successful delivery of several major projects, including the new domestic arrivals building, the refurbishment of the Satellite Two gate areas, significant baggage system upgrades and the construction of the airport’s on‑site solar farm, which is on track to become operational this spring.
Nick Millar, Operations Director at London Stansted, said: “This new checkpoint is an important investment that supports the safe and secure operation of the airport every day.
“While passengers may never see it, facilities like this play a vital role in ensuring authorised staff and vehicles can access the airfield quickly and efficiently.
“It’s another example of the improvements taking place across the airport as part of our wider transformation programme, not only meeting the latest security requirements, but also supporting future growth to 43 million passengers a year and beyond.”
