Frankfurt Airport. Photo: Shutterstock Frankfurt Airport this week (June 9, 2o26) began one of the largest projects in its history. Terminal 2 was completely closed to passenger activity starting yesterday, and a comprehensive renovation and modernization process began for the building, which was inaugurated in 1994 and served millions of passengers every year for more than three decades.
Frankfurt Airport. Photo: FRAPORT
The move was made possible following the opening of the new Terminal 3, to which all airlines that previously operated in Terminal 2 were transferred. Despite the terminal being closed to passengers, some of the infrastructure will continue to operate, including the aircraft parking bays, the baggage handling system, the underground parking lot, and the Sky Line train that connects the terminals.
Fraport AG, which operates the airport, will invest around €1.5 billion in the project. The work will replace and upgrade many critical systems, including smoke detection and evacuation systems, energy systems, air conditioning, heating and building automation. Elevators, escalators and offices will also be renovated.
At the same time, the company plans to make significant operational adjustments that will prepare the terminal for future aviation needs. Among other things, central security screening areas will be established, passenger flows within the building will be improved, and a more flexible solution will be provided for commercial and service areas.
The renovation is expected to last many years, with the goal of reopening Terminal 2 in the middle of the next decade, capable of serving over 10 million passengers per year and supporting the growth of Star Alliance member airlines and other companies.