Doha’s Hamad Int’l Airport completes expansion, unveils Concourses D and E

Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha, Qatar officially opened brand new Concourses D and E, increasing its capacity to over 65 million passengers annually.

The unveiling of the concourses completes the airport’s seven-year expansion and development project. One of the expansion’s milestones took place in 2022, when the airport unveiled The ORCHARD, a 6,000 square meter indoor tropical garden.

Delivering Excellence From A to EWe have added Concourses D and E to A, B, and C—now ready to welcome over 65 million passengers.What’s next? #ExcellenceFromAToE #HIAQatar #HamadInternationalAirport #QatarAirways #QatarDutyFree pic.twitter.com/iQn7XglcjZ— Hamad Int’l Airport (@HIAQatar) March 20, 2025 According to Doha Airport, the new concourses integrate seamlessly into the existing terminal, which now spans 842,000 square meters – a 14% increase – while the addition of 17 new aircraft contact gates increases the total to 62, nearly 40% more from 2024.

The new concourses will also improve passenger experience with new self-boarding systems, and smart technology that enables faster document verification. Overall, the new technology is expected to reduce wait times and provide a smoother transition from terminal to aircraft. 

The new concourses were designed to meet GSAS 4-Star Design & Build Certification and aiming for LEED Gold Certification, Doha Airport said. 

The development incorporates energy-efficient systems, innovative water management solutions, and optimised thermal comfort strategies, reinforcing the airport’s alignment with global sustainability objectives.

RELATED

Qatar Airways to add frequencies across global network as demand soars

The post Doha’s Hamad Int’l Airport completes expansion, unveils Concourses D and E appeared first on AeroTime.

Go to Source