Leeds Bradford International Airport

A Premier Feel For The New Executive Lounge

The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor James McKenna, officially opened Leeds Bradford International Airport’s (LBIA) contemporary new Premier Lounge today, (Monday 12th July, 2010)

All departing passengers will now have the opportunity to enjoy the Premier Lounge's comfortable surroundings and business facilities, irrespective of the airline they are travelling with, their class of travel or their destination.

LBIA's £400,000 investment and re-design was officially unveiled for the first time to guests who were able to experience the stylish ambience, which includes four separate zones: relaxation, refreshment and business including a self-contained meeting or private function room. The Premier Lounge accommodates over 100 guests, with a generous 50% extra floor space.

Premier Lounge facilities include:

• Sumptuous designer seating
• A complimentary self-service bar area featuring beers, wines and spirits, soft drinks and snacks
• A comfortable, relaxing 'chill out' zone

• Newspapers and magazines.

• Large plasma screen television and flight information screens.
• Business facilities including complimentary internet and WiFi
• Business telephone and fax service available.
• Dedicated uniformed Lounge staff

• The Premier Lounge is open daily from 0500hrs-2000hrs

• Fully accessible for disabled guests and wheelchair users
• The lounge welcomes children aged between 12-17 years old
• For special occasions passengers may upgrade and choose from a wide selection of fine wines and champagne for a nominal extra charge

Passengers flying from LBIA will be able to take advantage of this premier experience from just £10 per person* and can either pre-book at www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk or simply walk in prior to departure.

Tony Hallwood, Commercial Director for Leeds Bradford International Airport, said: "As Yorkshire's Gateway Airport, our aim is to create a relaxing experience for both our business and leisure passengers with great ambiance and service. We are committed to enhancing the airport's facilities to deliver 'best in class' products and services and look forward to passengers taking advantage of this excellent new addition to our airport. "
Development

This is the latest phase of LBIA's £70 million terminal development plans
The plans include a new two storey building extension and internal improvements to the existing terminal, providing:

• A new airside departure lounge

• Expanded passenger security screening zone
• Redesign of domestic baggage reclaim hall
• A wider selection of retail and catering facilities

• Re-modelling of the airside immigration facility

• The two storey extension will give around 4,600 sqm of new accommodation, of which 2,300 sqm will be provided at ground level to improve the concourse, check-in and security facilities, and 2,300 sqm at first floor level to provide a departure lounge and retail link.

The latest announcement follows the recent completion of a £2m redevelopment of the airport forecourt. Phase One included access improvements for the bus and airport shuttle which links the airport with frequent services to Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate alongside a new drop off and pick up zone for car passengers. A convenient taxi booking point has now been relocated by the ranks to ease passenger departures. Phase Two saw a streamlined rapid pick up and drop off zone, redevelopment of the short stay car park and improved pedestrian walkways.

• Posted 14/07/2010