Glasgow and Southampton airports set for ‘transformational change’

“Transformational change” for Glasgow and Southampton airports is being promised as part of a £350 million investment by owner AGS Airports.

Professional services firm WSP and architectural practice Pascall + Watson have been appointed as design partners following a competitive procurement process.

The design phase will shape the future layout, flow and passenger experience at both airports, ensuring they meet the growing needs of customers, airline partners and their regions, according to AGS.

WSP will provide full architectural and engineering design services across all key elements at Southampton Airport, including structural, fire safety and ventilation.

WSP and Pascall + Watson Architects will jointly lead a terminal design transformation at Glasgow Airport.

AGS Airports chief executive Kam Jandu said: “These appointments represent an important milestone in the delivery of ‘AGS Reimagined’.

“WSP and Pascall + Watson bring world‑class capability and deep experience of designing modern airport environments, and their expertise will help us create facilities that are more intuitive, efficient and enjoyable for our passengers.

“With our £350 million investment now being put to work, we are moving at pace to deliver transformational change across our airports.

“This is a major step in shaping the next chapter of Glasgow and Southampton, ensuring they are future ready and reflective of the regions they serve focusing on great sense of place.”

Mark Wolfe, Aviation Sector Lead, WSP commented: “Drawing on our multidisciplinary design, building services and systems expertise - and collaborating closely with Pascall + Watson - we’ll create intuitive, resilient terminal environments that improve passenger flow and experience while supporting low‑carbon goals.”