Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)’s $305-million Concourse G expansion project has begun its next phase. The project, which concluded its first phase in 2022 and added 50,000 square feet between gates G17 and G22, will now add 157,000 square feet between gates G8 and G13 for a new atrium; restrooms; concessions concepts; a new passenger sensory space; rotating art galleries; and an expanded Customs and Border Protection passenger processing space. The next phase of the expansion project is expected to be complete in 2028.
“The expansion will improve gate utilization and overall operations for our airlines to accommodate more passengers, larger aircraft, and more flights from our growing network of international destinations,” said Brian Ryks, CEO of the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), which owns and operates MSP. “Beyond an expanded footprint that supports more spacious gate seating, restrooms and concessions, the project mirrors other recent interior renovations in Terminal 1 that include terrazzo flooring, modern finishes, and improved amenities inside and outside the gate areas.”
“The MAC is pursuing LEED Gold certification for this project as we drive for more sustainable infrastructure,” added Bridget Rief, MAC vice president of planning and development. “From using responsibly sourced and low-emitting building materials to expanding water reclamation and adopting enhanced refrigeration management, the MAC is incorporating new designs, systems and best practices to strategically reduce our operational impact within these spaces.”
