Munich Airport recently set another milestone in the further development of its infrastructure by announcing Terminal 1 Pier will open April 13.

The new T1 Pier will provide additional capacity for up to 6 million passengers per year, currently one of Bavaria’s largest infrastructure projects. The new pier will handle up to 12 short- and medium-haul aircraft or, alternatively, six wide-body aircraft at the same time. Three of the pier’s six levels are dedicated to passenger processes, including centralized security checks with state-of-the-art CT technology, waiting areas, commercial spaces for retail and dining, and specially designed relaxation and recreation zones — in an energy-efficient facility.

“With our new Terminal 1 Pier, we are making a targeted investment in the future viability of our airport. The pier not only strengthens our capacities, but also sets new standards in quality, efficiency, and passenger comfort- especially for non-Schengen traffic. The pier is a central element of our long-term infrastructure strategy,” said Jost Lammers, CEO, Munich Airport.

The pier will also feature two lounges, including the new Airport Lounge World, with spectacular views of the apron, and operated by Munich Airport. It extends two floors and offers a wide range of culinary options, a gallery level with a bar, a children’s play area, workspaces and resting areas. Emirates will operate the second lounge.

Since October, an extensive trial operation phase has been running alongside final construction and preparations. This trial operation phase took place under realistic conditions and involved more than 1,500 test passengers over the course of several months.

“The new Terminal 1 Pier at Munich Airport stands for a premium expansion of our five-star airport and for Bavaria as an attractive, future-oriented business region. Financed entirely from our own resources, the upcoming opening crowns the completion of a huge location project. With state-of-the-art technology and generous spaces, the new pier offers mobility, comfort, and sustainability at the highest level,” said Albert Füracker, Bavarian Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Munich Airport.

From April 21, passengers from around 40 airlines serving non-Schengen destinations from Terminal 1 will travel via the pier.