Sharjah Airport Expansion

The proposed expansion and redevelopment of Sharjah International Airport is an exciting architectural opportunity. The project involves expansion of the transit area through the creation of three new gate lounges with new air bridges and increased access through the duty free area, transfer counters and cafeterias. The design also includes extension of the arrivals area (with an in-bound baggage system), arrivals concourse, customs areas, immigration pod, renovation and upgrade of driveways and substantial external landscaping. GHD was responsible for the total project solution, including: 

  • Design management
  • Client liaison to develop project brief
  • Concept design
  • Interior design of public spaces
  • Structural/ civil engineering design
  • Facade engineering
  • Full electro-mechanical design
  • Baggage handling systems design
  • Specialist lighting design
  • Flight information systems design
  • Internal and external landscape design
  • Preparation of construction documents
  • Tender process management and award of contract
  • Quality assurance and cost control
  • Client contract supervision and contract administration and general supervision with monthly review
  • Post contract defects liability inspections and management

Airports

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In addition to enhancing the way assets are managed, a new holistic approach to delivering integrated aviation services is needed to improve operational performance, commercial opportunities and returns to stakeholders. As the global industry evolves in response to economic, environmental and social drivers, it has never been more critical to deliver effective services and achieve maximum benefit on capital investment.

To address these challenges, GHD’s aviation solutions provides services underpinned by integrated transport strategies and aviation business knowledge. Our people combine technical skill with an intimate understanding of the aviation industry to address your challenges.

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Project Management

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GHD procedures and systems facilitate the coordination and control of all phases of project development – for small and large developments.

Our services span feasibility studies, concept planning and financial evaluation and design management. Our EPCM services include contracts administration, procurement, industrial relations, construction management and control of cost budgets, time schedules and quality assurance.

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Structures

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We have a strong reputation, a record of accomplishment in providing world-leading technical support and advice for all areas of structural design and assessment.

Demand for GHD’s services continues to grow as the company completes and advises on a number of significant structural projects for some of the world’s tallest buildings, inlcuding Al-Bidaa Tower, Dubai Tower and the Doha Convention Center and Tower in the United Arab Emirates.

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