Amsterdam Schiphol has set out an ambitious vision for the future, pledging €10 billion in investment by 2035 to deliver a quieter, more sustainable, and more resilient hub airport.
Investing in Comfort and Sustainability
Schiphol’s new strategy is built around two guiding principles: quality and balance. The airport aims to enhance the traveller experience, improve working conditions, and provide better service to airlines, while reducing noise and emissions.
Major Infrastructure Projects
- New Terminal South: A light‑filled, spacious terminal designed to preserve Schiphol’s one‑roof concept while offering peace and comfort.
- Pier Developments: Pier A will open in 2027, followed by renovations of Piers B, C, D and H/M, creating space for larger, quieter aircraft.
- Lounges and Retail: Traveller areas, catering facilities, and shops will be modernised, with Lounge 1 already showcasing the new design ethos.
- Accessibility: Plans include improved road networks and a new metro line linking Amsterdam, Schiphol, and Hoofddorp, ensuring seamless connections for travellers and employees.
Innovation and Working Conditions
Schiphol is investing in technologies to make airport work healthier and less strenuous. Innovations include baggage robots, underground transfer systems, and measures to reduce exposure to ultrafine particles.
Sustainability Targets
By 2030, Schiphol aims to cut ground‑based emissions by 90% compared to 2019. Initiatives include:
- Expanding electrification of vehicles and equipment.
- Providing power and air‑conditioning at all gates so aircraft can switch off engines while parked.
- Deploying four electric TaxiBots to tow aircraft without engine use.
- Constructing new facilities in line with the latest sustainability standards.
Strategic Outlook
The Schiphol Centre Master Plan outlines what the airport will look like by 2050, while the 2025–2035 strategic plan focuses on six pillars:
- Returning to the top three European hub airports.
- Balancing growth with environmental and social responsibility.
- Improving working conditions.
- Developing regional airports.
- Strengthening international cooperation.
- Ensuring financial resilience.
Why It Matters for Business Travellers
For business audiences, Schiphol’s plan signals a commitment to efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. The combination of new infrastructure, improved accessibility, and quieter operations positions Schiphol as a hub designed not just for scale, but for quality travel experiences that support productivity and wellbeing.