Dublin Airport could get third terminal as proposals put forward

Proposals for a third terminal at Dublin Airport have been been submitted today to Fingal County Council.

Des and Ulick McEvaddy, of the DA Terminal 3 Ltd company submitted their Concept Plan to develop a third terminal at the Western Campus at the airport which will optimise an existing runway and terminal capacity, a logistics park, a hotel, office space, car parks and a cargo terminal.

The McEvaddy brothers have said the new development will be located between the two existing runways and the new project will be a significant step beyond short-term thinking surrounding passenger numbers, aiming to present a long-term sustainable solution for all aviation needs.

A spokesperson for the company has said,

"There is a lot of discussion around increasing the passenger cap to 40 million passengers, but this is short-sighted and lacks vision for future needs.

"The fact is that Dublin airport needs a strategy based on the reality of what is to come. We are looking at a masterplan that not only meets the needs of the travelling public, but with the development of the Western Campus, a significant economic hub for Fingal and Dublin.

"The spend anticipated by the daa for its proposed developments and increasing the capacity by a mere 20% is €2.2 billion. For approximately the same spend on a new terminal building, we will double the capacity.

"Dublin Airport is a vital gateway for Ireland's connectivity, and as air travel continues to grow, it is essential that we have the infrastructure in place to meet the demands for the future. 

"Terminal 3 is not just a building", the spokesperson added, "It will be a strategic investment in Ireland's connectivity and in the efficiency of our airport.

"With our plan, Dublin Airport can become a global aviation hub and a major centre for commercial activity."