Major update to Dublin Airport 'long walk' after passenger comment
Dublin Airport has rolled out a new airport update that will make the airport experience more comfortable overall for passengers.Getting to your gate after security can often feel like quite a long walk. For some people, a rest may be required on the way to the gates.Thanks to passenger feedback, Dublin Airport has installed a new set of benches in Terminal 1. Posting to social media, they shared the passenger Instagram comment that inspired the change."We’re always listening to passengers regarding how we can make the airport better for them," Dublin Airport said via X. "And sometimes it’s a small and simple thing.""Like these new seats we’ve located on the walkway to the 100 gates in Terminal 1. Providing a welcome resting spot for those who need it."Alongside the photo of the new T1 benches, they shared a comment from a passenger that delivered the feedback that led to the change. It read: "What about on that long walk down to the Ryanair gates? Very few [benches] if any along there."In the comments section of the X post, they confirmed that more charging stations are also planned for the airport, as well as new retail outlets being opened later this year.The confirmed that the Terminal 1 lounge will reopen in March or April. Unfortunately, the price of pints at the airport is not likely to see a decline. One commenter asked "How about listening to this - €4 pints."Dublin Airport's X account replied: "It’s not 2001 anymore unfortunately."Last year, Dublin Airport invested in a number of upgrades to the passenger experience. These included new seating, upgraded hydration stations, better directional signage for exiting the airport via public transport, updating their facades and more.New flight information display screens that are easier to see have been installed. Dublin Airport says that the brighter screens make it "easier for passengers to see their flight info.”Smart bins have been introduced in both terminals to allow for better waste management. The hydration stations are being upgraded to hands-free models so you can grab water on the way to your gate without fuss.New outdoor seating and planters have been added so passengers waiting for public transport can sit down, while inside new seating in both terminals has been added with built-in charging stations for some last few percentages of battery before the flight.The Gallery is being overhauled with “new seating, tables, new flooring, planters and lots of charging points."Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
