Airport Authority unveils new and expanded Ground Transportation hub at Terminal B

The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority

(ABAA) has officially launched a new and expanded car rental and tour operator hub,

with the goal to improve the visitor arrival experience and offer taxi and tour operators a centralised location to better serve travelers from the VC Bird International

Airport.

The old terminal—now called Terminal B—has been undergoing renovations to

transform the area into a modern, organised hub improving ground transportation

experience for all arriving passengers to Antigua and Barbuda.

Representing the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Permanent Secretary Sean

Cenac delivered remarks on behalf of the Minister, the Hon. Charles Fernandez, at an opening ceremony of the new facilities on Thursday.

Cenac noted that the event was more than

the physical refurbishment of the old terminal, it represented the government’s

commitment to strengthen the visitor experience from the very moment our guests arrive on our shores.

“As tourism continues to be a primary driver of our national economy, supporting

employment, entrepreneurship, and foreign exchange earnings, investments such as this are critical,” Cenac said, adding that this opening will “reinforce our ability to provide

seamless service, encourage longer stays, and inspire repeat visits.”

Cenac emphasized that having an efficient and modern infrastructure are essential to

maintaining Antigua and Barbuda’s reputation as a premier destination.

ABAA Interim CEO Miguel Southwell explained that the new facility will house four car rental companies, Bigs Car Rental, TG Car Rental, RL Car Rental, and Chase Car

Rental, with a combined fleet of 315 vehicles.

Nine tour operators and Destination Management Companies (DMCs) are also

accommodated in the space, consolidating ground transportation services that were

previously scattered and congested throughout the terminal.

The refurbished building will also feature a live flight information display system,

allowing persons to monitor flight statuses in real time. The Public Address system,

already operational in the current terminal, will extend its announcements into the

refurbished facility.

A representativefrom TG car rental who spoke on behalf of the car rental operators, Shakkia Carlos, described the occasion as a symbol of “continued growth, collaboration, and a commitment to

excellence.”

The project was delivered through the combined efforts of the ABAA Board of Directors, chaired by Rolston Potter, Business Development Manager Geneva George, who served as co-project manager,

Director of Operations Joseph Samuel,and Maintenance Manager Orlan Hurst, who spearheaded the constructionteam.

Also providing crucial support were the Airport Authority’s IT department and the members of its Accounts department

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