Scheduled for completion early next year, the project will focus on modernising the departure lounge with new flooring and seating, complete with accessible charging points.

Seats will be located across different "mood zones", allowing passengers to spend the time before their flight either shopping, working or relaxing. The lounge will also have a new orientation zone, as well as improved sight lines to help passengers get around more easily. 

“The redevelopment of our North Terminal is aligned with our refreshed brand and vision,” said retail director Rachel Bulford. “It’s important that we create a unique sense of place for our passengers, not only through our retail and restaurant provision, but also the look and feel of the departure lounge.”   

The redevelopment work, which got under way in March, is the first major overhaul of the North Terminal since it was opened in 1988. It is part of a multi-million-pound development programme launched in April, which also includes investment in the Gatwick’s railway station.