Singapore PM Breaks Ground on Changi Airport Terminal 5 Expansion

Singapore has officially begun construction on Changi Airport Terminal 5 (T5), a massive new terminal designed to handle about 50 million passengers annually and significantly increase the airport's capacity. Scheduled to open in the mid-2030s, T5 will consolidate Singapore Airlines and Scoot operations under one roof, providing room for future growth and operational efficiencies. The terminal will be integrated with existing terminals and linked by an underground automated people mover system, while plans are underway to extend the Thomson-East Coast Line and Cross Island Line to enhance connectivity. T5’s design includes extensive automation, a distinctive 'roof leaves' architectural style, and one of Singapore’s largest rooftop solar systems, reflecting a focus on sustainability and innovation. The project, which had paused due to the pandemic, will double Changi Airport's capacity to 140 million passengers annually and is part of a broader Changi East development that includes industrial and urban districts. With air travel in the Asia-Pacific region expected to surge, T5 positions Singapore to capitalize on long-term aviation growth while also improving multimodal transport connections, including potential ferry links to neighboring destinations.