Dubai Airports has successfully concluded the operational testing of Dubai International’s Terminal 3, paving the way for the phased transition of operations to the new terminal, from October 14.

The phased opening of the terminal, which is dedicated to Emirates, will be implemented in four phases to ensure that systems and processes are all in place and thoroughly tested.

Some 3,800 volunteers from the public were involved in the final simulation which was focused on testing both the arrival and departure processes as well as the facilities for passengers transferring between flights at the airport.

The three exercises also served as useful experiences for the many thousands of staff from the companies and government agencies who will work at the facility, enabling them to familiarise themselves with the operation of the new terminal in an environment which was close to an everyday operation at the airport. 

Terminal 3 and its airside facilities at Dubai International will not only boost the capacity of the airport to an annual figure of over 60 million passengers, but will provide a significant enhancement to the quality of customer service which will enable Emirates and Dubai Airports to attract a significant number of new travellers to Dubai over the next few years.-TradeArabia News Service