CHENNAI- The New Business Class Lounge is inaugurated by its Director, CV Deepak, at the Chennai Airport (MAA) on Friday (Aug 11, 2023). After August 15, passengers will have access to the lounge facility managed by Travel Food Services (TFS).
The airport caters to approximately 1,000 to 2,000 business class passengers daily. Subsequently, the Travel Club Lounge (TFS) at the new international departure terminal is twice as large as the previous one.
Chennai Airport New Lounge at T2
Varun Kapoor, the director of TFS, stated to TNIE,
“We are observing a gradual increase in passenger traffic at Chennai airport. Consequently, we are dedicated to improving facilities and dining choices. We are excited to present the ‘Travel Club Lounge,’ a high-quality lounge and restaurant.”
Varun Kapoor, the director of TFS
Equipped to accommodate approximately 450 individuals, the lounge provides a wide range of culinary choices, encompassing Indian, Western, and Chinese fare,” Kapoor said. “The Travel Club Lounge will be available 24/7. The opulent lounges for business class travelers will be accessible without any additional fees.
He further explained that other passenger categories have the choice of making payments using debit or credit cards,” he further explained.
The lounge features thoughtfully curated zones that reflect the diverse cultural tapestry of the city. These zones include a Connect lounge, the Dune dining section offering both local delicacies and international cuisine, a library space, an entertainment area, and a wellness center, reports TOI.
Regional Executive Director SG Panickar, General Managers KK Shobhy and SS Raju, and other officials were present at the occasion.
New T2 Terminal
In April 2023, the initial stage of the new integrated terminal building (NITB) T2 was officially opened at Chennai International Airport in Tamil Nadu, India.
Developed at an expense of Rs12.6bn ($154.4m) by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), this NITB constitutes a crucial component of the second phase of modernizing Chennai Airport.
Completing the first phase of NITB T2 has expanded the airport’s annual passenger capacity from 23 million to 30 million.
The ongoing Phase II of the NITB T2 initiative is anticipated to further enlarge the terminal area to 197,000m² (2.2 million ft²) and augment the airport’s annual passenger-handling capacity to 35 million.
The terminal is equipped with top-tier facilities, including 11 automated tray retrieval systems and six self-bag drop stations.
It incorporates a passenger flow monitoring system (PFMS) integrated with 3D sensors and e-Gates, which streamline the boarding process and enhance passenger convenience during travel.
The modern terminal boasts a dedicated baggage scanning system and an advanced baggage handling system (BHS) that reduces the likelihood of mishandled luggage.
Furthermore, it features a total of 100 new check-in counters, over 100 immigration counters, self-service check-in kiosks, six baggage reclaim conveyor belts, 17 elevators, 17 escalators, and six moving walkways, all contributing to a markedly improved passenger journey.
About Travel Food Services (TFS)
Travel Food Services (TFS) stands as India’s most extensive and rapidly advancing F&B operator in the travel retail sector.
At TFS, the combination of culinary creativity and operational excellence forms the cornerstone of its commitment to delivering extraordinary dining encounters for its patrons.
With a rich history spanning over five decades and a prominent presence in India’s major metropolitan areas, TFS has secured a notable leadership role.
Its comprehensive collection of approximately 70 franchised, self-owned, and customized local brands enable TFS to curate unforgettable dining moments for more than 370 thousand travelers on a daily basis.
TFS excels in operating premier lounges across the nation, establishing its footprint in key locations like Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Nagpur, and Visakhapatnam, while steadily expanding to other cities as well.
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