{"id":816542,"date":"2026-07-21T14:49:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T14:49:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/816542\/"},"modified":"2026-07-21T14:49:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T14:49:08","slug":"toronto-pearson-awards-1-5b-contracts-for-next-phase-of-airport-modernization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/816542\/","title":{"rendered":"Toronto Pearson awards $1.5B contracts for next phase of airport modernization"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Toronto Pearson has awarded contracts to NORR-DIALOG and PCL Construction to design and build the next phase of its airport modernization plan, launching a $1.5-billion Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 Revitalization Program.<\/p>\n<p>The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) announced that NORR-DIALOG, a joint venture between Ontario-based firms NORR and DIALOG, will lead planning, architecture, engineering and integrated design for the project.<\/p>\n<p>PCL Construction, a Canadian-headquartered company, has been appointed Construction Manager at Risk.<\/p>\n<p>The investment is the latest milestone under Pearson LIFT, the airport&#8217;s long-term strategy to renew and modernize Canada&#8217;s busiest airport.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Toronto Pearson, one of Canada&#8217;s most important national infrastructure assets, serves as a vital gateway connecting people, products, and businesses to the world,&#8221; said Toronto Pearson president and CEO Deborah Flint, in a statement.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This investment marks another significant milestone in Pearson LIFT and demonstrates our momentum in modernizing Pearson that will meet customer expectations.&#8221; We&#8217;re elevating the travel experience so Toronto Pearson can continue its part in fueling Canada&#8217;s economy by welcoming more passenger growth and offering better customer experience.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Modernizing aging infrastructure<\/p>\n<p>The Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 program is designed to modernize aging infrastructure while improving the passenger experience.<\/p>\n<p>Planned upgrades include expanded terminal spaces, refreshed lounges, additional in-terminal charging stations, improved baggage processing systems, modernized check-in areas and advanced security screening technology.<\/p>\n<p>The project will also include improvements to gates, passenger processing areas, and customs and immigration facilities aimed at helping travellers move more efficiently through the airport while strengthening overall operations.<\/p>\n<p>Construction will be completed in phases to allow Toronto Pearson to continue operating safely and efficiently while minimizing disruptions for passengers and airline partners.<\/p>\n<p>The terminal revitalization marks the second major project announced under Pearson LIFT.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In May, Toronto Pearson broke ground on the first phase of the program, a $3-billion investment focused on upgrading its airside infrastructure and baggage systems.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Together, the projects represent $4.5 billion in investments aimed at preparing the airport for future passenger growth while enhancing the travel experience.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss a single travel story: <a href=\"https:\/\/paxglobalmedia.com\/subscribe\/electronic-media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">subscribe to PAX\u00a0<\/a>today! 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