{"id":48206,"date":"2025-11-11T15:21:07","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T15:21:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/48206\/"},"modified":"2025-11-11T15:21:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T15:21:07","slug":"long-beach-airport-to-undergo-37-million-passenger-concourse-modernization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/48206\/","title":{"rendered":"Long Beach Airport to Undergo $37 Million Passenger Concourse Modernization"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Long Beach Airport will receive $37 million in infrastructure upgrades to modernize the passenger concourse, spanning various projects that will enhance the post-security passenger experience just in time for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games. Authorization for the construction contract was recently approved by the Long Beach City Council with a vote of 7 to 0 during the Oct. 14, 2025, meeting.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur award-winning Airport is one of the best in the nation, offering travelers a uniquely Long Beach experience,\u201d said Mayor Rex Richardson. \u201cThis project will not only enhance LGB\u2019s indoor and outdoor passenger experience, it will create nearly 200 local construction jobs. As we plan to welcome the world for the 2028 Games, bold investments are being made to continue to ensure every visitor\u2019s first impression reflects the hospitality of our City.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Passenger Concourse Enhancement Project<\/a> is designed to further elevate Long Beach Airport\u2019s existing reputation as a relaxed, Southern California travel experience while addressing aging infrastructure first constructed in 2012. Planned enhancements include:<\/p>\n

Improvements to passenger circulation, including queuing and seating configurations;
\nMechanical, electrical and plumbing upgrades, including replacement of air-conditioning components and updated restrooms;
\nUpgraded seating with more electrical chargers;
\nCreation of an open-air garden area at the exterior of the north concourse;
\nMore wayfinding signage and flight information displays;
\nNew flooring, gate podiums and a Service Animal Relief Area; as well as
\nSustainability upgrades, including LED lighting conversions.<\/p>\n

Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2025, with work scheduled for completion in 2027. No impacts to commercial flights are expected, and gate access will be accommodated during construction.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis refresh is not just aesthetic \u2014 it\u2019s about expanding LGB\u2019s reputation as a premier airport that offers travelers an experience that is distinctly Long Beach,\u201d said Fifth District Councilwoman Megan Kerr. \u201cAfter more than a century of service, this project ensures LGB keeps soaring as one of Southern California\u2019s most welcoming gateways.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFor the 2028 Games and beyond, these concourse improvements highlight the City\u2019s commitment to keep investing in Long Beach Airport\u2019s future, ensuring it remains a modern, welcoming place for generations of travelers to come,\u201d said Fourth District Councilman Daryl Supernaw.<\/p>\n

The Passenger Concourse Enhancements Project has an estimated total cost of $37 million, with $24 million funded through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Infrastructure Grant<\/a> program under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, advocated for by U.S. Congressman Robert Garcia. The remaining cost will be covered by Airport revenue, with no local tax dollars utilized. Following a competitive recruitment process, PCL Construction Services, Inc.<\/a> was awarded the construction contract valued at $28 million.<\/p>\n

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\u201cAs the former Mayor of Long Beach, I know how valuable our airport is for our City\u2019s economy and residents,\u201d said Congressman Garcia. \u201cThis investment will modernize our Airport to make it more sustainable, safer and efficient for years to come. I\u2019m eager to see how these upgrades will improve the travel experience for folks, support businesses and create good jobs for our community.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re grateful to the FAA for this significant investment,\u201d said Airport Director Cynthia Guidry. \u201cThis project ensures our award-winning indoor\/outdoor concourse remains a premier travel destination and gateway to Southern California with enhanced passenger comfort, sustainability and operational efficiency.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Passenger Concourse Enhancement Project is estimated to generate 190 construction jobs. The work builds upon the impact of the Long Beach Airport Complex, which already generates an estimated $9 billion in annual economic output and supports 42,000 jobs<\/a> as a key asset for the City and region at large.<\/p>\n

Officially trademarked as america\u2019s coolest airport\u2122, LGB provides a distinctively stress-free travel experience and first-class service, conveniently located between Los Angeles and Orange counties. Ranked second in the nation<\/a> by The Washington Post, LGB is a favorite among travelers for its easygoing atmosphere. The Airport currently offers nonstop service to 21 destinations and one-stop connections to more than 400 cities worldwide via Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Hawaiian Airlines. Learn more at lgb.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About the City of Long Beach
Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.<\/p>\n

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