Shaped Like An “X”, Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport Is Extremely Unique; Inside Details We Bet You Didn’t Know

The newly revamped design of the Zayed International Airport offers the most innovative, safe, and seamless airport experience.

by Anupriya Mishra
Shaped Like An “X”, Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport Is Extremely Unique; Inside Details We Bet You Didn’t Know

Zayed International Airport opened earlier this year and it became the breaking news on social media. With world-class amenities and lots more, the airport truly set standards high for travellers. Talking about its design inspiration and lots more, Elena Sorlini, CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports Company shared some exclusive details with the Curly Tales team. And of course, we’re here to tell you all about it!

CEO Elena Sorlini Talks About The Architecture Of The Airport

The newly revamped design of the Zayed International Airport offers the most innovative, safe, and seamless airport experience. Meeting the highest standards of quality and service, the X shape optimises operational efficiencies. Talking more about this, CEO Elena Sorlini says, “The airport highlights the richness of Emirati culture and Arabian heritage fostered by the vision of Sheikh Zayed, to whom the airport pays homage.” However, the beautiful design and the efficiency make one wonder about the inspiration for this airport in Abu Dhabi. Talking about this, she mentions, “We were inspired by the design of this iconic terminal, with each pier representing and pointing to either the emirate, desert, oasis or sea; landscapes synonymous with Abu Dhabi.”

Adding further, she says, “Emirati culture and hospitality come together onsite to offer a unique traveller experience, connecting past and present to bring Abu Dhabi to the world.” To achieve this marvellous feat, they partnered with Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates. They designed the X-shaped structure!

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How Does Zayed International Airport Reflects Abu Dhabi’s Culture?

It’s worth mentioning that the development of this new airport terminal took a reasonable amount of time, when compared to the standard time needed to build a new airport. Elaborating on this, she mentions, “The result is the exceptional facility you see today, which Abu Dhabi truly needed to meet the growth in demand and unlock the full potential of Abu Dhabi’s tourism and trade.”

Zayed International Airports offers guests an authentic, inclusive travel experience, that is inherently rooted in the Emirati heritage of hospitality. Yes, showcasing the heritage and culture of Abu Dhabi, this airport also provides the world’s most innovative and seamless airport experience through state-of-the-art technology.

So, the next time you get to travel via this airport, you are bound to have a world-class experience.

Cover Image Courtesy: Zayed International/Website

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