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20 June 2025

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VolkerFitzpatrick breaks ground at Southampton airport

4 Apr 23 VolkerFitzpatrick has started construction work on a £17m runway extension at Southampton airport.

The 164-metre extension to the northern end of Southampton’s runway is expected to help the airport to attract new airlines and open up new services.

VolkerFitzpatrick is restricted to night-time working to avoid disruption to flight operations. Worked started on 3rd April and is scheduled to be completed on or around 17th August.

VolkerFitzpatrick managing director James Hindes said: “We are delighted to be given the opportunity to further strengthen our relationship with Southampton Airport. VolkerFitzpatrick provides a wide range of airport infrastructure works and our experienced project team is looking forward to expanding and future-proofing the runway at Southampton Airport."

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