The **Government of[Antigua & Barbuda](https://antiguanewsroom.com/antigua-and-barbuda-named-among-top-5-of-the-worlds-most-attractive-investment-migration-programs-in-2025/?swcfpc=1)** has announced a **$15 million expansion project** for the **[Barbuda](https://antiguanewsroom.com/antigua-and-barbuda-tourism-authority-expands-regional-reach-with-puerto-rico-roadshow/?swcfpc=1) Airport**, which will include a **2,000-foot runway extension** and the development of a **modern terminal**.
Speaking on **Pointe FM** , Prime Minister Gaston Browne confirmed that discussions have already begun with the contractor responsible for the airport’s construction. **“We intend to pursue the expansion of the Barbuda Airport concurrently. We have already started discussions with the firm and have asked them to provide a proposal to extend the runway by about 2,000 feet,”** Browne said.
He added that the government is also **finalizing designs for a new terminal** , which will support **increased air traffic and enhance passenger facilities**. **“We are developing plans for a modern terminal to accommodate growing demand and improve the overall airport experience in Barbuda,”** he stated.
The expansion is expected to **boost Barbuda’s tourism sector** , making the island more accessible for regional and international visitors. The **project will begin later this year** , with completion anticipated within **the next two years**.
The **Barbuda Airport** was officially opened in **2023** , replacing the previous airstrip destroyed by Hurricane Irma in 2017. The upcoming expansion is part of the **government’s broader infrastructure push** , ensuring that Barbuda has **world-class aviation facilities** to support its economic growth.
For more updates on **Antigua & Barbuda’s infrastructure projects**, visit **[Antigua Newsroom](https://antiguanewsroom.com/)**.