Fokker is building a new widebody hangar as a part of a major expansion plan. The new hangar will accommodate aircraft such as Airbus A330, Airbus A350, and Boeing 777, and will be equipped with floor heating and cooling systems all powered by electricity.
Roland van Dijk, Co-CEO of Fokker Services Group, said: “This new hangar is the latest development in our company-wide growth plan. With this investment, we are making a long-term commitment to our colleagues, customers, suppliers, and the local community. As the markets for wide-body maintenance and VIP completions continue to grow, this modern hangar extension allows us to support new and existing customers for the years to come.”
As per Fokker, the new hangar is sustainable and cost-effective with a patented lightweight system, which is fast to assemble and disassemble, and easy to relocate. The aluminium construction reduces CO2 emissions by up to 21% compared to conventional steel structures.
The construction work is expected to be completed in about 3-4 months.