Schiphol says that it is prioritising quality at the airport in its investments over the coming years. Between 2024 and 2027, the airport is investing €3bn into “catching up” on maintenance and upgrades. Important parts of the airport infrastructure – including Pier C, the baggage basement, climate-control systems, walkways, aircraft stands and taxiways – are due to undergo major maintenance or need renewing. “After too much of a focus on costs and growth for many years, we must now play catch-up in order to offer employees, travellers and airlines the necessary quality,” said Ruud Sondag, CEO of Schiphol Airport. “Quantity