Client

Flughafen Zürich AG

Architect/General planner

Itten+Brechbühl AG

Planning

2008–2009

Start of construction

2008

Start of operation

2011

Floor area

11 000 m2

Construction volume

56 000 m3

Photos

Ralph Bensberg, Zurich

Zurück

Zurich, Switzerland

Sicherheitskontrollgebäude, Flughafen Zürich

Auftraggebende Flughafen Zürich AG
Planung / Ausführung 2008-2009
Leistung IB
  • Generalplanung
  • Architektur
Architektur Itten+Brechbühl AG
Generalplanung Itten+Brechbühl AG
Geschossfläche 11'000 m2
Bauvolumen 56'000 m3


There have been no systematic passport checks in Switzerland since March 29, 2009 due to the Schengen Agreement. Zurich Airport has adapted to the new situation by building its new, central security control building (SKG).

Simplified processes - enhanced comfort for passengers

This lynchpin building on four floors offers an efficient control system with 26 lines between check-in and the Airside Center. Lengthy delays and long distances are avoided.  The SKG handles up to 27,000 passengers every day on average. The two overflow floors allow capacity to be quickly increased during peak periods.

The building was constructed in three stages while in full operation, and now talks the language of Swissness with its functionality, clarity and transparency.