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Passengers travelling through Gatwick airport in the UK will now benefit from a newly refurbished terminal building.

The hub's south terminal has undergone something of a makeover and has opened three months ahead of schedule and on budget.

The reclaim hall was the main focus of the refurbishment, with airport officials saying that it is more spacious and lighter than it was previously.

Five new baggage belts have been added, in addition to the three that were previously there, and they are longer than they older ones.

In addition, passengers should find it easier to get around as new flight information display screens have been installed.

'This project provides for an enhanced customer service experience for arriving passengers in south terminal,' said John Green from the airport.

'The project cost around £40m and provides for larger baggage belts, which allows for better flexibility for the various aircraft sizes. This in turn gives us much greater capacity and more efficiency for delivery of baggage. We are extremely pleased that the project has been such a success.'

Work began on the project in 2004 and passengers have continued to pass through the area during construction.

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