A lot more info in this article about YEG's new cargo development.
"The entire development, covering 2,000 acres with 60 million square feet of e-commerce logistics and fulfillment centers at full build-out, has a price tag of $2.7 billion to $3.9 billion, Keehn said. Preliminary consultations and surveying are underway and the airport authority plans to start exploring design concepts and timelines in the coming months. Once roadway access is in place, site development can begin, with a goal of leasing lots to developers in two years. When an initial section will open for occupancy is yet to be determined, as is a date for final build-out.
Construction began in recent weeks on a new highway interchange, a piece of supporting infrastructure funded by the government of Alberta, to improve access to the airport.
EIA is enhancing the existing cargo zone even before the new development plan gets underway. Construction crews this month began pouring concrete for six additional widebody freighter positions, which will allow the facility to accommodate 11 widebody cargo jets at one time.
In addition to the expanded cargo apron, the CA$36 million project ($28 million), half funded by the federal government, includes a new connection to the runway,
installation of a new hydrant fueling system dedicated for cargo aircraft and tripling of cold-storage space.
The completed hydrant system ties into two large Shell Aviation Fuel tanks, eliminating the constant procession of trucks from the fuel farm and making refueling faster, more efficient, cleaner and safer. "
more details in the attached article:
Edmonton International Airport is organizing itself as an air hub for e-commerce shipments.
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