This January 2018 Port of Seattle Commission briefing provides a quarterly update on the NorthSTAR Program, a joint Port of Seattle and Alaska Airlines effort to renovate and expand the North Satellite terminal at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The project involves growing the facility from 12 to 20 contact gates, modernizing existing infrastructure, and upgrading baggage handling systems, with construction on schedule and approximately $98.3 million spent of a $658.3 million budget. Key completed milestones include FAA-approved crane operations, structural steel erection, and installation of rainwater harvest tanks, while ongoing work includes chilled water piping replacement and escalator upgrades.Open full document
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A Commission briefing memorandum detailing Q4 2017 progress on the NorthSTAR Program and North Satellite (NSAT) Renovation and Expansion project at Sea-Tac Airport, a collaborative effort between the Port of Seattle and Alaska Airlines. The document covers project accomplishments, construction progress, budget and schedule metrics, construction contract details, and identified risks. The project involves expanding the North Satellite from 12 to 20 contact gates and modernizing existing facilities.