Eduardo Gonzalez

Eduardo Gonzalez is a seasoned project leader with over two decades of international experience, specializing in aviation and airport development. His expertise in the aviation sector has been honed through his involvement in major international airport projects, most notably the Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 4 (T4), JFK Terminal 4 and Bahrain and Hong Kong International Airports. Singapore Changi received a Prix Versailles architectural award.

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Sustainable transformation: balancing innovation and operations

The ongoing transformation at JFKIAT's Terminal 4 aims to maintain its LEED Platinum status while upgrading technology and refreshing front-of-house spaces. The presentation will discuss the challenges of implementing eco-friendly materials, construction methods and site management strategies in one of the nation's busiest airports without disrupting operations or compromising customer satisfaction. The project's focus on sustainability aligns with JFK's broader US$19bn transformation and the Port Authority's goal of net zero emissions by 2050. It will examine how JFKIAT balances environmental responsibility, operational efficiency and passenger experience in this ambitious 15-20 year plan.

The audience will learn:

• Maintenance strategies in place
• Onset sustainability decisions
• Live airport materiality and implementation
• Means and methods to navigate through the construction process without impacting pax experience
• Successful reintroduction of areas