Glass rises, vision takes shape: IAH Terminal B transformation update

New curtainwall installation and structural steel mark major progress on B North concourses.

Apr 15, 2025

Big things are happening at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) as the Terminal B Transformation Project continues to take flight.

This month, glass is being installed on the B North concourses, bringing visual momentum to the $2.55 billion redevelopment of Terminal B, one of the oldest terminals at IAH. The new curtainwall system—comprised of 1,316 units of glass panels—adds a sleek, modern exterior to the terminal’s future gate areas, where passengers will soon experience a new level of comfort and convenience.

B North alone uses more than 8,000 tons of structural steel, reinforcing the scale and permanence of this multi-year project. The B North concourses are expected to be fully finished and operational by fall 2026, delivering a refreshed gate experience with more space, upgraded amenities and new concessions for United Airlines passengers.

Travelers riding the Skyway can now spot the transformation from above—steel frames, new glass and visible progress on the new ticketing lobby and concourses tell the story of what’s to come.

Construction continues to temporarily shift the passenger experience. The Terminal B lobby remains closed, and check-in has been relocated to Terminal C. Clear signage and free shuttle options help guide travelers to the right place.

With each panel of glass installed, United Airlines and Houston Airports are one step closer to unveiling a modern, world-class Terminal B.

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