Bordeaux-merignac airport selects ALSTEF Group’s XSORT for new centralised baggage Handling system

Bordeaux Airport is undertaking a major transformation of its infrastructure as part of its vision for the sustainable airport of tomorrow. A new Central Building, located between Halls A and B, will enable the implementation of a fully centralised baggage handling system designed to pool resources, optimise operations, and sustainably support future traffic growth and evolving regulatory requirements.

In 2025, the airport welcomed 5.9 million passengers, serving 92 destinations across 30 countries with 26 airlines. The new centralised system will play a key role in supporting this growth while enhancing operational resilience, flexibility, and efficiency.

Alstef Group has been selected to deliver the core baggage handling solution. The project includes the installation of an XSORT cross-belt sorter, equipped with five injection points, 11 sorting chutes, and three departure carousels. The scope also includes the integration of a BagSort (SAC) system, the installation of a new arrivals carousel, and the upgrade of 19 check-in counters in Hall A and 26 in Hall B. In addition, Alstef Group will provide a maintenance contract of at least two years to support operational continuity following commissioning.

By integrating both standard and out-of-gauge baggage within a centralised architecture, the system will enhance efficiency, streamline passenger processing, and provide a scalable platform to meet future capacity demands.

This project further strengthens Alstef Group’s position as a trusted partner in delivering highperformance, scalable baggage handling solutions for airports worldwide.