International flight passengers can now charge their mobile phones or other electronic devices easily and free of charge at the more than 500 power-points in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Taoyuan International Airport Corp said on Tuesday.
Airport senior vice president Weng Yung-sung (溫永松) said that the company aims to provide facilities that would qualify the airport as a “smart” airport, adding that passengers have often said they wanted more facilities to recharge devices.
The recharge stations are available in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 in passenger arrival and departure lounges, duty-free stores, restaurants and at boarding gates, the company said.
Power-point access has also been made easier with some power-points installed at a height of 1.1m with both regular sockets and USB ports.
People can also use desks where the power-points are installed, the company said.
People using recharge stations in duty-free stores can ask store assistants for a token to lock devices to the station while charging if they are concerned about theft, Weng said.
The airport has been recognized by the Airports Council International for its efforts to upgrade its services, improving its international ranking.
Aside from recharge stations and Wi-Fi, Weng said that the council evaluates the airport’s waiting areas, boarding gates, friendliness of airport service personnel, VIP lounges, shopping facilities and other services.
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