Temporary transportation terminal storage and temporary shelters, whether for air, sea or rail, can be provided by our portable temporary fabric shelters. A portable transportation terminal can be utilized when additional space, temporary shelters or temporary emergency logistics are needed to combat long lines because of stricter security measures at boarding checkpoints or when industrial temporary shelter is needed.
Mahaffey Fabric Structures first installed a temporary shelter for use as a terminal for arriving athletes at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic games. The 100'x400' structure was fully equipped with an automatic sprinkler system, luggage carousels, baggage counters and security checkpoints. Arriving athletes received their credentials, had their photos taken and awaited transportation to their quarters. After the games, they repeated the process, enjoying both security and protection from the elements.

In Mobile, Alabama, Mahaffey installed a cruise ship terminal where none previously existed. Over a 2-month period, the portable structure served as the Mobile boarding terminal for Carnival Cruise Lines. The temporary terminal proved that Mobile, Alabama, was accepted by the public and an economically viable port of call. An interesting detail about this seaside port is that the fabric-covered structure was kept comfortable with the addition of two of Mahaffey's 20' diameter ceiling fans. These monstrous fans reduced the interior temperature 6 - 8°F.

Mahaffey is ready to quickly respond to any need for temporary terminal storage or temporary shelters using a portable structure. Whether it is located at an airport, a seaside port, or along existing rail lines, Mahaffey can help install an industrial temporary shelter or restore a terminal facility to service. Our crews are equipped to work where existing infrastructure has been damaged or doesn't exist (think about catastrophic weather or acts of terrorism).