Newcastle Airport’s expansion project gathering pace
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The terminal expansion project at Newcastle Airport in Australia is progressing rapidly with the crown of the building, a vaulted roof and structural steel installations the current work focus.
Airport CEO, Dr Peter Cock, said it was exciting to see the superstructure taking shape on this iconic building and was looking forward to seeing it come alive next year.
“I want to thank the Federal Government for critical funding support and HJO [Hunter Joint Organisation] for their unwavering alignment and advocacy of this important initiative for the greater Hunter Region,” he enthused.
“Our terminal expansion project will transform the region’s aviation landscape, connect Hunter passengers to the world and significantly open global trade and freight opportunities.”
On track for completion mid-2025, the terminal expansion is a critical step towards achieving Newcastle Airport’s aim to be the airport the region deserves.
With the terminal concrete structure almost complete, the immediate focus is on the structural steel installation and impressive vaulted roof.
Previously a significant amount of work has been completed on key structural and underground baggage tunnels and now we are moving towards lockup stage with doors, windows and glass facade by the end of the year.
Upcoming work will include wall and partition fit outs, Border Agency offices and the installation of a glass building façade allowing natural light to flow through the building and enabling impressive views of the runway.
Electrical works are also commencing in the electrical substation which powers the facility and will activate the 1236 new solar panels in the Premium Car Park, fulfilling over 30% of the airport’s future energy needs.
Recognising the national significance of the terminal expansion project, the Australian Government committed A$55 million for the new terminal.
It also provided an additional A$66m towards strengthening the runway to accommodate long range civilian aircraft.
