Perth Airport has appointed Australian firm Woods Bagot to lead a global consortium of architecture and design companies to shape the face of its new international and domestic terminals.
The New Terminal project – including terminal facilities, aprons and taxiways – will be one of the most complex construction projects undertaken in Perth.
Woods Bagot will draw on the global expertise and experience of more than 24 companies, collaborating with Nordic Office of Architecture, Architectus, WSP and other firms to carry out the design-phase for this once in a generation project.
The appointment is one of the largest and most important contracts to date as Perth Airport rolls out more than A$5billion of investment in new aviation infrastructure.
Perth Airport’s CEO Jason Waters, says: “It’s an ambitious project that will deliver new terminal and airfield facilities at Perth Airport with a footprint equivalent to almost 30 Optus Stadium playing fields.
“The floor space in the terminal alone will be three times the size of the floor space of the Perth Convention Centre. The new terminal facilities will reflect a modern, vibrant and dynamic Western Australia and will provide passengers a world-class experience.
“While acknowledging our past and reflecting our present, Perth’s New Terminal will be a bold statement of the confidence Western Australians have in the future of their State.
“We are focused on building a smart terminal that operates efficiently and safely and makes use of technology that improves the customer experience and operational efficiency.
“With the passenger journey at the top of mind we will create a seamless and intuitive terminal experience for all passengers whether they are starting their journey, transferring or returning home. Its sustainable design and proven best-in-class technology will also drive new levels of efficiency for our airline partners.”
He noted that the new terminal infrastructure will include an expansion to the international terminal and a new domestic terminal all of which will seamlessly connect with the current Terminal 1 allowing passengers to cross between existing and new facilities.
“The New Terminal will support the growth of international services for our airline partners at Airport Central. It will also allow Qantas to realise its Western Hub vision, positioning Perth as its second most significant operational base after Sydney,” adds Watson.
Woods Bagot CEO, Sarah Kay, said the project has brought together some of the best designers and architects, locally and globally, to deliver this iconic piece of infrastructure.
“The Perth Airport expansion is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a world-class first impression of Perth. We’re honoured to be a part of a design legacy which will connect Perth with the rest of the world,” she enthused.
“Perth’s New Terminal will reflect the essence of a modern, vibrant and dynamic Western Australia. Sustainable design methodology and best-in-class technology will be integrated into the design, which is centred on joy and simplicity.”
