Passenger Terminal Today
Elizabeth Baker
12 September 2024
Driven by the need to upgrade security screening equipment to meet Australian government standards by the end of 2025, Brisbane Airport is undertaking major works across its International Terminal.
The work at the International Terminal is part of the A$5bn (US$3bn) Future BNE transformation that will take place over the coming decade, including upgrades to the Domestic Terminal, construction of Terminal 3, and extensive commercial, retail and industrial projects across the precinct.
Sustainable design features have been embedded into the project. This includes recycling a volcanic rock called Brisbane tuff.
The airport will split the project into 20 phases to minimize impacts on passengers and airlines during construction, which should conclude in 2027.
Computed tomography (CT) security screening equipment will be introduced for passengers and baggage.
Self-service technology from Amadeus will be deployed at the upgraded International Terminal’s bag drop and check-in.
Staged construction is underway on a steel frame mezzanine in the International Terminal baggage area, which will house the airport’s new, energy-efficient conveyor system and Standard 3 technology baggage security screening equipment.
Brisbane Airport’s duty-free area will nearly double in size as part of the redevelopment, and 31 premier retail opportunities will be refreshed. As part of a renewed 10-year partnership with Lotte Duty Free, the expansion will reportedly focus on local brands and sustainability.
The transformation of the International Terminal will extend outside to the apron, where a network of charging infrastructure tailored specifically for ground support equipment (GSE) will be installed.
Beyond the renovation of the International Terminal, the airport continues planning for Terminal 3.
