BESIX Watpac set to deliver major airport expansion in South Australia

This next stage will be pivotal in delivering the capacity to accommodate Adelaide’s 2050 aviation network vision. It involves an expansion to the check-in hall and technology as well as a 10,000sqm expansion to the Northern Terminal and 5,500sqm expansion to the Southern terminal.

“At BESIX Watpac, we deliver resilient, future-ready airport infrastructure that responds to our partners’ evolving needs – from advancing safety and security standards to accommodating passenger growth and integrating emerging technologies,” said BESIX Watpac Chief Executive Officer, Mark Baker.

“With a portfolio that includes works at major Australian airports and more than 100 secure facility projects, we understand the complexities of operational environments and the critical importance of safety, service continuity, and seamless commissioning and handover.”

“We deliver certainty for our partners through our collaborative approach, specialist expertise, and productivity-enhancing approach to building that includes the strategic use of digital construction methods. This has led to repeat engagements across the sector and recognition through numerous industry awards.”

BESIX Watpac General Manager Al Crosby said, “BESIX Watpac’s long-standing relationship with Adelaide Airport and deep operational knowledge will be instrumental in delivering this next phase – we have a 15-year partnership built on trust, collaboration and quality.”

“Our specialist team in South Australia has consistently delivered great outcomes in partnership with Adelaide Airport, and their expertise will ensure another high-quality project is delivered together with the support of our local subcontractor network.”

Adelaide Airport Managing Director, Brenton Cox, said, “Our passenger numbers are at record levels, and we are planning for that airline connectivity to continue to grow – so we are also continuing to deliver the infrastructure required to accommodate that growth.

“Our expanded check-in space will incorporate the latest technology for check-in kiosks as well as more bag-drop facilities to create a more seamless process.”

BESIX Watpac has delivered works in landside, airside, sterile and Border Agency areas of the airport including the major expansion completed in 2021. The company is currently delivering upgrades to the passenger screening and baggage handling systems.