Sydney Airport has announced plans for its biggest terminal expansion since it hosted the 2000 Olympics, with a vision to build up to 14 new gates for airlines.
The terminal expansion will see the linking of the T2 and T3 domestic terminals to create a new precinct where regional, domestic and international services are brought under one roof.
The project will also deliver up to 12 new international gates as well as additional gates in the T1 International Terminal.
“The proposed major terminal expansion joining the T2 and T3 Terminals will be the most significant development at Sydney Airport since the Olympics, and will unlock greater capacity across all terminals, more efficient use of our runways, and ultimately get passengers from the ground and into the air more quickly,” Sydney Airport CEO Scott Charlton said.
This is part of the airport's Master Plan 2045 draft, which is now on public exhibition for people to provide feedback.
“These efforts are expected to contribute an estimated AU$70.6 billion annually to the economy by 2045,” Charlton said.
According to the plan, by 2045, the number of passengers at Sydney Airport is set to increase by 75% to 72 million per year.
International passenger numbers are expected to rise to 36.4 million annually, and domestic and regional passengers are set to grow to 36.2 million by 2045.
International passengers are also forecast to account for 50.4% of the airport's total passenger volume by 2045, from just under 40%.
The plan is also set to support more than 105,000 direct jobs.
The Master Plan 2045 also includes the airport's Environment Strategy.
“We are conscious that growth also brings responsibility,” Charlton said.
“We’re committed to managing aircraft noise, taking steps to reduce our emissions footprint, and working closely with residents, councils and government to make sure the benefits of growth are shared.”
