Australia, Adelaide

Adelaide Airport Terminal Expansion and Refurbishment

Expanding capacity without interrupting operations
At Adelaide Airport, BESIX Watpac has supported the development of airport infrastructure for more than fifteen years. The latest terminal expansion and refurbishment project significantly increased capacity while maintaining uninterrupted airport operations throughout construction.

Project overview

At Adelaide Airport, BESIX Watpac has supported the development of airport infrastructure for more than fifteen years. The latest terminal expansion and refurbishment project significantly increased capacity while maintaining uninterrupted airport operations throughout construction.

Scope of works

The project involved the extensive modernisation and expansion of key passenger and operational areas across both public and restricted zones of the airport. Works included upgrades to retail spaces, baggage reclaim facilities, international arrivals areas, border control facilities, lounges and technical installations. To minimise disruption to passengers and flight schedules, the project was delivered through a highly structured phased approach, supported by detailed segregation plans and continuous coordination with the airport operator and all stakeholders. This flexible methodology enabled construction activities to be adapted continuously within a live operating environment.

Key highlights

  • More than 21,000 m² of terminal expansion delivered

  • Nearly 15,000 m² of existing facilities refurbished

  • Construction completed within a fully operational airport

  • Simultaneous works undertaken in both public and restricted areas

  • Passenger flows and flight operations maintained throughout the project

  • Enhanced airport capacity and passenger experience

  • 964,000 hours worked over three and a half years

  • Zero lost-time injuries recorded during the project

Project details

Project nameAdelaide Airport Terminal Expansion and Refurbishment
LocationAdelaide, Australia
Building period2018 - 2021
SectorBuildings
Area of expertiseAirports
Stakeholder(s)BESIX Watpac
Contract typeDesign & Build
ClientAdelaide Airport Limited

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