AUSTRALIA | The proposed Master Plan 2026 has been given the go-ahead at Brisbane Airport, supported by government funding.
Brisbane Airport’s long-term vision has been formally approved, with the Australian Government giving the green light to the Brisbane Airport Master Plan 2026.
The approval by Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King sets the course for how Brisbane Airport will evolve over the next two decades to support a growing South East Queensland, strengthen global connectivity, and drive economic growth across the state.
Brisbane Airport CEO Gert-Jan de Graaff welcomed the approval, which followed a public consultation period and detailed consideration by the Minister.
“The approval of the Brisbane Airport Master Plan 2026 by Minister Catherine King is an endorsement of our vision to serve the people of Brisbane, keeping them connected to each other and the world.
“This Master Plan sets our 20-year vision for Brisbane Airport, enabling us to strengthen connectivity, boost Queensland tourism and trade, and support job creation for decades to come.
“When a city grows, the airport must plan for that growth. This plan will ensure Brisbane Airport remains a world-class gateway, as we invest more than AUD 5 billion, just in the next five years.
“We continue to work with Airservices Australia, who design and manage Australia’s airspace, as we aim for a balanced approach that delivers essential aviation while minimising impacts on our community.
“We thank our partners, stakeholders and the community who played a role in shaping the future of Brisbane Airport during the consultation period.”
The Master Plan outlines how Brisbane Airport will evolve its land use to deliver everything from extra terminal capacity, more hotels, retail, entertainment and commercial spaces.
It also plans for better transport access to handle a significant increase in passenger numbers, with capacity to handle more than 50 million passengers in two decades as the population of Brisbane and Queensland continues to grow. At the same time, the number of workers at the airport will double from 25,000 jobs to 50,000.
The Master Plan also considers future technologies, including sustainable aviation fuels and emerging hydrogen and electric aircraft, as part of a shift to cleaner energy and more sustainable operations.
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