Perth Airport: Championing Sustainability in Aviation Infrastructure - ISCouncil

Perth Airport: Championing Sustainability in Aviation Infrastructure

Friday, 20 June 2025

Overview

Perth Airport’s Terminal 2 Apron Expansion and Aviation Support Precinct (ASP) project had a focus on delivering sustainable aviation infrastructure. This notable initiative marks a significant milestone as the first Australian airport project to earn an Infrastructure Sustainability (IS) Essentials Design Rating. This achievement highlights Perth Airport's commitment to sustainability and resource efficiency, and the standards of its property development business, Skyfields by Perth Airport.

Project at a Glance

  • Name: Perth Airport Aviation Support Precinct and Terminal 2 Apron Expansion
  • Owner: Perth Airport Pty Ltd
  • Delivery partners: GHD Pty Ltd, West Coast Civil
  • Scope: Expansion of Terminal 2 apron for increased aircraft parking, new gatehouse, associated roads, and Aviation Support Precinct
  • Timeline: Commenced May 2023, completion expected May 2025
  • IS Rating: IS Essentials Design Rating (IS v2.1): Bronze

Enhancing the Airport’s Capacity and Efficiency

Perth Airport is undergoing a major transformation, consolidating all commercial air services into a unified Central Airport Precinct, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving the passenger experience. The new Aviation Support Precinct delivered by Skyfields will house essential services like in-flight catering, aircraft and equipment maintenance, and freight facilities. The Terminal 2 apron expansion will also boost aircraft parking capacity to meet growing demand from regional and resource-based charter operations.

 

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