Name of the Project
Western Sydney Airport.

Location
Sydney, Australia.

Client
WSA Co.

Project Description
The project entails the construction of a full service airport capable of catering for domestic and international passengers, as well as freight services. The project is expected to be developed in stages as demand increases, with the airport initially expected to handle about five-million passengers a year reaching about ten-million by about 2031.

The airport will open with a 3.7 km runway and facilities to handle about ten-million passengers. The Stage 1 development also includes a full-length taxiway parallel to the runway, and a range of aviation support facilities, including passenger terminals, cargo and maintenance areas, car parks and navigational aids.

A second runway will be added when required.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Value
The Australian government has committed an estimated $5.3-billion in equity over ten years to develop the airport.

Duration
Construction is under way and the airport is on track to open in 2026.

Latest Developments
Construction started in September with initial earthworks.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.

Contact Details for Project Information
WSA Co, email wsu@infrastructure.gov.au.