Latest news and insights from Australia’s airports

First tenant for Hobart freight facility

Hobart Airport has welcomed Link Logistics as its first tenant at the airport’s freight handling facility and commercial precinct. The facilities are set to unlock new export opportunities for the state, offering local producers direct access to international markets. Link Logistics will build a state-of-the-art cold store to take advantage of the state’s export potential as part of the deal. READ MORE

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Runway run bigger and better in 2018

Sydney Airport has launched its 2018 Sydney Airport Family Fun Runway Run, with tickets now available. The annual event marks the official start of the Sydney Airport Community Christmas Giving Appeal – a six week fundraising and awareness campaign uniting the airport and the community in support of a great cause. The appeal has raised $1.4 million over six years, with this year’s proceeds to support Cure Cancer Australia. READ MORE

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DFO opens for business at Perth Airport

A new premium outlet destination has been officially opened as part of a $150 million joint venture between Vicinity Centres and Perth Airport. The new centre is located in the Perth Airport precinct and spans 33,000 square metres, housing 113 international and Australian brands, a casual dining precinct and children’s playground. The facility represents a step forward for the Airport West Retail Precinct and cements Perth Airport’s position as a major employment ...

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Global airline slot conference headed to Brisbane

Brisbane will host the 2019 International Air Transport Association (IATA) Slot Conference, bringing together aviation decision makers in the city as they plan their 2020 airline schedules. The highly sought after conference was secured by a consortium including Brisbane Airport Corporation, Brisbane Marketing, Tourism Australia, Tourism and Events Queensland and Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. The announcement follows Brisbane’s successful hosting of the Routes Asia conference in 2018. READ MORE

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