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BRISBANE
AIRPORT
2014
MASTER PLAN
SUMMARY BOOKLET
Connecting People
Building OpportunitiesImportant Notice
This Summary Booklet has been prepared
by Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd CONNECTING PEOPLE
(ABN 54 076 870 650) (BAC) to satisfy
the requirements of the Airports Act BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES
1996 (Cwlth).
While all care has been taken in preparing
this booklet:
» It is based on certain forecasts and
assumptions, and BAC makes no claim CONNECTING PEOPLE BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES 1
as to the accuracy of any information,
BRISBANE AIRPORT 2014 MASTER PLAN SUMMARY 2
or the likelihood of any future matter
DOCUMENT
» It should not be relied upon in any way
What is a Master Plan? 2
by any person for making business or
other decisions About the 2014 Master Plan 2
» It does not commit BAC to any Inputs to the Master Plan 3
particular development
How You Can Be Involved 3
» BAC accepts no liability whatsoever
to any person who in any way relies How to Make a Submission 3
on any information in this booklet
PLANNING CONTEXT 4
(including making any decision about
development or any other activity on About Brisbane Airport Corporation 4
or off Brisbane Airport).
About Brisbane Airport 6
Legislative Environment 6
GROWTH FORECASTS AND DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES 8
Aviation Growth Forecasts 8
Copyright
Development Objectives 9
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Economic 10
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electronic, mechanical, photocopying, Environment 20
recording or otherwise
Social 22
» Produce, store in a retrieval system or
transmit any part of this document, IMPLEMENTATION 24
without the prior written consent
Short-term Development (2014-2019) 24
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for the sole purpose of reviewing its
Long-term Development (2024-2034) 25
contents in electronic or paper form.
Any enquiries regarding copyright should GROUND TRANSPORT PLAN 26
be addressed to BAC. Objectives of the GTP 26
Transport Vision 26
Engagement 27
State and Local Government Planning 27
Transport Strategy and Initiatives 27
Transport and Land Use Five-Year Integration Strategy 28
AIRPORT ENVIRONMENT STRATEGY 30
Environmental Management System 30
Actions 2014-2019 30MASTER PLAN 2014 – PROPOSED AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY 2034
CONNECTING PEOPLE
BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES
THE BRISBANE AIRPORT The Brisbane Airport 2014 Master BAC is committed to connecting with
2014 MASTER PLAN Plan reflects BAC’s commitment to all people who have an interest in the
SUMMARY BOOKLET sustainability across all aspects of the future of Brisbane Airport and building
airport’s operation. Every action and opportunities that bring economic,
The Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan
initiative is based on, and measured by, social and environmental benefits that
is designed to outline Brisbane Airport
a set of specific development objectives reach far beyond the airport boundary.
Corporation’s (BAC) clear vision for the
designed to achieve balance across
future development of the airport – I hope that you find this booklet
environmental, operational, social and
responding to forecast demand, informative and helpful in understanding
economic outcomes.
contributing to nation building and the future direction for the airport
mirroring aspirations for the city and the The 2014 Master Plan builds on its and invite you to join us in shaping
state between 2014 and 2034. predecessors – continuing to expand the future of one of Australia’s most
on previous blueprints for the airport’s dynamic airports.
It encompasses information about the
growth. However, the 2014 edition
more than $1 billion investment BAC
has been further enhanced through
has made in the airport over the past
the inclusion of the Ground Transport
10 years and the $2.5 billion that will be
Strategy and the Airport Environment
invested in aviation and non-aviation
Strategy, both of which provide
infrastructure and services over the
detailed five-year action plans for the
next decade.
management of on-airport transport
BAC has prepared four Master Plans and the environment. Julieanne Alroe
since taking ownership of the airport in Managing Director and
This Summary Booklet captures the
1997. It is produced every five years as Chief Executive Officer
primary points and actions contained
part of a statutory requirement, while
within the larger Master Plan. As an Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd
also acting as an important conduit
overview document it provides headline
of information about the evolution of
information about all aspects of the
the airport to government, industry,
airport’s development over the next
business and the local area and
20 years, any of which you may choose
broader community.
to explore further by reviewing the
Master Plan itself, which is available
at www.bne.com.au.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 1BRISBANE AIRPORT 2014
MASTER PLAN SUMMARY DOCUMENT
Brisbane Airport serves as the WHAT IS A MASTER PLAN? ABOUT THE 2014 MASTER PLAN
premier gateway to Queensland. An airport Master Plan is a statutory The BAC 2014 Master Plan sets out
It is the third largest airport in document required every five years the proposed development of Brisbane
Australia by passenger numbers that provides a blueprint for airport Airport to 2034 and provides details on
and the second busiest in terms development for a 20-year period. works to happen between 2014 and 2019.
of aircraft movements. It makes It outlines the land use planning and
When planning for the future, BAC
a significant contribution to local, development intent for an airport site
considers forecasts for growth
state and national economies. and is a requirement of the Airports Act
in passenger numbers, aircraft
1996 (Cwlth) (Airports Act).
Brisbane Airport Corporation movements, on-airport traffic and
(BAC), as the owner and Airport Master Plans are designed freight, and innovation.
to provide a clear direction for the
operator, is responsible for It also considers predicted noise
growth and development of Australia’s
ensuring future development exposure levels and as part of the
major aviation gateways. They help to
supports forecast growth. This process, BAC produces the Australian
ensure that vital aviation infrastructure
is the principal purpose of the Noise Exposure Forecast (ANEF), an
is delivered when and where it is
Master Plan. important tool used for statutory land
needed, while maximising the significant
use planning purposes.
This Summary Booklet has been economic, social and environmental
benefits that well-planned airports While not required as part of the
produced to highlight the Master
can deliver. Master Plan, BAC has also developed
Plan’s key points and actions the companion Current and Future
to 2034. While the Master Plan is subject to
Flight Path and Noise Information
a public comment, assessment and
For greater detail see the Brisbane booklet, which is an important adjunct
approval process, it does not mean
Airport 2014 Master Plan available to the ANEF and geared to respond to
that all proposals and plans outlined
at www.bne.com.au the noise information requirements of
within it are approved. Individual
the community.
projects remain subject to separate
Commonwealth planning and statutory The 2014 Master Plan includes an
approval processes. Airport Environment Strategy (AES) and
a detailed Ground Transport Plan.
2 Brisbane Airport CorporationINPUTS TO THE MASTER PLAN 1
The Brisbane Airport 2014 Master
Plan has been the subject of
extensive consultation with all
levels of government, industry and
the community.
Consultation has included:
» Working groups (ground transport,
land use, noise and environment)
» Vision workshops
» Community focus groups
» Online survey
» Other regular BAC community
and industry forums, including
the Brisbane Airport Community
Aviation Consultation Group,
Brisbane Airport Area Round Table
and the Brisbane Airport Tenants
Environment Committee
2
» Briefings with elected representatives
and departmental offices
» Community information exchanges
» Airport Operators Committee
» Local festivals and events.
1 Night time operations at the
Air Traffic Control tower.
2 Aircraft departing from
Brisbane Airport.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 3PLANNING CONTEXT
Within the first section of the About Brisbane A VISION FOR
2014 Master Plan, Planning BRISBANE AIRPORT
Airport Corporation
Context, the purpose and uses of BAC’s vision for Brisbane Airport is to
the Master Plan are explained. be world class.
BAC acquired Brisbane Airport from the
It also provides an overview Australian Government under a 50-year Its values include building collaborative
to BAC and Brisbane Airport, lease in 1997. relationships, being proactive and
summarises relevant legislation, BAC is a private, non-listed Queensland
innovative, acting with integrity
policies and regulations, and and commitment, and providing
company with its shareholders being
outlines the importance of service excellence.
major Australian and international
the airport in a local, state and organisations and significant institutional To achieve its vision for the airport,
national context. investors. Approximately 80% of BAC is:
shareholders are individual Australians
Refer to Chapters 1 – 4 of the » Creating a prosperous airport
with their savings invested in
Master Plan. business community within a
superannuation and other funds.
sustainable environment
Since privatisation, BAC has invested
» Developing Brisbane Airport as a
around $1.3 billion in upgrading and
premier gateway airport and a major
building critical infrastructure. To meet
multimodal transport hub
future demand, BAC is funding over
$2.5 billion worth of infrastructure over » Promoting and evolving
the next 10 years. Brisbane Airport’s role as a major
economic engine
» Achieving growth and development
by balancing economic benefits and
environmental impacts.
4 Brisbane Airport CorporationFOUR PILLARS OF SUSTAINABILITY
BAC is committed to the responsible development of the airport that meets the needs of present and future generations.
The Four Pillars of Sustainability form the basis of BAC’s development objectives for the 2014 Master Plan:
ECONOMIC OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIAL
SUSTAINABILITY: SUSTAINABILITY: SUSTAINABILITY: SUSTAINABILITY
Brisbane Airport is Queensland’s The safe, secure and continuous Managing and protecting BAC is the custodian of
busiest hub airport and a operation of the airport is both environmental features Brisbane Airport and is
significant component of the a goal and a necessity for of Brisbane Airport is a committed to supporting
national transport network. Queensland’s busiest aviation cornerstone of BAC’s and engaging with the local
BAC is committed to continuing hub. For Brisbane Airport, operational and development community to build pride in
its track record of building business continuity is tied to philosophy. To this end, BAC’s the airport and encourage
infrastructure for the future and ensuring that the necessary sustainability goals are to a sense of co-ownership.
delivering strong financial results. capacity and critical assets are maximise energy, water and Brisbane Airport is a part of the
In doing so, Brisbane Airport available to operate and expand waste efficiencies, manage greater landscape of Brisbane,
will continue to support broader the airport and maintaining noise impacts, balance the built and in this, acts as a host, an
economic development and jobs regulatory compliance. BAC environment and biodiversity ambassador for Brisbane as a
growth for Brisbane, Queensland strives to maintain excellence in values and achieve best practice new world city and a showcase
and Australia. The pathways to service delivery in terminals and in urban and built design. for the best of Brisbane.
deliver strong financial growth across the airport.
BAC adopts include selective
and timely development,
diverse revenue streams and
efficient use of financial and
operational resources.
1
1 The red-bellied black snake is
protected at Brisbane Airport.
2 Main runway overlay works
completed in October 2013.
3 BAC fosters the arts through
community sponsorships.
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Masster Plan – Summary Booklet
Ma 5PLANNING CONTEXT
About Brisbane Airport Airport buffer » An ANEF (BAC includes an Ultimate
Capacity ANEF to 2060)
Surrounding communities benefit from
the largest buffer zone of any capital » Flight paths
Brisbane Airport is located on a
2,700 hectare site and is one of the city airport in Australia. » Plans, developed following
largest airports in land area in Australia. consultation with airlines and
Servicing larger aircraft government bodies, for managing
It was established on its current site
Brisbane Airport is capable of handling aircraft noise
in 1988.
larger aircraft now in operation, » Assessment of environmental
Today, approximately 21,000 people including the Airbus A380. issues that might be reasonably
are employed, and more than expected to be associated with the
430 businesses operate from DEVELOPMENT SINCE 2009 implementation of the plan
Brisbane Airport.
Since the approval of the 2009 Master » Plans for dealing with environmental
It comprises a 3,600 m main runway Plan, BAC and airport stakeholders have issues (including solutions or plans to
and a 1,760 m cross runway, supported undertaken over 40 major projects and prevent environmental issues)
by aviation-related infrastructure and numerous smaller projects.
services, as well as retail, warehousing
and commercial development. Work
on a 3,300 m New Parallel Runway Legislative Environment 1 Security screening at Brisbane Airport.
(NPR) commenced in August 2012. It is (Chapter 4 of the Master Plan)
2 View to Brisbane Airport’s Domestic T2.
scheduled to open around 2020.
3 View from the International T1.
STRENGTHS OF MASTER PLANNING
1
BRISBANE AIRPORT The 2014 Master Plan sets out the
Brisbane Airport enjoys a number of framework for the development of
geographic, operational and capacity Brisbane Airport to ensure it is able
strengths that play an integral role in its to meet future demand and create
regional, state and national economic business and industry development
contribution, including: opportunities to 2034 and beyond.
Absence of night curfew Under the Airports Act, BAC is required
to review its Master Plan every five years.
The airport’s ability to operate
Planning and development of the airport
24/7 allows Brisbane to link to
is regulated by the Australian Government
international networks via hubs including 2
Department of Infrastructure and
Dubai, Singapore and Bangkok.
Regional Development. BAC also works
Geography closely with state and local government
agencies to ensure development
Brisbane’s proximity to major Asian
is compatible with local and state
ports provides a strategic advantage
planning strategies.
over Sydney and Melbourne airports.
Capacity to expand THE MASTER PLAN PROCESS
Australia’s largest capital city airport The Airports Act imposes a detailed
in area with 2,700 hectares, Brisbane planning framework on BAC, requiring
Airport has 1,000 hectares available the preparation and Ministerial approval 3
for expansion. of a Master Plan and an Airport
Environment Strategy.
Proximity to CBD
It requires a Master Plan to specify:
Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane’s
north-east. It is only 8 km away from » Development objectives
the city and is accessible via road, rail » Assessment of airport users’
and public transport connections. future needs
» Intentions for land use and
related development
6 Brisbane Airport Corporation1
EARLY HISTORY OF THE AIRPORT
Captain Jack Treacy lands
1922 ‘The Queen of Sheba’ at the
Brisbane Airport site.
Qantas commenced scheduled
1926 flights from Brisbane Airport.
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith
touches down aboard the
1928 ‘Southern Cross’.
Bert ‘Hustling’ Hinkler completes
the first solo flight from England.
Australian National Airways 2
1930 (later part of Ansett) schedules
services to Sydney.
» A Ground Transport Plan (2014-2019) » Coastal environment
» Commercial development plan » Air, noise and other emissions
(2014- 2019) » Hazardous materials and
» An environment strategy developments
1 Sir Charles Kingsford Smith’s “Southern
» Natural hazards Cross” is a major tourist attraction at
» Any other matters that may be
Brisbane Airport.
specified in the regulations. » Strategic airports and aviation facilities.
2 Brisbane welcomes the arrival of Sir
The 2014 Master Plan – Proposed The South East Queensland Regional Charles Kingsford Smith in 1928.
Airport Development Strategy to 2034 Plan identifies Brisbane Airport as
is shown on the inside front cover of having a vital role in meeting the
this booklet. growth challenges of the region. BAC’s
development objectives and land use
STATE AND LOCAL planning outcomes for the airport are
GOVERNMENT PLANNING consistent with the planning outcomes
sought by that Plan.
The Airports Act requires the Master
Plan to address the extent of Brisbane airport is designated a ‘Special
consistency with planning schemes in Purpose’ zone under Brisbane City
force under Queensland law. Council’s City Plan. Where possible
BAC aligns its development with City
The Queensland State Planning Policy Plan Principles.
(SPP), adopted in 2013, has five
overall themes and 18 separate state The Master Plan has been informed
interests. The following state interests by the National Airports Safeguarding
from the SPP have direct relevance to Framework, which aims to achieve
Brisbane Airport: airport planning best practice.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 7GROWTH FORECASTS AND
DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
The second section of the Aviation Growth FUTURE GROWTH FORECASTS
Master Plan, Growth Forecasts Forecasts Brisbane Airport modelling has forecast
and Development Objectives (Section 5.1 of the Master Plan) that by 2033/34 some 11.7 million
(Chapter 5), is a requirement of passengers will pass through the
the Airports Act. International Terminal (International
SUSTAINED GROWTH T1) and around 37 million passengers
It also allows BAC to detail
annually through the Domestic Terminal
information on passenger and Brisbane Airport has experienced
(Domestic T2) annually.
aviation forecasts, as well as the continued growth in both domestic and
development objectives that international air travel since the approval Figure 1 details the international and
underpin the Master Plan. of its 2009 Master Plan. domestic passenger growth forecasts.
In the financial year 2007/08, Brisbane By 2034, Brisbane Airport is forecast
Airport handled a total of 17.5 million to be handling around 360,000 annual
passengers and some 175,000 aircraft aircraft movements.
movements. In 2012/13 this increased
Longer-term forecasts included in
to 21.6 million passengers and 219,000
the 2014 Master Plan are similar to
annual aircraft movements – up 23%
those contained in the 2003 and 2009
and 25% respectively.
Master Plans.
While fuel prices, worldwide events and
economic concerns have resulted in
some short-term reduction in growth
rates, continued long-term growth
is likely – especially as Queensland
continues to build its reputation as a
major business and tourism destination.
8 Brisbane Airport CorporationFIGURE 1: DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL PASSENGER GROWTH FORECAST
International Domestic Total
50,000
45,000
Actual data Forecast data
40,000
Passengers (’000s)
35,000
30,000
25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
5,000
0
08 9
/1
0 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 3 4 5 6 7 28 9 0 31 32 3 4
7/ /0 0/ 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5/ 6/ 7/ 8/ 9/ 0/ 1/ /2 /2 /2 /2 /2 7/ /2 /3 0/ 1/ /3 /3
0 08 0 09 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 22 23 24 25 26 02 28 29 03 03 32 33
20 20 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 20 20 20 20 20 2 20 20 2 2 20 20
Development Objectives
(Section 5.2 of the Master Plan)
Development objectives for the master planning process are set around BAC’s four pillars of sustainability – Economic, Operations,
Environment and Social:
Economic Environment
1. Drive and enable State and National economic wealth and 1. Achieve a balance between the on-airport built
employment growth environment and biodiversity values
2. Provide aviation infrastructure to accommodate and 2. Achieve environmentally sustainable development across
encourage growth the airport
3. Commitment to best practice corporate governance and 3. To be recognised as a leader in the management of
prudent management of Brisbane Airport for the benefit energy, water, waste, noise and biodiversity.
of Australia.
Operations Social
1. Facilitate the safe and secure movement of people, freight 1. Contribute to achieving the vision of Brisbane as a new
and aircraft world city that encourages growth while protecting the
2. Ensure the timely delivery of new and improved city’s values and lifestyle
airport capacity 2. Harness development opportunities to underpin Brisbane
3. Deliver innovative, efficient and continuous airport Airport as a business and leisure hub to maximise airport
services where customer service is at the core of accessibility and connectivity
airport operations 3. To build respectful and valued relationships so all people
4. Develop relationships to optimise overall want to be part of, and have pride in Brisbane Airport.
operational performance.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 9PLANNING RESPONSE
In the section Planning Response » By 2034, it is estimated Brisbane State
(Chapters 6 – 9) of the Master Airport will directly contribute over
In terms of state significance, Brisbane
Plan, BAC reviews activities and $8.2 billion to the economy and
Airport is the busiest of Queensland’s
provide nearly 52,000 full-time
actions from 2009 to 2014, and 191 airports or airfields. The Queensland
equivalent jobs.
details future initiatives, programs Government considers Brisbane Airport
and projects. National an airport of strategic economic
importance with it linking resource
Brisbane Airport, operating 24 hours
hubs with workforces, leisure travellers
a day, seven days a week, is an
Economic with destinations, connecting supply
integral part of the national economic
(Chapter 6 of the Master Plan) chains with markets and providing
infrastructure and as such is a valuable
employment opportunities.
asset. It is the third busiest airport in
BRISBANE AIRPORT’S Australia by passenger numbers and Local
CONTRIBUTION TO the second busiest in terms of aircraft
Brisbane City Council has also identified
THE ECONOMY movements.
the airport as being in the top three
Brisbane Airport is vital to the Through BAC’s substantial ongoing locations for employment growth over
Queensland economy. Generating jobs, investment, Brisbane Airport has the next 20 years.
investment and tourism are just some become an important source of
Brisbane Airport is also the primary
of the contributions the airport makes employment for Australia, and plays a
gateway for airfreight cargo servicing
to the wellbeing and prosperity of catalytic role in tourism, business and
Queensland, northern Australian and
the region. industry growth with benefits spreading
northern New South Wales markets.
across the country.
» Between 2009 and 2014, BAC
has invested over $1 billion in In addition to its important social role PLANNING FOR 24-HOUR
infrastructure developments across in connecting people and communities OPERATIONS
the airport across Australia, the airport also plays
Maintaining Brisbane Airport’s 24-hour
a central role in the national logistics
» Investment at the airport has operation is vital to allow the airport to
network and has become a vital aircraft
led to 5,000 additional full-time maintain current operations as well as
maintenance hub.
equivalent jobs attract additional flights, services and
investment to Queensland.
10 Brisbane Airport CorporationThe airport’s 24-hour status allows Its land-use strategy responds to » Achieve an appropriate balance
Brisbane to act as a gateway for the market demand with a mix of business, between the built environment and
transport of fresh produce to overseas retail, industry and tourism activities biodiversity values
destinations, particularly Asia, as well as that will complement and support
» Maximise airport accessibility
domestic freight. the airport’s existing activities and
and connectivity.
anticipated aeronautical growth.
Around 216,000 international and
Significant land is also preserved for Airport Precincts
112,000 domestic passengers arrive
conservation purposes.
at night during the year. Brisbane Airport has outstanding
Delivery of the land-use strategy and unique attributes that favour its
Research has found a curfew would
for Brisbane Airport will occur in continued commercial growth. With
come at a significant cost to the airport
accordance with the development 2,700 hectares of land, it is one of
and the wider economy.
objectives of the Master Plan. Particular Australia’s largest airports in area and
priorities are to ensure that Brisbane benefits from the largest buffer zone of
Land Use And Precinct Airport will: any capital city airport in the country.
Development » Contribute to regional economic The 2014 Master Plan has consolidated
(Section 6.2 of the Master Plan) wealth and employment generation developable land into five sub-precincts,
which are intended to create and
» Ensure selective, profitable and
maintain clusters of businesses and
BAC is one of the largest commercial timely commercial development
operations to generate a sense of
landholders in Queensland and
» Ensure the timely delivery of new identity and community. Over the next
its approach to land-use planning
and improved airport capacity five years to 2019 BAC proposes to
over the next 20 years is of vital
deliver a flexible property development
economic significance. » Minimise adverse environmental
plan, which is summarised in Table 1
impacts
below and in Figure 2 on Page 13.
TABLE 1: PROPOSED FIVE-YEAR PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Estimated
Estimated Additional
Precinct Zoning1 Intended Uses1 GFA (m2) Employment
Airport South Mixed Use Office, animal keeping, warehouse 111,800 1,120
(Airport Industrial Park)
Airport South Mixed Use Office, warehouse, aircraft maintenance 30,960 300
(Da Vinci) facility, aviation education facility, car park
Airport South Mixed Use, Office, warehouse, telecommunications, 105,760 1,040
(Export Park) Industry food and beverage outlet, car park
Airport East Industry Office, aircraft maintenance facility, car park 7,300 100
Airport Central Major Centre Public administration building, office, shop, 63,750 2,000
(Skygate) car park, event entertainment facility,
wholesale supplies, food and beverage
outlet, public transport facility
Airport Central Mixed Use, Service station, shop, showroom 13,780 350
(Airport Drive West) Special Purpose
Airport
Airport Central Special Purpose Hotel and motel, office, public administration 29,300 700
(Domestic T2) Airport building
Airport Central Special Purpose Public administration building, office, 2,570 90
(International T1) Airport, Mixed aviation support facility, car park
Use
Airport West Mixed Use Car park, utility installation 300 35
(Central Parking Area)
Airport North Special Purpose Aviation activity, aviation support facility 5,080 100
Airport
Airport Central Mixed Use Nil Nil
(Moreton Drive West)
1 Zoning and intended uses will be in accordance with those activities listed in the land use chapter. Whilst every attempt has been made to confirm the intended uses of development,
market conditions will dictate if developments as listed in the table above meet the requirements of the development strategy.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 11PLANNING RESPONSE
AIRPORT PRECINCTS AIRPORT WEST AIRPORT SOUTH
(CENTRAL PARKING AREA)
In establishing the five major
Airport South will be a connected
development precincts (and their Covering a large area with a village-like precinct with quality
nine distinct sub-precincts), a predominantly natural character, amenity and excellent motorway
high level of emphasis is placed on Airport West provides a buffer to access. An emphasis on diverse
creating and maintaining clusters of Kedron Brook and links the airport built form outcomes and sustainable
businesses and land use synergies to Moreton Bay. This area provides development initiatives will help
that generate a strong sense of a significant future opportunity differentiate this area.
identity and community. The intent of for protecting and enhancing the
the five precincts is as follows: environment for Brisbane Airport This precinct provides for efficient
through BAC’s commitment to flexible land options connected with
biodiversity, sustainable management good transport access.
AIRPORT CENTRAL
and conservation.
AIRPORT EAST
Airport Central is a mass of activity, This precinct includes the CPA
energy and vitality including the and caters for a business park and The primary focus for this
International T1, Domestic T2, Airport combines a considerable area of precinct is aviation maintenance,
Drive West, Moreton Drive West parking with associated service manufacturing and associated aviation
and Skygate. The high-quality retail, buildings and small offices. Mixed support industries.
leisure and commercial environment of industry and business uses in the sub-
Skygate enlivens the precinct as the The Airport East precinct comprises
precinct include commercial offices, maintenance and manufacturing
gateway to the airport. car rental depots, staff parking, remote facilities with direct airside access for
Airport Central, in common with public parking, ground transport defence suppliers, major domestic
all the development precincts, has operations holding areas and future airlines and a range of other aviation
been designed according to the maintenance facilities for transport and industry operators.
planning principle of consolidation and logistic operations.
concentration of the development
footprint. It allows the achievement AIRPORT NORTH
of critical masses of activity on a
manageable range of development Airport North provides a future
fronts and works to maximise the value logistics hub for industrial and a viation
of expenditure on infrastructure. related developments and businesses
that require airside access.
The Airport North precinct includes
the General Aviation area, and is
strategically located adjoining the
taxiway systems to runways 01R/19L
and 14/32 and the NPR.
1 The Royal Flying Doctor Service
1 2 operates from Airport North.
2 Australian air Express is located in
the Airport South precinct.
12 Brisbane Airport CorporationFIGURE 2: LAND USE ZONES ON BRISBANE AIRPORT
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 13PLANNING RESPONSE
Operations View to the Domestic T2 airside precinct from the Air Traffic Control tower
(Chapter 7 of the Master Plan)
Convenient, efficient and user
friendly passenger terminal areas and
construction of the NPR are the major
focus for BAC as it seeks to ensure the
airport is able to accommodate forecast
growth to 2034 and beyond.
AVIATION CAPACITY
(Section 7.1 of the Master Plan)
Terminal Area Development Strategy
Overview
The strategy for the terminal area
development takes into account
changes in the aviation sector, including
the growth of low cost air travel and
alliances between full service airlines.
The strategy will adopt a strong
commercial focus to provide passengers International T1 Developments Check-in, some security processing,
and airport users with a high standard baggage handling and reclaim, airline
The following projects have occurred
of facilities and services. offices, valet, bus and rental car facilities
since the 2009 Master Plan:
are located on the ground floor. The
BAC’s future terminal area development » Apron expansions remaining security processing area,
strategy focuses on expanding existing » Taxiways departure lounges and majority of retail
buildings and the addition of shared
» Extensive aviation fuel installations outlets are located on Level 2.
facilities located between both the
International T1 and Domestic T2 » Staff car park expansion Additional departure lounges and retail
precincts. This could include integrated » Level 2 transit passenger facilities facilities are connected to the main
international/domestic operations at expansion terminal at satellite locations.
either location as well as a central » Transfer baggage expansion Domestic T2 Developments
transport interchange with direct links
» Level 2 retail The following projects have occurred
to both precincts.
» Self service check-in facilities. since the 2009 Master Plan:
Existing Situation
Domestic T2 » Two level common user satellite
International T1
Domestic T2 is a two-level facility » Food and beverage and other retail
The International T1 is operated as consisting of three distinct zones: upgrades and expansion
a common user facility under BAC
administration. It is a four level building » Virgin Australia operates from the » Northern apron expansion
consisting of: southern end of the Domestic T2
» Skybridge (an elevated walkway, over
» Level 1 – baggage handling, delivery » The central area operates as a airport roads, between the multi-level
dock, stores and airline offices common user terminal under BAC car parks and terminal
management, primarily used by
» Level 2 – arrivals processing and » Qantas self service check-in
Jetstar and Tiger Airways
airline offices » Qantas baggage system expansion
» Qantas operates from the northern
» Level 3 – departure lounges, part of the Domestic T2. » Common user terminal self service
airline lounges, airside retail and check-in and bag-drop facilities
departures processing
» Expansion of aviation fuel
» Level 4 – check-in and landside retail. infrastructure
14 Brisbane Airport Corporation» Virgin business lounge (under
construction) ULTIMATE CAPACITY
» Additional Virgin Australia aerobridges BAC considers that it is an appropriate planning practice to consider very
and gates (under construction) long-term or ultimate capacity scenarios for elements of major airport
» Southern apron expansion project infrastructure beyond the 2034 planning horizon of the 2014 Master Plan.
(under construction) The assessment of ultimate capacity scenarios is based on current
standards – aviation infrastructure, airspace management and current
» Common user terminal ground floor
aircraft fleet technologies.
upgrade (under construction)
The 2014 Master Plan presents the implications of considering the ultimate
» Short-term multi-level car park and
capacity for terminal areas, ground transport, runway system and aircraft
associated road network
noise metrics to ensure appropriate land use reservations and stakeholders
» Apron floodlighting upgrade. are fully informed.
General Aviation (GA) Future assessments of the ultimate operating capacity of Brisbane Airport
could change as a result the introduction of new and more efficient aircraft,
GA facilities are located in the changes to growth forecasts or changes to airspace management.
Airport North precinct and include
a small common user terminal and a
large apron. To ensure it can act with flexibility in » Expansion of existing multi-level
Capacity and Future Demand the future and respond to industry car parks.
trends, two options for the terminal
Planning has been undertaken to ensure Both the International T1 and Domestic
area development are included in the
a balance of capacity between the main T2 zones will be served by a ground
Master Plan.
elements of the airport system including transport interchange and an early bag
the runways, taxiways, aprons, terminals Figures 3 and 4 outline possible options storage facility.
and landside infrastructure. for how the terminal area could develop
Domestic T2 Area
to ultimate capacity.
The NPR will provide Brisbane Airport Development Strategy
with the capacity to sustain over International T1 Area
BAC’s preferred option for the Domestic
100 aircraft movements an hour during Development Strategy
T2 is for a complete common user
peak times. The terminal and apron
International T1 was designed and facility that maximises the use of
areas have been sized to accommodate
developed to accommodate future existing infrastructure to address peaks
the long-term aircraft demand matching
staged expansion for the terminal core, in demand. It could also potentially
the potential runway capacity.
concourses, apron and gates. The accommodate a mix of international and
International T1 and its associated northern concourse will be extended domestic services within this zone.
aircraft parking aprons can expand further north as demand requires, with
There are two potential options for
in both directions. The area between its ultimate configuration comprising
terminal development up to 2034:
International T1 and Domestic T2 has a wrap-around apron, which will allow
been reserved for long-term expansion aircraft to be parked on both sides of » Constrained development of
with potential landside and airfield the concourse. International T1 at the southern end
connections to either of the south and because of the high costs of taxiway
Further expansion of International T1
north terminals. works in this area. This would
can happen to the south or to the
mean expansion of Domestic T2 to
Domestic T2 can expand to the north northwest of the Domestic T2.
the north west to accommodate
and south with a long-term expansion
The main features of the development, future growth
area to the west of the existing
common to both options for
Domestic T2, facing the NPR. » Unconstrained development of
International T1 are:
International T1 at the southern end,
Terminal Area Strategy – Planning
» Expansion of the northern concourse therefore reducing the need to expand
Approach
to create a departure lounge with Domestic T2 to the north west.
In its planning BAC has considered secondary retail
potential development to 2034 and
» Similar satellite expansion to the
the ultimate capacity of the current
southern concourse
airport site.
» Northern expansion of the
terminal core
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 15FIGURE 3: TERMINAL AREA PRECINCT LAYOUT ULTIMATE DEVELOPMENT OPTION 1 FIGURE 4: TERMINAL AREA PRECINCT LAYOUT ULTIMATE DEVELOPMENT OPTION 2 16 Brisbane Airport Corporation
Both options propose a satellite Domestic T2 20 tonnes, which is expected to be
swing pier between the International completed in 2015. These works will
The following projects are envisaged
T1 and Domestic T2. This pier could allow for future expansion and both
for the Domestic T2 precinct over the
serve either terminal zone and be bus building and apron area reservations
period 2014-2019:
connected for the initial development are provided.
and connected by either bus or » Southern apron expansion
airside mass transit system (MTS) in AIRFIELD SYSTEM
» Northern apron expansion
subsequent development. (Section 7.2 of the Master Plan)
» Northern regional/intrastate lounge
The options also show potential To accommodate growth in passenger
locations for ground transport » Southern concourse regional lounge and aircraft movements over the next
interchange facilities. These could be and bussing facility 20 years, and to optimise benefits to the
close to terminal zones or centralised national and regional economies, BAC
» Skywalk terminal penetration
with long-term parking and the use of a needs to increase the capacity of the
people mover system. » Centralised security, bag drop and airfield system at Brisbane Airport.
check-in
The main features of Domestic T2 Increased runway capacity will enable:
development include: » Additional aerobridges
» Growth in direct airline routes and
» Expansion of the existing terminal to » Common user bussing lounge frequencies to interstate, intrastate
the north and international destinations
» Baggage system expansions
» Addition of aerobridges to the » Reduced delays
» Southern satellite infill
central satellite
» Reduced, unnecessary
» Building services upgrades including
» Landside expansion of the terminal to fuel consumption and
central energy plant
the west associated emissions.
» Northern low cost terminal.
» Covered walkway or concourse BAC will be providing increased runway
to the south to serve new General Aviation capacity through the construction of
aircraft stands BAC has prepared designs to upgrade the NPR, which will require a significant
existing charter facilities for all non- investment of over $1.3 billion by BAC
» Consideration of an interim, low-cost
regular public transport passenger and its shareholders.
terminal facility to the north
services involving aircraft up to
» Connection of Domestic T2 to an
MTS system providing passenger
access from transport interchanges Virgin Australia satellite at the Domestic T2
and remote parking areas. The MTS
would also serve staff parking and
connect terminals.
Short-Term Terminal Infrastructure
Development
International T1
The following terminal related
infrastructure projects are planned
between 2014 and 2019:
» Northern concourse expansion
» Northern apron expansion
» Baggage handling systems expansion
» Check-in expansion and self service
kiosks and bag drop facilities
» Northern concourse bussing
facilities.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 17PLANNING RESPONSE
Existing Runway System » Site clearing and preparation The construction of the NPR will make
(commenced in 2013) Brisbane the premier operational airport
The existing runway system at Brisbane
» Dredging and sand fill placement in Australia.
Airport consists of a 3,600 m long
runway, RWY 01R/19L, which allows (commenced in October 2013 and With the parallel runway system in
operations by all types of large jet due for completion in June 2015) place, it is anticipated that Brisbane
aircraft, including the Airbus A380. » Site settlement and monitoring Airport will be able to sustain an hourly
(2015 – 2018) rate of 100+ movements per hour
There is also the smaller cross runway,
over the morning and evening peak
RWY 14/32, which can accommodate » Runway, taxiway and supporting
demand periods.
turbo-prop aircraft as well as limited facilities construction (2018 – 2020).
operations by smaller jet aircraft.
The current planned delivery program AIRSPACE PROTECTION
Upon completion of the NPR, for the NPR envisages operations (Section 7.3 of the Master Plan)
RWY 01L/19R, in 2020 RWY 14/32 will commencing in 2020. Facilitating the safe and efficient
be decommissioned.
The NPR will require changes to flight movement of aircraft to and from
Planning Approach paths and to how aircraft are managed Brisbane Airport is a fundamental
by Air Traffic Control. development objective.
The following principles guide BAC
in the planning of additional airfield BAC’s Environmental Impact Adequate protection from infringements
capacity at Brisbane Airport: Statement and Major Development to the airspace surrounding Brisbane
Plan for the NPR approved in 2007 Airport is as important to the safe
» All opportunities to extract additional
identified in great detail the changes and efficient use of the airport as
capacity and efficiencies from
to existing departure and arrival routes the safe design and operation of
the existing airfield system will
and associated noise changes for the on-ground infrastructure such
be exhausted while the NPR is
suburban Brisbane. as runways, taxiways, terminals and
being delivered
navigational aids.
» The NPR will be constructed to meet For further information refer to Brisbane
future demand Airport’s Current and Future Flight Path
and Noise Information booklet.
» Taxiways will be located to ensure
aircraft movement efficiency
» Runways and taxiways will be
configured to minimise aircraft
noise and environmental impacts
View across the airport to the site of the New Parallel Runway
wherever practicable
» Airfield infrastructure will comply
with relevant national and
international aviation standards.
NPR Runway System
The NPR is being constructed west
and parallel to the existing main runway
and is being built in stages due to the
need to stabilise the site before runway
pavement can be constructed.
The five main construction elements of
the NPR are as follows:
» Enabling civil works – drainage,
services relocation, modifications
to the cross runway (completed in
mid 2013)
18 Brisbane Airport CorporationCertain developments and structures Management of lighting on and around Brisbane Airport is critical to aviation operations
in the vicinity of Brisbane Airport, may
limit the scope of the airport’s existing
and future operations.
Airspace Protection –
Regulatory Environment
Various regulations, processes and
guidelines address airspace protection
for Brisbane Airport, including:
» The Airports Act and Airports
(Protection of Airspace) Regulations
1996 (Regulations) BAC complies with the Aviation » Equipment used by ramp engineers
» Queensland Government State Transport Security Act 2004 and for aircraft line maintenance, ground
Planning Policy Aviation Transport Security Regulations power, preconditioned air and aircraft
2005 and has developed its own push-back
» National Airports Safeguarding
Transport Security Program.
Framework » Aircraft containers and unit
» Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS) The adoption of new technologies assists load devises.
in achieving continuous improvements
» Procedures for Air Navigation Services Brisbane Airport currently has
in safety and security at the airport.
Aircraft Operations (PANS-OPS) approximately 38,000 m2 of GSE
To control and operate its security
» Restricted light zones parking and storage areas between
and emergency services effectively in
International T1 and Domestic T2.
» Protections of air navigation aids the future, BAC is also planning for an
By 2034 the GSE area required is
» Minimising stack/efflux and improved Operations Control Centre
expected to be around 55,000 m2.
visibility hazards once the NPR becomes operational.
It is proposed to locate GSE in areas
» Limiting bird activity in close Air Freight
that are operationally accessible.
proximity to the airport
Moving air freight in a timely manner is
» Appropriateness of adjacent land uses Aviation Fuelling Facilities
an important part of BAC operations.
» Minimising the reflective nature of Total international freight is forecast to Efficient and reliable aviation fuelling
structures in the airport’s vicinity. increase from 92,000 tonnes in 2012/13 facilities are a fundamental component
to around 200,000 tonnes in 2033/34. of airport operations. Currently Brisbane
Diagrams showing the OLS and
Airport stores fuel at Hakea Street,
PANS-OPS are included in the 2014 BAC expects that air freight will
between the terminals, and at Lomandra
Master Plan. continue to be transported as air cargo
Drive. This secondary facility is due
in passenger aircraft and so freight
to cease operations in 2014, at which
AVIATION SERVICES facilities will continue to be located
point additional storage capacity will
AND FACILITIES within close proximity of passenger
be installed at the Hakea Street facility.
(Section 7.4 of the Master Plan) aprons wherever possible and future
In the long-term the Hakea Street depot
Aviation support services cover a expansion will be located within the
will be relocated.
broad range of operations, including Airport North precinct.
Aircraft Maintenance Facilities
equipment used alongside aircraft, Ground Service Equipment
passenger screening within terminals Maintenance activity are undertaken
Ground Service Equipment (GSE) is
through to fuelling activities. at aircraft gates and hangar facilities,
used to service aircraft at the terminal
as well as through dedicated facilities.
This section of the Master Plan outlines and includes:
Qantas, Virgin Australia, Five Star
plans for the future development of
» Equipment used by ground handlers Aviation, Alliance Airlines and Australian
aviation services and facilities.
for loading/uploading baggage and Aerospace use hangar facilities in the
Safety and Security cargo, aircraft cleaning, lavatory Airport East precinct.
Brisbane Airport is committed to service and potable water supply
maintaining the safety and security to aircraft
of passengers, airlines and the
airport community.
Brisbane Airport 2014 Master Plan – Summary Booklet 19PLANNING RESPONSE
Space for future expansion has been Environment Energy and Carbon
allocated within the southern sections (Chapter 8 of the Master Plan) BAC developed an Energy Management
of the Airport East precinct. Land has
Strategy in 2011 outlining the preferred
also been reserved at a remote section
BAC manages the airport and approach for balancing Brisbane Airport’s
of Airport North for engine testing.
surrounding environment to ensure the energy demand and carbon emissions.
Flight Catering impacts of growth are managed. BAC efforts have since resulted in
savings of approximately 4.8 gigawatt
With a mix of premium service airlines BAC has three environmental priorities: hours of energy consumption.
and low cost airlines using Brisbane
Airport, BAC provides facilities that suit » Achieve a balance between the Effort will continue to be directed
both types of operations. The on-airport on-airport built environment and towards reducing carbon emissions
flight catering facilities are located biodiversity values through improved efficiencies and the
in the Airport Central precinct. The » To be recognised as a leader in the generation of onsite renewable energy.
ongoing need for flight catering facilities management of energy, water, waste, Fill Materials and Land
is being addressed through the future noise and biodiversity Contamination
development of a proposed airside zone » Achieve environmentally sustainable BAC uses comprehensive planning,
within the Airport Central precinct, development across the airport. monitoring and management tools to
located between International T1 and
avoid soil degradation, contamination
Domestic T2 zones. ACHIEVEMENTS OVER THE or loss. It will continue to monitor and
Airservices Australia PAST FIVE YEARS remediate any contaminated sites in
BAC is committed to achieving a high accordance with its own management
Airservices Australia (Airservices) owns
level of environmental compliance framework and through any advances in
and operates a number of facilities at
and environmental sustainability industry standards such as the National
Brisbane Airport and is responsible for
performance for its operations. Since Environmental Protection Measures.
the following services:
the 2009 Master Plan, BAC undertaken Waste
» Air traffic control the following initiatives:
BAC has reduced waste generated on
» Radio navigational aids
Water airport through recycling.
» Aeronautical information
BAC has achieved significant water Ground-Based Noise
» Aviation rescue and fire fighting
savings through its Water Management BAC records aircraft engine testing and
» Aircraft noise monitoring. Strategy. including: acts on any complaints. As a part of any
The existing control tower and related » Reduction of potable water airport development, noise attenuation
facilities are well suited to handling air strategies will be applied in designing
» Water efficient fixtures and fittings
traffic at Brisbane Airport. Supplementary and constructing of facilities.
aids using radar, closed circuit television, » Smart metering
Biodiversity Values
transponders or GPS based tools will be » The use of water tanks to capture
considered as part of the NPR. rainwater for irrigation. BAC has in place a Biodiversity
Management Strategy to ensure
In the short-term and in preparation appropriate management of
for the NPR, a new main fire station environmentally significiant areas occurs
will be constructed in the Airport across the site.
North precinct.
A key achievement has been the
development of a comprehensive
ecosystem health-monitoring program
1 2
for all Environmentally Significant
Areas on Brisbane Airport. A wildlife
hazard management plan has also been
prepared to reduce the operational risks
associated with wildlife strike.
1, 2 Aircraft operating from
Brisbane Airport.
20 Brisbane Airport CorporationCultural Heritage Landscaping enhances open space at Brisbane Airport.
Two Indigenous heritage sites on airport
land are listed on the Queensland
Cultural Heritage Register and Database
and three non-Indigenous sites
are protected.
FUTURE ENVIRONMENTAL
PRIORITIES
Planning for Climate Change
BAC recognises that it has a role to play
in adapting to the long-term impact
climate change will bring – including
rising sea and ground water levels and
higher incidences of poor weather.
It also aims to reduce its own carbon
emissions from facilities and activities,
as well as working with stakeholders.
Framework for Environmental
Management to 2019
The AES has a range of strategies to LANDSCAPE, OPEN SPACE BAC plans to become the first airport
reduce the environmental impact of AND PUBLIC REALM to gain a Communities Rating from
on-airport development and activities, (Section 8.6 of the Master Plan) the Green Building Council of Australia
including during construction and (GBCA). Green Star Communities
Brisbane Airport offers varied
operation of facilities and services. Certification requires criteria to
landscapes and open space areas.
be addressed in the key areas of
Over the next five years BAC will seek BAC’s core elements for its open space governance, liveability, environment,
to further reduce its carbon emissions and landscaped areas include: economic, innovation and design.
through initiatives including:
» Landscaping which uses a variety of Through its support of the GBCA Green
» Review of the energy strategy colours, textures and materials Star Community Pilot, BAC can ensure
» Investigating solar, gas and » Water sensitive urban design and sustainable practices are included in all
alternative energy sources the use of native plants to reduce stages of development.
» Increased use of recycling and water consumption
responsible waste disposal. AIRCRAFT NOISE
» Provision of pedestrian and
(Section 8.8 of the Master Plan)
Further information on BAC’s five-year cycle paths
environmental action plans are outlined » The use of artwork. The management of aircraft noise
on page 31 of this booklet and at has a central place in the day-to-day
Brisbane Airport’s Landscape Master operation of major airports. In line with
Chapter 13 of the Master Plan.
Plan identifies many more landscape its development objective to minimise
and open space initiatives. negative environmental impacts, BAC
works in close cooperation with aviation
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT partners to minimise aircraft noise
(Section 8.7 of the Master Plan) over residential areas and to maintain
Sustainable design provides BAC a dialogue with those communities
with the opportunity to grow the affected by aircraft noise.
airport over the next 20 years while Although BAC is not responsible for
enabling a focused and balanced the operational standards of airlines or
approach to managing the surrounding how airspace is managed, a proactive
natural environment. approach to monitoring and mitigating
noise is consistent with BAC’s
sustainability goals.
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