Bastian Gruedl
Bastian has an architectural background and over 10 years of experience working on major airport projects across Australia, including Western Sydney, Brisbane, and Hobart. Originally from Germany, he has lived in Australia for 13 years and now leads the design for Perth Airport’s new terminal. When not focused on design, he enjoys making sausages, staying true to his German roots, blending his creative skills with a passion for preserving cultural traditions.
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2 - Airport design, planning and development - 10:35 - 11:05
Australia’s western gateway
Perth Airport is undergoing an A$5bn consolidation to be completed by 2031. Key projects include a new parallel runway, relocating Qantas operations to a newly built international and domestic terminal, constructing two multistory parking garages and a new airport hotel, and upgrading the terminal precinct’s road network. This presentation will highlight the transformative efforts planned over the next seven years, providing insights into the airport’s future vision, key milestones and how these developments will enhance connectivity and passenger experience, ultimately positioning Perth Airport as a modern, fully integrated aviation hub and Australia’s western gateway.
The audience will learn:
- Summary of Perth Airport’s consolidation projects
- Detailed overview of the runway project
- Detailed overview of the new terminal project
- Insight into the unique position of a joint terminal development between Qantas and PAPL
