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Brisbane Airport is set to open the new northern screening point at its domestic terminal, which it says will deliver a faster and more secure screening process.
The screening point for Qantas passengers has five security lanes equipped with Standard 3 Rapiscan CT technology, which allows laptops and aerosols to be kept inside bags, as well as larger tubs for personal items and automatic tray return.
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“We’ve been in testing mode over the past week as our teams get up to speed with the new equipment, and we’re incredibly excited to see this brand-new screening point open to passengers from Tuesday,” said Stacey Pollard, Brisbane Airport’s head of terminal operations, ahead of the opening on Tuesday.
“The fact that passengers will be able to leave laptops and aerosols in their bags will make a real difference and remove one of the biggest frustrations for frequent travellers.
“We’re grateful for passengers right across Brisbane Airport who have been patient over the past couple of years, and we’re delighted that they’re about to start experiencing the benefits of the Future BNE transformation.”
The opening of the northern screening point comes ahead of the completion of the central screening point for non-Qantas passengers, which has been in the works since 2023. Built on a new mezzanine level, it will feature 10 screening lanes and is expected to open by Christmas.
“The new mezzanine, which is the size of four tennis courts, will create a new entry point to the Domestic Terminal, enabling passengers travelling without checked baggage to move seamlessly from the Skywalk, through security, and straight to their departure gate, all on a single level,” the airport said in a press release.
“Progress also continues in the International Terminal to deliver the same Standard 3 screening technology to passengers before the end of the year.”
Brisbane’s security screening upgrades come alongside similar projects at other airports, with Sydney Airport installing new scanners at T2 Domestic and T1 International, while Melbourne has also updated its scanners at the T1 Qantas domestic terminal.
Brisbane Airport’s $5 billion Future BNE transformation program includes renovations to its domestic and international terminals, continued planning for a new Terminal 3 precinct, aircraft parking and apron expansions, runway resurfacing, and a new aeromedical facility so medical repatriation and emergency services can be centralised at the airport.
