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Western Sydney International Airport has officially opened its new cargo precinct, marking a major milestone for the airport and supply chains.
The precinct is a dedicated section of WSI that will have the capacity to deliver 1.8 million tonnes of air cargo every year, connecting manufacturers with increased access to trade and engagement with partners around the world.
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“Air freight underpins many of NSW’s highest-value industries including fresh meat and seafood products, pharmaceuticals, agricultural exports, electronics, advanced manufacturing and more,” said WSI CEO, Simon Hickey.
“These industries rely on rapid international connections that can only be serviced by air freight, with our 24-hour Cargo Precinct initially capable of moving about a quarter of a million tonnes of freight per year, which is a massive boost to Sydney’s overall air cargo capacity.
“At the same time, our Cargo Precinct and the broader logistics and supply chain industries will create thousands of great new job opportunities for Western Sydney workers, closer to their homes and families.”
Major airlines and cargo businesses have already signed on to the precinct, including Qantas Freight, Menzies Aviation, Texel Air, and dnata Cargo.
“It’s a historic day for aviation in Australia as our first freight services take off from Western Sydney International Airport. This new terminal will help us meet growing demand for next-day deliveries and move express cargo across Australia and the world,” said Qantas CEO of International and Freight, Cam Wallace.
Minister for Transport, Catherine King, says that the Cargo Precinct will support business opportunities for the region, with its inaugural flight being an “exciting” predecessor before passenger flights begin later this year.
According to the Minister, the precinct’s first stage will be able to support eight 747/777 freighters or 16 737/A320 domestic freighters at the same time.
“The trials at the freight precinct are now complete, with Western Sydney International Airport commencing operations today and welcoming its first freight flights,” King said.
“It’s exciting progress as we gear up to seeing Western Sydney International’s first passenger flights commence on October 25.”
WSI says that 200,000 new jobs within the Greater Western Sydney area will be created to support the Western Sydney Aerotropolis.
The first Qantas Freight flights begin on Monday, 27 July.
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