Sky-bound—$200M scheme for Sydney T2 terminal unveiled

News / Projects / Media 9 December 2024 Share

Sydney Airport have released a first-look at the new $200M upgrade of T2 terminal.

Sydney Airport has unveiled the design vision for the overhaul of the T2 Domestic terminal, the first major redevelopment in more than three decades at Australia’s busiest domestic terminal.

With architecture and interior design led by DesignInc, the $200 million development is dedicated to vastly improving the passenger experience—actualised through enhanced check-in processes, next-generation security measures, associated baggage infrastructure upgrades, and refreshed airport amenities. The 17 million passengers that use T2 each year will welcome next-generation technology, modern facilities, and greater operational efficiency and once complete, it is anticipated that 95% of passengers will be able travel from the kerbside to airside in less than 15 minutes.

T2 Domestic Terminal is delivered in collaboration with Introba (Building Services and Fire Engineering), Arup (Facade, Civil and Specialist Lighting), Stantec (Acoustic Engineering), Aurecon (Structural Engineering and Vertical Transport), Maynard Design Consultancy (Signage, Wayfinding and Industrial Design) and Jensen Hughes (BCA and Access Consultant) for Sydney Airport.

Jane McGarry, Principal and Aviation Lead at DesignInc, said:

‘Our project design team has worked closely with Sydney Airport over a multi-year period to ensure the terminal is realised as a seamless passenger experience.

‘The passenger experience is about simplicity, safety and convenience. The T2 Domestic terminal upgrade achieves this through high-quality amenity, the latest in technological advancements, and a thoughtful, inclusive approach to design.

‘We’re proud to play an ongoing role in Sydney’s transport and mobility landscape, and this project represents the latest of our 20-year-plus design partnership with Sydney Airport.’

T2 Domestic is designed to support future demand, ensuring that Australia’s busiest airport terminal can accommodate the significant growth in passenger numbers forecasted by Sydney Airport.

In case you missed it—the project was featured on Channel 9 News. Watch the segment here.

You can learn more about the project here.

Project Summary

An airport’s reputation and operational success is governed by its passenger experience, built on safety and convenience. Over a five-year programme, DesignInc collaborated with Sydney Airport to deliver the Sydney Airport Terminal 2 (T2) expansion, including a complete refurbishment and extension of the eastern wing. As part of this large-scale complex upgrade, design includes the latest in international security screening facilities and technologies geared toward safe, streamlined international passage for airline staff and travellers alike. Security measures combine with major upgrades to the baggage handling system and amenities across all levels. $200M | Ongoing

Client:
Sydney Airport

Project Team:
DesignInc – Lead Consultant, Architecture and Interior Design
Introba – Building Services and Fire Engineering
Arup – Façade, Civil and Specialist Lighting
Stantec – Acoustic Engineering
Aurecon – Structural Engineering and Vertical Transport
Maynard Design Consultancy – Signage, Wayfinding and Industrial Design
Jensen Hughes – BCA and Access Consultant

Location:
Dharawal Country
Mascot, NSW