We still see a lot of capacity being targeted at the Australian market, and so for us, it's about making sure we put our capacity in the right markets," Webster explains. Accenture was selected as the Master Technologist for the project and will be responsible for designing the technology architecture and infrastructure required for the project. However, it indicated provision for a railway line would be included in the development that may include preparing tunnels under the runway as part of the runway construction and preparing the underground space for a station. Interchanging with the North-South Link or East-West Link would be required to access the airport itself. Before joining us, Paul was the CEO of Singtel Group (Consumer) from 2012-14, and the CEO of Optus before that. Sydney's second international airport will provide tremendous growth opportunities for the Western Sydney Region, helping to create a future ready city for local communities. Having grown up in Liverpool, Jim is passionate about providing the local Western Sydney community employment opportunities, as well as building a world-class airport. Jim leads the team at Western Sydney Airport responsible for safety and security, major construction procurement, planning and design, construction project management and environment. Qantas said Narendra Kumar, a former CFO of Qantas International who was already overseeing the division's fleet restructure, would take over as acting CEO while it looked for a permanent replacement. He has demonstrated experience, authority and authenticity to create and sustain long term relationships across multiple stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes. Fiona's executive career was in aviation, information and telecommunication services, and distribution and logistics. [43] The report suggested that "a metro or light metro style of train would suit the North-South Link". The Federal Government shortlisted three consortia for the works package - a CPB Contractors and Lendlease joint venture, a Ferrovial Agroman and QH & M Birt joint venture, and Salini Impreglio. . But Webster, who moved into the job in November, is also taking the controlsat a time when making money from flying overseas appears to be the toughest job in the Qantas group. Find Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok profiles, images and more on IDCrawl. The Budget also allocated $8.7 million over 10 years from 2017-18 to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications and the Department of Finance for shareholder oversight of WSA Co. The airport will be a catalyst for major new infrastructure in Western Sydney, designed to make Western Sydney International highly accessible. Western Sydney International will introduce thousands of job opportunities by 2031, and we look forward to collaborating with local businesses where possible. "Im also very clear - Im only four months into the new role. Kirby is passionate about creating compelling employee experiences that allow our people to reach their full potential, build lasting careers and align with our purpose of driving generational socioeconomic uplift across Western Sydney. Kirby brings over 25 years experience as a senior human resources executive across multiple industries in the Asia Pacific, EMEA and the Americas. 20 years' experience. WSA awarded the contract for the baggage handling system to Vanderlande. Western Sydney Airport opened Expressions Of Interest for a development partner for the first stage of its on-airport business precinct, closing on 25 January 2022. On 15 April 2014, the Federal Government announced that Badgerys Creek would be the site of the Second Sydney Airport. Nov-2021. Before those roles, he worked in a range of senior positions within Optus, and in management roles with the Colonial Group and the Royal Dutch Shell Group in Canada, the Middle East, Australia and the United Kingdom. She has also held senior HR executive roles at infrastructure service provider Ventia, Schneider Electric, Commonwealth Bank and Cisco Systems. A new $11 billion Western Sydney Airport is taking shape from a paddock to a construction site and soon-to-be bustling travel spot. WSA Co shortlisted five architectural teams for the design of the terminal - Design Inc & Foster + Partners, Architectus, Gensler, SAA and Surbana Jurong, Cox Architecture and Zaha Hadid Architects, Woods Bagot and RSHP and Hassell and Pascall Watson. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison stated that "we now recognise Australia's greatest female aviation pioneer" in the naming of the airport, and members of Walton's family stated that they were "extremely excited and thrilled, and it's just a huge honour" for their mother and grandmother. [4] In September 2018, construction works began at the Badgerys Creek Airport site. Please try again later. Vince is a Director of NSW Catholic Schools Ltd, and a member of the Sydney University Senate Risk and Audit Committee. Alison was drawn to her role with Western Sydney Airport by the chance deliver a transformative customer experience for passengers, airlines and our air cargo partners by leveraging the airport's unique greenfield opportunity. 46. Alison Webster - Executive General Manager, Western Sydney Airport Billie Sankovic - CEO, Western Sydney Community Forum 2.45 - 3.00 Afternoon Tea 3.00 - 3.05 Bradfield - featuring RS Creative Solutions A short film about the day in the life of Safia Amadou Hami-dou a curator turned film producer who is one sixth of the Af- Prior to joining Western Sydney Airport, Shelley was Etihads Group Vice President, Financial Reporting based in Abu Dhabi. "Western Sydney Airport to Deliver Jobs and Infrastructure", "No Badgerys Creek Airport - Blue Mountains Conservation Society", "Airport drone a chronic case of terminal lethargy", "Purchase of the 'Leppington Triangle' Land for the Future Development of Western Sydney Airport", Joint Study on aviation capacity in the Sydney region, "Scott Morrison to turn first 'sod' for Sydney's second airport", "Western Sydney Airport to be named after Nancy-Bird Walton", "Forced landing at western Sydney Airport construction site", "Fact sheet: Why was Badgerys Creek chosen? Aerowest Joint Venture (a joint venture between BMD Constructions Pty Ltd and Seymour Whyte Constructions Pty Ltd). Login here. He is passionate about the airports transformational opportunity to create high-quality jobs, stimulate education and training, and empower the diverse and passionate communities across Western Sydney. Package 1A and 1B has since been consolidated to a single Bulk Bulk Earthworks Package while 1C is now known as the Airside Civil and Pavement Works package. Western Sydney International will be a world-class smart airport, built to service 10 million passengers a year from the day we open in 2026. He is responsible for leading the WSA partnership with Delivery & Definition partner, Bechtel. A grounded Virgin Australia 737-8FE, VH-YIT, in Adelaide (Aidan Pullino). (ABC News: Jack Fisher ) Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this article abc.net.au/news/leppington-triangle-report-into-western-sydney-aiport-tabled/100162580 Copy link WSA Co announced it would be delivering the airport under a Delivery Partner model and called for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for both the Delivery Partner and Project Management roles. If Webster does take the final leap to Qantas Airways CEO, she'll become one of the few women runningairlines in a field dominated by men globally. He has extensive experience in legal private practice across infrastructure, projects, banking and project finance at Mallesons Stephen Jacques (now King & Wood Mallesons), and as a Project Management consultant for GHD, including supporting Transport for NSW. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Western Sydney International Airport 40,901 followers 2w It has been a busy start to the school holidays for the team in our Experience Centre! High Priority Project (medium-term, 5-10 years), High Priority Initiative (medium-term, 5-10 years), Pre-election Economic and Fiscal Outlook 2022, 2021/06/04 (Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts). For Shelley, drawing on her aviation sector experience to build a best-in-class greenfield airport in her home city is inspiring. The Federal Government released a Key Functional Specifications report following the release of the revised Airport Plan in 2016. Expression of Interest (EOI) process was expected to begin in June, with contract award expected in the third quarter of 2021. In February, Australian Aviation reported how Adelaide Airport unveiled the first in a series of major terminal expansions. the incomplete advice provided to decision-makers, and the inadequate response when questions were raised by the ANAO, was inconsistent with effective and ethical stewardship of public resources. She has expertise in customer strategy and customer experience design, development and delivery demonstrated in senior roles at British Airways in the UK and more recently as Chief Executive Officer of Qantas International. Scott started his career in broadcasting, including as a producer at leading news/talk station 2GB and writing for News Australias digital channels. A Request for Tender for the provision of land survey services was released. [30] The final EIS, released on 15 September 2016, revealed that the flight paths, although remaining the same, were marked as 'indicative only'. [20] However, such claims were contradicted by the 2017 labour market analysis commissioned by the Government. She was CFO for Air Seychelles and Etihad Regional in Switzerland and has held several senior roles with Etihad. Vince brings over 30 years' experience in senior roles in infrastructure and public transport, including having been CEO of Networks NSW and RailCorp NSW, where he had responsibility for the $30billion PPP Waratah train project. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. [14][15], On 10 December 2020, a light aircraft made an emergency landing on earthworks at the construction site, which was the airport's first arrival. Western Sydney Airport awarded the design and construct contract for the Airside Civil and Pavement Works package to a CPB Contractors and ACCIONA joint venture. Keeping returns from her divisionrising will be key if she wants to be a contender. [24] The draft EIS showed incoming flights merging approximately 1,500 metres (4,921ft)[25] over the Blue Mountains town of Blaxland which already lies at an altitude of 234 metres (768ft). Known as the Western Sydney Infrastructure Plan, it included:[37], In April 2014, the Commonwealth Government said it had no plans to build a rail line. Infrastructure Partnerships Australia 2020. The airport's location is situated 44 kilometres (27 mi) west of the Sydney CBD and 41 km (25 mi) west of Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. For the purposes of realigning The Northern Road, the NSW Government acquired an adjacent 1.363-hectare (3.37-acre) portion of the Leppington Triangle for A$149,000; a land value 22 times less per hectare than that paid by the Commonwealth Government for its portion. The Airports Act 1996 (Cth) s6 enables the development and use of an airport, known as Sydney West Airport. //