Sunshine Coast Airport has announced a new retail, food and beverage partnership that will see the largest ever commercial investment in the airport’s history.
The partnership with internationally renowned LagardereAWPL will transform the airport’s retail, food and beverage offerings, delivering a significantly enhanced experience for travellers while driving strong commercial returns for the region.
Sunshine Coast Airport’s CEO, Chris Mills said LagardereAWPL was the stand-out choice and reflects a shared vision for growth, quality and customer experience.
“Partnering with a world-class international operator allows us to reimagine what our terminal can offer to deliver more choice for travellers.
“Their reputation across the world and commitment to quality align strongly with our vision to improve the passenger experience and showcase the best of our region.
“The new venues are set to include a new all-day dining outlet celebrating the best produce our region has to offer, a coffee house, a burger and beer outlet, an expanded travel essentials store and for the first time a dedicated self-serve dessert bar.”
Operating more than 4,900 stores in 51 countries worldwide, LagardereAWPL CEO, Costa Kouros said the company will bring its extensive experience in airport and other hospitality environments to the Sunshine Coast.
“The team and I are looking forward to expanding our partnership with Sunshine Coast Airport to bring world-class retail and dining experiences that showcase the full breath of our global and local expertise.”
As well as an increase in commercial space by almost double, the partnership places local growers, producers and makers at the centre of the airport’s refreshed offering, giving passengers the opportunity to experience the region’s best produce the moment they arrive.
“By creating opportunities for local producers to feature their products, we’re giving travellers a genuine taste of what makes our community so special.
“This is about backing our local businesses, supporting local jobs and investment in our region.”
New restaurants and retail outlets will be opened in a phased approach as part of the terminal expansion, with all expected to be in operation by late 2027.
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For more information or to arrange an interview contact:
Sunshine Coast Airport
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About Sunshine Coast Airport
Sunshine Coast Airport (SCA) is the gateway to the Sunshine Coast and one of Australia’s fastest growing airports. SCA directly connects the Sunshine Coast community to five domestic and international destinations (Adelaide, Auckland, Cairns, Melbourne and Sydney) and is supported by five airlines (Air New Zealand, Alliance, Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia). With more than 80 flights per week to Sydney and Melbourne, and convenient connections to Adelaide, Auckland and Cairns, SCA is the natural choice.
In July 2023, Sunshine Coast Airport was declared a Priority Development Area (PDA), with a new Development Scheme taking effect on Friday 27 September 2024. The Development Scheme will unlock opportunities that attract investment, drive economic growth and create jobs on and off airport. By 2040, it is estimated the airport will directly contribute $460m in total to Australia’s GDP. Jobs on airport are forecast to grow to 2,400 by 2040 and support a total of 3438 jobs (direct and indirect).
Sunshine Coast Airport Pty Ltd operates and manages Sunshine Coast Airport, the gateway to the Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions, under a 99-year lease from Sunshine Coast Council which commenced in December 2017.
