Airports are the gateways to our communities, connecting goods and people around the globe in remarkable feats of logistical engineering.
Building the airports of the future
Since 1975, Beca has been applying significant knowledge and experience to the unique and ever-changing aviation industry. Our reach encompasses both regional and international commercial airports throughout Asia Pacific, as well as military airfield facilities.
An experienced team across Australia and New Zealand
In 2005, recognising this proven and successful history, Beca brought together a talented team of aviation specialists from across the business to form a dedicated Airports business unit.
Our Airports team focuses on the delivery of airside civil infrastructure and airfield ground lighting (AGL) services, with deep experience in complex, multidisciplinary projects in live operational environments.
We have delivered major aviation infrastructure projects at Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Western Sydney, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Auckland and Wellington Airports.
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Our expertise in Airports and Aviation
Airports are complex environments and we understand that they are more than infrastructure, they are vital gateways linking cities, regions and nations; driving economic growth and most importantly, fostering human connection.
From expanding airside capacity and upgrading terminals, to electrification and digital innovation, each airport project requires futureproofing, stakeholder engagement and operational resilience. Our Airports specialists are well placed to support the delivery of this.
Our expertise includes:
- Airside civil design for aprons, taxiways, runways and aircraft pavements
- Airfield pavement inspection, maintenance and CAPEX planning
- Airfield ground lighting and apron floodlighting design and integration
- Airfield planning and sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon footprint in the work that we do
We work with the airport and its stakeholders to understand the key interfaces - where each project links with the airport business operations, the public, commercial activities in the precinct and other projects working concurrently.
We assess the risks and constraints involved, the potential disruption to day-to-day business, and take advantage of opportunities to maximise project outcomes.
Our people
Richard Holyoake
Senior Technical Director - Civil Engineering
Case studies
Practical solutions for our clients' real-world Airport and Aviation challenges
Adelaide Airport: Main Runway and Taxiways Overlay Project
Resurfacing Adelaide's runways for a safer, greener future
Beca has partnered with Adelaide Airport to resurface their runways with asphalt. Beyond maintenance, it's a 10-12 year vision for safer and more sustainable aviation.
Auckland Airport International Remote Stands
Avoiding disruption to New Zealand’s peak tourism season
As New Zealand’s largest and busiest airport, a shortfall in aircraft parking capacity at Auckland Airport at the peak summer season could have been a problem for the country’s tourism industry. But it wasn’t.
Melbourne Airport Foxtrot Apron Infill
Making space for Melbourne Airport to grow
Melbourne Airport is growing. Over the next 20 years it will make significant investments to improve and expand to meet future demands.
Get in touch
Get in touch with our friendly engineers and consultants today to discuss your Airports needs. From large-scale major pavement design projects to terminal designs, or smaller maintenance tasks, our people have the experience to help make everyday better for your staff and passengers.
Join our Airports team
Ready to be involved, be heard and belong? As you forge your own career path and contribute to a legacy, your success is shared. You can thrive at Beca because curiosity is rewarded, and inclusion is intentional. We are focused on growth, where you’re not just an observer, you are part of the story.