Sunshine Coast Airport has announced a new retail, food and beverage partnership with international operator Lagardère AWPL.
The partnership marks the largest commercial investment in the airport’s history.
Airport CEO Chris Mills says partnering with a world-class international operator “allows us to reimagine what our terminal can offer to deliver more choice for travellers”.
The global company operates more than 4900 stores across 51 countries and is set to bring extensive airport and hospitality experience to the region.
“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,” CEO Costa Kouros says.
The new venues will showcase local growers and producers. Outlets include Discover Sunshine Coast, a specialty retailer with local produce; Pavilion Kitchen & Bar for all-day dining; Relay for travel essentials; and Trader & Co, an arrivals café. They will open in stages as part of the airport’s terminal expansion, due for completion next year.
“By creating opportunities for local producers to feature their products, we’re giving travellers a genuine taste of what makes our community so special,” Mr Mills says.
“This is about backing our local businesses, supporting local jobs and investment in our region.”
The project will almost double the terminal footprint, triple the domestic departure lounge, increase departure gates from five to seven and introduce new check-in technology.
