Australia Post has opened its largest air and speed hub at Brisbane Airport.
With direct tarmac access and expanded capacity, the 78,000-square-metre facility integrates Australia Post’s suite of speed services including Express Post and StarTrack Premium.
It features ‘world-leading’ sortation technology capable of processing up to 250,000 parcels per day which will speed up parcel delivery throughout Queensland.
Australia Post Group CEO and Managing Director, Paul Graham, said the facility will meet and surpass Queensland’s parcel delivery demands for decades to come.
“This facility provides an immediate boost to our operations, and its automation is the blueprint for speed and simplicity so that we can continue to respond to current and projected eCommerce growth across the state,” he said.
“Queenslanders spent $17.8 billion online last year so we know they love their online shopping.
“It’s why we’re committed to investing in the right infrastructure that gives us a competitive edge to keep pace with demand.”
The facility also features dedicated examination rooms for Australian Border Force and the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry.
It accommodates almost 500 team members and is targeting a Five Star Green Star rating with a 450kW solar system.
For the first time at a processing site, Australia Post will also own and maintain a battery to store excess electricity from the solar system and help reduce reliance on the grid.
Brisbane Airport CEO, Gert-Jan de Graaff, said the project demonstrated Brisbane Airport’s capability to deliver major industrial developments at scale.
“This is the largest industrial project ever delivered at Brisbane Airport, and it has been completed without fuss, delay, or disruption,” he said.
“We have worked closely with Australia Post to create a purpose-built facility that supports Queensland’s growth and strengthens the state’s connectivity.
“With 24/7 tarmac access, this new facility will significantly improve the speed and efficiency of parcel movements by Australia Post for all Queenslanders.”
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