| Key Positions & Recommendations Below is a summary of the main issues raised and the recommendations put forward on behalf of members. Plan for Long-Term Freight Capacity
Develop a comprehensive roadmap for cargo infrastructure, including warehousing, cold-chain facilities, automation, digital systems, and inspection capabilities, to ensure Perth Airport can meet growing demand over the next 20 years. Safeguard Industrial Land and Connectivity
Protect airport-adjacent and on-airport industrial land from commercial or retail encroachment, and enhance landside access to support efficient movement of freight between the airport and regional logistics hubs. Strengthen Workforce and Operational Resilience
Support the development of a skilled freight workforce through training, apprenticeships, and partnerships with TAFE, universities, and industry, while ensuring operational systems are resilient to peak demand, supply chain shocks, and biosecurity events. Encourage Competitiveness and Sustainability
Maintain transparent pricing, service metrics, and incentives to attract and retain freight operators, while embedding cargo-specific sustainability initiatives such as renewable-powered cold-chain systems, low-emission ground handling equipment, and decarbonisation pathways. Align Performance and Policy
Introduce measurable cargo KPIs and performance benchmarks, informed by leading international airports, and ensure freight planning is integrated with WA and national trade, supply chain, and industrial strategies.
Next Steps FTA/APSA will continue to engage with Perth Airport and government stakeholders as the Master Plan progresses, advocating for planning outcomes that prioritise freight, safeguard capacity, and support the long-term efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness of Western Australia's air cargo supply chains. Amanda Bradfield - Head of International Freight & Logistics - FTA | APSA
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