Western Sydney’s New 24-Hour Gateway takes off with Singapore Airlines - Further detail at August Conference

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are delighted to advise members that a dedicated airfreight session on day 2 (Friday 28 August 2026) of the Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference will be focused on the Western Sydney Airport and its role in transforming regional and national trade and logistics. Discussions will cover infrastructure planning, connectivity to road and rail networks, and the airport's potential to drive economic growth and supply chain efficiency. The keynote address will be followed by an expert panel who will examine how the freight and logistics industry will operate across Sydney's two international airports, including strategies for efficiency, connectivity, and capacity management. The discussion will also explore the broader Bradfield precinct and its role in supporting integrated supply chains and future trade growth.

Speaking with Andrew Tonna from Menzies Aviation about operational developments, WSI and participation at the Australia & New Zealand Shipping & Logistics Conference

WSI - Singapore Airlines (Media Release 25 March 2026) Travellers can jump online today and be amongst the first to purchase tickets to fly from Sydney's new 24-hour global gateway, with Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport's (WSI) inaugural international tickets set to go on sale from Singapore Airlines.  WSI CEO Simon Hickey said this is an historic moment for everyone who's played a role in bringing WSI to life – Australia's first international greenfield airport in more than 50 years.  "We mark a terrific milestone moment today with our first international airline partner, Skytrax certified 5-Star carrier Singapore Airlines, now giving passengers the first opportunity to book tickets from Western Sydney International Airport," he said.  "Not only will WSI increase aviation capacity in the Sydney basin, giving travelling more choice and flexibility on when, where and how they choose to fly – our 24-hour services will unlock new routes with Singapore Airlines for everyone across Greater Sydney to enjoy. "Singapore Airlines will operate daily non-stop flights from 23 November that will depart WSI just before midnight, with passengers arriving at the award-winning Changi Hub around 5am – offering a new era of global connectivity for Sydney-siders. "We're delighted to be partnering with a global top-tier carrier in Singapore Airlines, with whom we share a deep commitment to offering our customers a safe, modern, seamless travel experience supported by the latest innovations and technologies via our state-of-the-art terminal."  Singapore Airlines' inaugural services from WSI comprise:  •    A daily non-stop flight between Singapore and WSI, beginning on 23 November 2026  •    The service will depart Singapore at 11.30am (local time) and arrive at WSI at 10.20pm (local time) •    The service will then depart WSI on the same day at 11.55pm and arrive in Singapore at 5.05am (local time) the following morning  •    The daily services will operate on Airbus A350-900 medium-haul aircraft, which features 303 seats in two cabin classes: 40 in Business Class and 263 in Economy Class.

Footage of SIA A350-900 take off - courtesy WSI

Mr Dai Haoyu, Senior Vice President Marketing Planning, Singapore Airlines, said the new services will deliver more choice and strengthen connectivity for the airline's customers.   "Singapore Airlines' services to Australia's newest gateway at Western Sydney will deliver more choice and strengthen connectivity to this popular destination for our customers," he said.   "Western Sydney's late-night departure capacity will enable a seamless travel journey and connections through Singapore Changi Airport, to more than 130 global destinations served by the SIA Group." Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King welcomed Singapore Airlines, saying: "daily flights will connect Western Sydney globally, starting at the new Western Sydney International Airport and connecting to every corner of the world through Changi. "Singapore Airlines was the first international airline to commit to fly into Western Sydney International Airport, and I'm really pleased tickets are on sale so people can start planning their next flight" she said.  NSW Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said this is a significant moment for the NSW visitor economy with Western Sydney International Airport now almost on the runway for take-off.    "This new offering is going to provide the world with direct access to one of the nation's fastest growing visitor economies, and we look forward to welcoming the first international visitors into Western Sydney," he said.    "The State Government's investments are helping to realise the enormous potential of our state's visitor economy, and this is an important milestone towards achieving our ambitious goal of $91 billion in annual visitor expenditure by 2035."