Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) are pleased to invite members to participate in exclusive site tours of the Menzies Aviation cargo terminal operations at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport.
Hosted in small groups of up to 10 participants, the tours are expected to take place during late September and early October 2026, with the number of sessions to be determined based on member interest.
This is a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insights into the facilities, infrastructure, and operational capabilities that will support future international air cargo movements through Australia's newest international gateway.
Places are limited and will be allocated on a 'first-in' basis.
To register your interest, please advise via return email HERE
MENZIES AVIATION FACTS
• Menzies Aviation is the world's largest aviation services provider with operations at 15 airports in Australia.
• At 12,500sqm and capable of handling 200,000 tonnes of cargo annually, WSI is Menzies Aviation's largest warehouse in Oceania & South East Asia. It is also Menzies Aviation's 11th cargo location in Australia.
• The warehouse is equipped to handle a broad range of air cargo, including pharmaceuticals, perishables, e commerce shipments and heavy freight.
• The facility has been built with the capability to incorporate technology in the future such as autonomous vehicles and robotic solutions.
• Direct airside access, multiple freighter bays adjacent to the warehouse and trucking services between its new WSI warehouse and three other Sydney warehouses will enable faster movement of goods.
• A digital Truck Visit Management solution by Nallian will be deployed, which reduces truck turnaround times, enhances safety and unlocks efficiency as trucks are not waiting to dock and load cargo for onward delivery.
• MACH, Menzies' next-generation cargo management platform, will provide customers with enhanced visibility, efficiency and real-time shipment tracking.
• MILE, Menzies' fully integrated e-commerce cargo solution with end-to-end digital tracking, priority handling and faster customs clearance will support rising e-commerce demand.
• With a 15-year lease, Menzies Aviation is a long-term partner and committed to establishing WSI as a major gateway for passengers and air cargo. Alongside air cargo, Menzies Aviation will also provide ground handling services to passenger aircraft. |
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