The Zeppelin Times 4CRB Travel Show new master plan for Sydney Airport – the third plan in less than a decade – foresees international aircraft using the airport’s existing domestic

Sydney Airport plan foresees 65.6 million pax a yearA new master plan for Sydney Airport – the third plan in less than a decade – foresees international aircraft using the airport’s existing domestic terminals to cope with an enormous increase in international visitor arrivals.

Master Plan 2039, a 20-year blueprint for Australia’s busiest airport, was released in preliminary draft form on Monday. It replaces the previous Master Plan 2033 (released in February 2014), which in turn replaced the previous 2009 master plan.

The latest version forecasts that Sydney Airport passenger numbers will rise by 51% to reach 65.6 million in 2039 – and that’s despite the anticipated opening of Western Sydney Airport at Badgerys Creek in 2026. Construction on Badgerys Creek is starting this year.

The main driver behind Sydney Airport’s passenger growth will be international travellers, who are forecast to nearly double over the next 20 years to 31.5 million.

To help cater for this, an “integrated operations precinct” at the existing T2 and T3 domestic terminals will handle international flights.

Despite that, the main entry and exit point for international arrivals and departures will remain the T1 international terminal.

“International passengers, who contribute the most to the NSW and Australian economies, will be the main driver of growth and, by 2039, the mix of international and domestic passengers is expected to be 48% and 52% respectively,” the report says.

“Total air passenger numbers are forecast to increase by 51%, from 43.3 million in 2017 to 65.6 million in 2039. International passenger traffic contributes the most value to the NSW and Australian economies.”

The plan involves a motorway link to the WestConnex tollroad through a 13-hectare block of land north of the airport, called the “northern lands”.

Qantas Drive and Airport Drive around the airport’s northern perimeter would be widened from two lanes in each direction to four.

Other points:

Terminal Development Plan to 2039 includes:

• Provision of new terminal infrastructure north of T1 and east of T2 and T3, to deliver additional active stands:• 17 additional contact stands• Seven additional active bussed aircraft parking positions• Development of a satellite pier in the South West Sector providing a passenger product with a similar experience to that provided in the current terminal connected piers.• Enhancements to the terminal forecourts and landside areas to improve passenger and visitor experiences.• Optimising the use of terminal infrastructure by introducing swing gates that can accommodate international and domestic/regional aircraft.• Improving the door-to-door experience for all passengers with investment in next generation technology, as well as enhanced access to multi-modal ground transport facilities.• Enhancing the retail and food and beverage offering throughout the terminals.• Improving passenger connectivity by reducing inter-precinct transfers.• A sustainable inter-precinct passenger transfer product that over time would utilise autonomous vehicles.• Solutions to enhance airline efficiency by reducing minimum connection times and improving aircraft utilisation.• Increasing the flexibility of terminal infrastructure to respond to changing airline business models.

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Bookings soar on super long-range flightsUltra-long-range flights, the sort that Qantas operates between Perth and London, are proving popular with travellers, latest reports indicate.

Long-range variants of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the Airbus long-range A350-900ULR make such flights possible. Initial concerns flared about whether super-long flights – the sort that some passengers claim “numb your bum” – would take off with consumers.

Agents, however, reckon they are popular and so does AirlineRatings.com.

• Example one:Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce has discounted reports from Britain’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) that loadings on the Qantas Perth-London non-stop flights stand at just 78.1%.Joyce told AirlineRatings.com that the load factor on the service is actually an amazing 92% – rising to 94% for premium classes. That would make it the most profitable Qantas service.

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• Example three:The B787s Qantas ordered from Boeing years ago are now flowing through and Qantas will use the new planes on routes including Melbourne to San Francisco, Brisbane-LA-New York and from Australian east coast ports (Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane) to Hong Kong. The 12,645km Melbourne to San Francisco route started Saturday, 1 September 2018. Qantas will be the only airline connecting that city pair non-stop.

• Example four:Air New Zealand will launch a new non-stop service between Auckland, New Zealand and Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport from November this year.From 30 November 2018, Air New Zealand will operate the new 13,179km route three times weekly, year-round with its new configuration B787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. Flight time will be approximately 15 hours northbound and just over 16 hours southbound.The new service will provide Australian travellers with a smoother experience transiting through Auckland, where customers can remain in the same terminal and eligible customers are able to use Air New Zealand’s flagship international lounge.

• Example five:Qantas is pressing on with its Project Sunrise, which is seeking an aircraft that can fly nonstop the 16,991km route from Sydney to London and the 16,672km route from New York to Melbourne. Ultra-long-range aircraft from Boeing and Airbus are in the running. The Airbus A350-900ULR reportedly uses additional space already available in the existing fuel tanks to carry an extra fuel, pushing its range to an astounding 17,900km.

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Two of Silversea’s expedition ships are set to spend 2019 exploring the Far East. The luxury cruise line says the 144-guest Silver Explorer and 116-guest Silver Discoverer will be sailing the region next year, making stops in Japan, South Korea, India and Indonesia. The ships’ deployment plans were in the news this week as Silversea announced that the company is marking 10 years of ultra-luxury expedition cruising.

“Each of Silversea’s itineraries in the Far East is designed to take guests closer to the region’s authentic beauty, unlocking incredible moments in the world’s most beautiful destinations,” said Conrad Combrink, Silversea’s senior vice president of strategic development for expeditions and experiences. “With each step of the journey, Silversea’s leading expedition experts are on hand to provide interesting information on the visited destinations and the animals that inhabit them.”

The cruise line and its fleet are no strangers to the region and its wildlife. The upcoming trips notably offer guests itineraries featuring up-close encounters with animals both familiar

and foreign, including orca whales, majestic Steller’s sea eagles, spotted seals, and pelagic cormorants. The ships are also outfitted with a fleet of Zodiac crafts for exploration and an expedition team of qualified specialists, who share their expert knowledge while leading complimentary shore excursions.

Aboard Silversea ships, guests can expect ocean-view suites, fine dining and the personalized service of a butler. Guests will also receive all-inclusive amenities such as complimentary premium wines and spirits, specialty coffees, bottled water, juices and soft drinks served throughout the ship; in-suite bar stocked with guests’ preferences; in-suite 24-hour dining service; and unlimited complimentary Wi-FI.

Here’s a closer look at Silversea’s Far East itineraries:

The Pacific Ring of Fire and Japan: This 13-day cruise takes travelers from the shores of Apra, Guam, to Kobe, Japan. The trip features stops in the Northern Marianas, as well as Japan’s Chichijima, Tori-Shima, Yakushima,



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Kyushu, Moji, Hiroshima, Miyajima Island, and Okayama. Highlights include active volcanoes, gardens and possible sightings of dolphins, whales, green sea turtles, and colorful Mariana fruit doves. The ship leaves April 2019 and also visits several World Heritage Sites and historic landmarks, shedding light on the final stages of World War II in the Pacific. Early booking bonus fares start at $8,280 per guest.

Land of the Rising Sun: From tea ceremonies to bullet trains, Japan and Korea mix both old and new. The countries are featured heavily on this itinerary, with soaring castles, ancient temples and cutting-edge architecture coming into focus. The 9-day cruise aboard the Silver Explorer takes guests from Kobe to Busan. It departs May 2019 and includes stops in Japan’s Okayama, Takamatsu, Miyajima Island, Hiroshima, Hagi, Sakaiminato, Kanazawa, and Sokcho in South Korea. The trip also highlights three of Japan’s must-see gardens and South Korea’s Seoraksan National Park. Early booking bonus fares start at $7,380 per guest.

Semi-Circumnavigation of Sumatra and Java: In early March, Silver Discoverer sails from Yangon for Bali on a 15-day expedition. The itinerary has stops in India’s Port Blair and South Cinque Island, followed by visits to Indonesia’s Banda Aceh, Simeulue Islands, Nias, Padang, Ujung Kulon National Park, Anak Krakatoa, Karimunjawa, Sumenep, and Probolinggo. During this semi-circumnavigation of Sumatra and Java, guests will have the chance to climb an active volcano, meet indigenous cultures, and sample local food. Early booking bonus fares start from $9,450 per guest.

A Kaleidoscope of Culture and Nature in the Banda and Arafura Seas: This Bali-to-Darwin expedition aboard Silver Discoverer heads out March 2019, and spends 16 days exploring the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Ende (Flores), Lamararap, Takpala (Kalabahi), Pulau Tellang, Banda Neira Island, Aiduma and Yamdena. There’s also Triton Bay to check out along with the renowned Asmat region. Guests will be treated to encounters with local cultures, insight into ancient history, and possible

sightings of the iconic dragons of Komodo. Early booking bonus fares start from $11,970 per guest.

Indonesia by Land and Sea: Sailing June 2019 from Darwin to Bali, Silver Discoverer will spend 15 days exploring a string of Indonesian islands set within sparkling blue waters: Yamdena Island, Matakus Island, Leti Island, Pulau Maopara, Pulau Tellang, Anano Island, Sulawesi, Borneo, and Java. Guests will have a chance to snorkel in the Coral Triangle, explore the underwater wonders of Anano Island, and discover the unique customs of the Torajan people. Another highlight is a visit to Tanjung Puting National Park and Camp Leakey to learn of Dr. Biruté Galdikas’ ground-breaking work with orangutans, as well as possible up-close encounters with these animals. Early booking bonus fares start from $11,160 per guest.

Silversea Cruises, chaired by Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, offers guests large-ship amenities aboard its intimate, all-suite vessels: Silver Wind, Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper, Silver Spirit and Silver Muse. With the inclusion of the expedition ships Silver Explorer, Silver Galapagos, Silver Discoverer, and with Silver Cloud recently joining the Expedition fleet, Silversea’s itineraries encompass all seven continents and feature worldwide luxury cruises to the Mediterranean, Caribbean, both polar regions and hundreds of destinations in between.

Silversea is also looking forward to the launch of two new ultra-luxury ships; Silver Moon is due to join the fleet in 2020, and Silver Dawn is scheduled to be delivered in late 2021. Both will be sister ships to flagship Silver Muse, maintaining small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodations.



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The Zeppelin Times 4CRB Travel Show new master plan for Sydney Airport – the third plan in less than a decade – foresees international aircraft using the airport’s existing domestic