Qantas joins Emirates, Singapore & Virgin Flights to Expand as Perth Airport Taps DXC to Integrate Seventy-Plus Systems in Multi‑Billion ‘One Airport’ Terminal Overhaul, Boosting Global Connectivity and Passenger Experience

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Perth Airport has recently made significant headway on multiple fronts with the progress of the highly anticipated Airport Expansion. Top global carries, including Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Virgin Australia, have all announced the planned increase of their operating services in the terminal. The Airport has appointed DXC Technology to act as the master systems integrator and build, integrate and deploy over 70 additional comprehensive IT & operational systems as a part of the multiple billion dollar investment as a part of the ‘One Airport’ program. The renovations that are to be made through the One Airport program will incorporate significant improvements to the efficiency and effectiveness of passenger processing and will integrate upgraded security features and newly enhanced digital services.. The planned upgrades will accommodate the evolving travel demands for domestic and international services.

Why This Matters: Global Airline Growth Meets Perth Airport Expansion

Demand for travel within Western Australia is expected to continue growing as Perth Airport expects to reach a milestone of 18 million passengers for the year and over 5 million of these will have traveled internationally for the year, which constitutes an annual growth of 12.5 percent.

Perth Airport expansion project aligns technology and infrastructure positioning the Airport to be a key point in global travel across Australia, Europe, the Middle East and Americas.

What ‘One Airport’ Means for Airlines and Global Routes

Consolidation of Airport terminals will be one of the centerpieces of the redevelopment of Perth Airport. Coupled with system integration by DXC, this will:

• Allow for streamlined operations for both international and domestic carriers.
• Meet expanding route demands of international markets.
• Allow for real-time integration of systems for check-in, baggage, security, and digital signage among others.

Events such as ROUTES ASIA 2025, which will be held in Perth, serve as an opportunity for airlines from over 100 countries to plan new routes to and from Perth, strengthening its position as an International Hub for the Indo-Pacific.

Record Tourism Growth in Western Australia Fuels Travel Demand

Western Australia is recovering from the Pandemic at the fastest rate in Australia. Newest statistics project the state will host the most international travelers in its history at:

• 1.1 million international visitors in 2025.
• $19.2 billion in total visitor spending.
• Growth of travelers from the UK, China, France, and Japan.

Continued tourism growth and its impact on the state’s economy encourages the government to improve air traffic to allow for recovery and growth beyond the pre-Pandemic economy.

Airline and Airport Connectivity: Where Flights Are Growing

Perth Airport expansion and DXC Integration are being implemented while carriers are aggressively growing their route networks.

• Qantas will be able to expand trans-Pacific and Asia routes.
• Emirates will be able to expand Europe and Middle East routes via Dubai.
• Singapore Airlines will have better connections to Southeast Asia.
• Virgin Australia – increase domestic and regional flights based in Perth.

Perth Airport already services 20+ airlines flying to 100+ destinations and is the only international airport in Western Australia.

Top Source Markets for Western Australian Tourism

Visitors to Western Australia are mainly:

• United Kingdom – most visitors.
• Singapore – one of the top international markets to Perth.
• New Zealand – major regional country.
• China – most visitors by expenditure.
• Malaysia – increasing number of holiday travelers.

These markets have a combination of increasing and diverse demand, showing the need for larger airports and more international airlines.

How the Terminal Upgrade Boosts Travel Experience

The ‘One Airport’ project is:

• A single central terminal for all passengers.
• A new runway built parallel to the existing runway.
• Larger international sections.
• Upgrades to digital systems for check-in, security, and other passenger systems.
• Upgrades to integrated IT systems managed by DXC.

Perth Airport before the other Australian airports is aiming for faster systems, less waiting, and better travel for all.

What Travelers Should Do

Travelers need to adapt to the modern travel system by doing the following:

• Keep checking for newly added or expanded flights.
• Keep checking the airlines for announcements of new routes to Perth.
• Buy tickets to the flights before other people do, especially for the more popular international flights.
• Sign up for a service that gives updates and alerts on flight delays or changes.
• Plan stay itineraries early, as tourism in Western Australia continues its record momentum.

FAQ

What is the aim of the Perth Airport expansion?

The objective of the project is to upgrade old facilities, incorporate new IT systems, and accommodate increased passenger numbers and enhanced international capability.

Which airlines will this project benefit most?

Airlines such as Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Virgin Australia will be able to add more services as the new systems come online.

When will we see the new terminal?

By 2031, the consolidated terminal and the complete deployment of the ‘One Airport’ plan will be fully operational. Until then, there will be a phased implementation of different components of the terminal and services.

Perth Airport’s expansion sees DXC Technology integrating 70+ systems, enabling Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Virgin Australia to boost global connectivity.

Author’s Observation

The integration of more than 70 systems at Perth Airport under the direction of DXC is the first step in a strategy to connect Perth with the rest of the world. Record demand for tourism, increases in airline capacity, and the procurement of new infrastructure place Western Australia in a strong position in the competitive Indo‑Pacific travel region. For travelers and the industry this is a crucial time and will change the way people move around the world for many years to come.