Gold Coast Airport Soars to New Heights

Record-Breaking September Sets the Stage for a Strong Summer Season

September marked a milestone moment for Gold Coast Airport (GCA), welcoming a record number of more than 560,000 passengers and signalling a powerful start to upcoming summer travel season. As the gateway to one of Australia’s most vibrant tourism destinations, this achievement reflects not only the airport’s operational excellence but also the growing confidence and appetite for travel across the region.

For Daifuku Oceania, a proud partner of Gold Coast Airport for more than 15 years, milestones like this represent more than statistics, they embody the seamless integration of people, systems, and innovation working together to deliver world-class passenger experiences.

Peak Periods, Proven Performance

Periods of peak travel put every element of airport operations to the test, from check-in at our self-bag drop systems, through to baggage handling. Behind the scenes, Daifuku’s advanced baggage handling technologies and dedicated on-site teams ensure that every bag and every passenger continues their journey smoothly, safely, and on time.

“We take immense pride in supporting Gold Coast Airport as it continues to grow as a leading tourism and regional hub,” Therese Revell, Executive General Manager Client Operations Daifuku Oceania. “Our people and systems play a vital role in enabling operational excellence, especially during record-breaking periods when reliability and efficiency are paramount.”

Building for the Future

Adding to this momentum, the recent approval of Gold Coast Airport’s 20-Year Master Plan charts a bold path for the future, one that embraces sustainability, innovation, and accessibility as core pillars of growth. Daifuku Oceania is proud to continue its partnership through this exciting chapter, contributing to the evolution of a smarter, greener, and more connected airport precinct.

As we look ahead to the busy December travel season, the partnership between Daifuku and Gold Coast Airport remains stronger than ever. Together, we’re not just managing growth, we’re enabling it.

In the Spotlight: AAA National Conference 2025

The upcoming Australian Airports Association (AAA) National Conference and Awards will once again shine a spotlight on Gold Coast Airport as the dynamic gateway it is. Recognised five times as Best Regional Airport Australia/Pacific at the Skytrax World Airport Awards, GCA stands as a model of operational excellence and customer experience.

For many attendees travelling through the airport, Daifuku’s presence will be clear, whether it’s through front-of-house passenger technologies or the seamless movement of baggage, powered by the expertise of our local teams.

Fifteen years strong

Together with Gold Coast Airport, Daifuku continues to set new benchmarks for efficiency, reliability, and innovation across the aviation landscape.

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• Gold Coast Airport Continues 15-Year Partnership with Daifuku Oceania.
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