Fiji Airports has initiated a transformative partnership with COX Architecture to design the landside master plan for Nadi and Nausori Airports.
This ambitious project aligns with the 2024–2048 Nadi Airport airside master plan and marks a significant milestone in redefining Fiji’s aviation landscape.
"We’re thrilled to develop an aerotropolis master plan for Fiji Airports at Nadi and Nausori. Collaborating with local architects Tropicx Design Studio and our Fiji and Australia-based consultant team, we aim to not only enhance airport operations but also revitalise the surrounding communities and businesses," says COX Director, John Ferendinos.
According to Australian-based practice COX Architecture, the airport of today is no longer just a place to wait; they are civic gateways, the first brushstroke in a visitor’s impression of a place.
COX Architecture, known for its work on global aviation projects such as Singapore’s Changi Airport Terminal 3, New Delhi International Airport Terminal 3, and Sydney International Airport, will bring its world-class expertise to this visionary initiative.
Render of Western Sydney International Airport / COX Architecture
So it’s no wonder that over the next decade, Fiji Airports will undertake extensive redevelopment projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure, improving passenger experiences, and fostering economic growth.
The plan includes modernised facilities, expanded car parks, new gates and aerobridges, and the creation of a state-of-the-art domestic terminal. These initiatives are designed not only to strengthen airport operations but also to create diverse opportunities for surrounding communities and businesses.
The project will be delivered in collaboration with Tropicx Design Studio, a Fiji-based architectural firm, and a team of consultants from both Fiji and Australia. This partnership will ensure the integration of global best practices with a deep understanding of the local context.
The agreement between Fiji Airports and COX Architecture follows a rigorous tender process, underscoring the importance of selecting a partner capable of delivering a project of this scale and complexity.
Render of Western Sydney International Airport / COX Architecture
Fiji Airports has committed to 18 major projects over the next decade, a testament to the organisation’s dedication to positioning Nadi and Nausori Airports as leading aviation hubs in the South Pacific.
This ambitious plan is set to elevate the role of Fiji’s airports, transforming them into catalysts for economic growth and innovation.
The collaboration between Fiji Airports, COX Architecture, and Tropicx Design Studio represents a bold vision for the future, one that prioritises connectivity, sustainability, and economic opportunity.
John Ferendinos, a director of COX Architecture and Fiji Airports Chief Executive Mesake Nawari / COX Architecture on LinkedIn
Image: COX Architecture is known for its work on Western Sydney International Airport / COX Architecture
