Brisbane International Cruise Ship Terminal

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: The Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, designed by Arkhefield, represents a new era in coastal architecture, blending innovative design with functionality. Situated at Luggage Point, this significant structure includes a 208-metre-long wharf and a 270-metre-long elevated walkway, making it equipped to host the world’s largest cruise ships.
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𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: For this project, a pivotal aspect was the selection of durable and aesthetically pleasing materials capable of withstanding close coastal environments. UniCote® Coastal, known for its outstanding corrosion defence and advanced protective properties, was chosen for the roofing and features in cladding elements all around the build. The material's zinc/aluminium/magnesium alloy coating ensures longevity and structural integrity in the face of sea salt and environmental elements in the local area.
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𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: The BICT is not just an architectural feat; it's an economic catalyst expected to inject A$1.3 billion into Brisbane’s economy over the next twenty years. The terminal has created significant employment opportunities, with hundreds of jobs supported during its construction phase and many more in its operational phase.
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𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀: The terminal was meticulously engineered to enhance passenger experiences from 'kerb to cabin' and includes extensive landscaping, parking, and public spaces designed to maximise usability and visitor satisfaction. Managing the complexities of a project of this scale, particularly in ensuring every component could withstand the coastal conditions, was a significant challenge. UniCote® Coastal's exceptional performance characteristics made it an ideal choice for meeting these demands.
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𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: UniCote® Coastal’s application in BICT underlines its adaptability in adverse environments, its self-healing properties play a crucial role in longevity. The product's compliance with fire and thermal resistance standards also ensures safety and performance, crucial for the high traffic expected at the terminal.
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𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀: The Brisbane International Cruise Terminal has set new standards in design and functionality, poised to become a celebrated icon in Queensland’s infrastructure landscape for many years to come.