Skyports Infrastructure and Wagner Corporation, an Australian property, infrastructure, and sustainable development company, have partnered to explore vertiport development opportunities in the state of Queensland, Australia. The agreement follows a recent announcement between Wisk and Skyports to identify an Entry-into-Service (EIS) network for Wisk’s autonomous Generation 6 aircraft in the South East Queensland (SEQ) region.
“The partnership will explore vertiport development opportunities in strategic locations around Brisbane and the wider Queensland area,” said a company press release. “Wagner Corporation will identify suitable real estate assets from its portfolio, while Skyports will evaluate these sites for design, operational, and commercial feasibility. As part of these efforts, Skyports and Wagner Corporation will collaborate with prospective electric take-off and landing (EVTOL) companies, including Wisk, to identify optimal locations and support their air taxi operations across the Queensland region.
“One example is the Wagner Corporation-owned Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB), where Skyports and Wagner Corporation will conduct feasibility studies to assess the potential for developing a vertiport testbed and future permanent infrastructure. Constructed in 2014, WTB is Australia’s first privately funded public airport. It was built by Wagner Corporation to enhance regional and national passenger transport. Located approximately 90 miles from Brisbane, the airport presents a significant opportunity for the development of a regional air taxi vertiport.
“Skyports and Wagner Corporation will also jointly work on engagement efforts to support the development of Australia’s AAM ecosystem. Leveraging Skyports’ demonstrable industry expertise and Wagner’s local knowledge and operational experience, the partners will engage key stakeholders, including state government, city councils, planning authorities and regulators.”
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