02/06/2026
For the first time, Australia 🇦🇺 no longer needs to send key military aircraft overseas for deep maintenance.
✈️ At RAAF Base Edinburgh, BESIX Watpac has delivered a purpose built aviation hub for the Royal Australian Air Force’s Boeing 737-based fleet, including the P 8A Poseidon and E 7A Wedgetail.
At its core: a 240 metre hangar, directly connected to the active airbase, designed to handle some of the most advanced military aircraft in service today.
🫡 Built in one of the country’s most controlled and secure environments, and delivered ahead of schedule!
This project strengthens Australia’s sovereign defence capability and develops long-term expertise on home soil, while creating hundreds of local jobs during construction.
Full story in the press release: https://www.besix.com/en/news/besix-watpac-delivers-landmark-defence-aviation-facility-at-raaf-base-edinburgh
🤝 Client: Renewal SA
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