The Vanguard of Aviation consulting
Lisa Hammock
13 Jan 2025
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5 min read
Airports are no longer just transit hubs; they are dynamic ecosystems that must balance capacity, security, passenger experience, sustainability, and commercial performance—all while operating in one of the most heavily regulated industries in the world.
This is where PAG delivers real value.
Aviation projects are uniquely complex. Whether it’s terminal expansions, airside infrastructure, asset optimisation, or airfield design, the margins for error are razor-thin. Poor planning or execution can lead to delays, safety risks, inefficiencies, and massive cost overruns.
Why Airports Need PAG
At the core of aviation infrastructure is a simple reality: generalist project managers and consultants struggle in this space. Standard project methodologies don’t account for:
The complexity of airfield operations – Every decision impacts aircraft movements, passenger flow, and security.
Strict regulatory requirements – Compliance with CASA, IATA, ICAO, and government regulations requires specialist knowledge.
Live operational environments – Airports operate 24/7, meaning projects must be delivered while minimising disruption to flights, passengers, and retail operations.
Asset lifespan and resilience – Runways, taxiways, baggage systems, and terminal facilities must be designed and managed for decades of heavy use.
What We Do That Others Can’t
PAG exists because aviation cannot afford inefficiency. We bring the precision, foresight, and technical expertise that airports require to keep projects on track and operations running smoothly.
We de-risk airport infrastructure projects.
Our aviation specialists understand the airside, landside, and terminal ecosystems.
We anticipate bottlenecks, regulatory challenges, and operational constraints before they become problems.
Our experience ensures faster approvals, reduced delays, and better cost control.
We optimise capacity and efficiency.
Airports face growing passenger numbers and increasing demand on infrastructure.
We design and manage projects that maximise throughput without costly overbuilds.
Our approach ensures better passenger flow, improved baggage handling, and streamlined aircraft turnaround times.
We make compliance effortless.
We work within the complex web of aviation regulations and safety standards.
Our team ensures that infrastructure and operational projects align with CASA, ICAO, IATA, and government mandates.
We prevent costly compliance failures that can delay projects and impact safety.
We integrate commercial strategy with infrastructure planning.
Airports are businesses, and every infrastructure decision impacts revenue.
We ensure that capital projects align with commercial goals—from retail space planning to airline agreements and freight logistics.
Our expertise helps airports capture revenue opportunities while optimising capital expenditure.
We help airports meet sustainability and net-zero targets.
Aviation is under pressure to reduce carbon footprints.
We integrate sustainable design, energy efficiency, and environmental resilience into airport projects.
Our work helps airports comply with emissions targets, improve energy efficiency, and future-proof infrastructure against climate risks.
PAG: The Aviation Partner Airports Rely On
Aviation projects cannot afford uncertainty—delays cost millions, safety failures risk lives, and inefficiencies impact entire economies. PAG exists to solve these challenges with precision and expertise.
Airports don’t need consultants. They need specialists.