가덕도신공항건설공단

Gadeokdo New Airport Construction Authority
Gadeok,
embracing the sea and
opening a path to the sky
44, Myeongjigukje 7-ro, Gangseo-gu, Busan (Myeongji-dong)
ZIP Code 46726
Airport Development

Project Overview

Project Overview

Gadeokdo New Airport will transform into a global landmark,
positioned as a central hub for passengers and logistics.

Basic Outline

  • 01 Establishing a 24-hour operational airport to create a multimodal transportation hub (quattro-port network) for passengers and logistics.
    • (Passengers) Strengthen global accessibility through aircraft, cars, trains, passenger ships, UAM, etc.
    • (Logistics) Enhance connectivity across airports, seaports, railways, and road networks.
  • 02 Vitalizing the airport economic zone through a sea & air-centered logistics complex in connection with Busan New Port.
    • Aligning with regional development plans, including the Busan-Jinhae Economic Free Zone, airport-integrated city, and airport-specific free trade zone.
    • Strengthening the city’s appeal for attracting new growth industries, including biomedicine, semiconductors, and high-value-added components, while encouraging investment in tourism, leisure, exhibitions, and conventions.
  • 03 Constructing and operating a safe smart airport through advanced technologies, such as BIM and digital twins.
    • Designing seawalls to withstand 100-year projected wave impacts, manage runway gradients to meet ICAO standards, and maintaining a safe distance from ships passing through the Gadeok Strait.
    • Adopting comprehensive project management(PgM) and BIM-based processes for design, construction, and maintenance, complemented by digital twin technology.
  • 04 Constructing a low-carbon, eco-friendly airport in harmony with Gadeokdo’s marine ecosystem and natural surroundings.
    • Designing terminals in harmony with the surrounding natural environment, committing to RE100 by utilizing renewable energy and introducing SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) to ensure sustainable operations.

Business Overview

Purpose
Advancing balanced national development and enhance Korea's global competitiveness through the efficient and timely construction of a safe, multifunctional airport centered on passengers and logistics.
Location
Gadeokdo area, Gangseo-gu, Busan
Area
6,669,000㎡

Location Environment

Location

  • Location : Gadeokdo area, Gangseo-gu, Busan Metropolitan City

Surrounding Environment

  • Located in the southeastern region of Busan, within the administrative jurisdiction of Gadeokdo-dong, Gangseo-gu.

Location Characteristics

  • A 24/7 operational airport designed to minimize noise and environmental impacts.
  • A multi-modal logistics hub integrating the new airport with Busan New Port.
  • An international airport with optimized geographical conditions fostering balanced growth and strengthening national competitiveness.