Simon Hickey

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Simon Hickey is the chief executive of Western Sydney Airport, overseeing the development of the curfew-free airport set to open in late 2026. His leadership is crucial as the airport aims to become a significant hub in the region, complementing ongoing infrastructure projects like the new metro line that connects to the airport, which is expected to enhance accessibility for travelers.

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Simon Hickey declared that 'WSI is open for business'.

How the new curfew-free hub is ending the Sydney freight monopoly

The Sydney Morning Herald·

Australia· 2026-07-27

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Simon Hickey, chief executive of Western Sydney Airport, stated that the new cargo hub would significantly boost the city’s air freight capacity.

How new freight hub will change night-time flight rules at Sydney Airport

The Sydney Morning Herald·

Australia· 2026-07-26

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Western Sydney Airport chief executive Simon Hickey told a Senate estimates hearing last week that he had heard that the metro rail line’s opening 'might slip more than a year'.

Multibillion-dollar rail project risks being delayed until 2028

The Sydney Morning Herald·

Australia· 2026-05-31

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Western Sydney Airport chief executive Simon Hickey revealed that it would open for passenger operations at the end of October.

Passenger flights to begin in late October with Qantas, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand confirmed

The Sydney Morning Herald·

Australia· 2026-02-10

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Simon Hickey, the chief executive of Western Sydney Airport, stated that the exercise was a key part of ongoing testing and commissioning ahead of the opening.

First jet aircraft to land at Sydney’s new airport as testing ramps up

The Sydney Morning Herald·

Australia· 2025-10-01

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