Air New Zealand Hangar 4

Project Name:
Air New Zealand Hangar 4

Project Budget:
$130 – $140 million

Completion Date:
Mid 2025

    Location:
    Auckland Airport

    Contractor:

    • Hydraulic Plumbing Contractor
    • Electrical Contractor
    • HVAC Contractor

    About this project:

    Air New Zealand’s Hangar 4 is the world’s largest single-span timber aircraft hangar. Spanning 10,000m² at its Auckland engineering base, it’s designed for efficiency and sustainability, with a 5-6 Green Star rating, double-layer insulation, and ceiling fans for cooling. The hangar accommodates a wide-body aircraft and two narrow-body jets.

    FDG’s contribution

    FDG contributed to the successful delivery of the Hangar 4 project by supplying essential MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) building services. Our involvement extended beyond standard supply to include the design and fabrication of custom bracketry engineered to address the site’s specific structural and spatial challenges.

    These tailored solutions were developed in close coordination with other trades to ensure seamless integration and prevent clashes during installation, supporting a more efficient construction process. Alongside precision manufacturing, we provided fast and reliable delivery directly to site, helping maintain the project schedule.

    To meet environmental and durability requirements, we applied specialised coatings designed to offer long-term corrosion protection. Through this comprehensive and responsive approach, FDG delivered both technical innovation and operational efficiency, strengthening our role as a trusted partner on complex infrastructure projects.

    Key Features

    • Largest Timber Arch Hangar in the Southern Hemisphere
      The facility will feature a 98-metre laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and cross-laminated timber (CLT) hybrid arch—making it the largest single-span timber aircraft hangar in the southern hemisphere. Designed with Dunning Thornton, the lightweight structure allows for faster and more efficient on-site assembly than steel.

    • Purpose-Built for Operational Efficiency
      The innovative arch geometry increases usable floor area, creating more room for equipment storage and aircraft planning offices. Underground service pits support aircraft operations discreetly, keeping the hangar floor clear and efficient.

    • Benchmark in Sustainable Aviation Infrastructure
      Covering 10,000m², the facility is designed to achieve a 5–6 Green Star rating under the NZ Green Building Council, reflecting international best practice in sustainable design, construction, and performance.

      Products Supplied

      Cable Containment
      Modframe
      Pipe Clamping Solutions
      Seismic Bracing & Design
      Seismic Anchors
      Site Consumables