Australian flag-carrying airline Qantas has announced its intention to make significant improvements to its worldwide network of passenger lounges. The focus of attention will be on improving the level of luxury while also increasing the number of lounges. This will be the biggest investment Qantas has made in the last ten years where its lounges are concerned.
The airline will be creating four brand-new lounges, including the Hobart Qantas Club, the New Broome Regional Lounge and a flagship First Lounge in London Heathrow Airport. Beyond this there will also be extensive improvements to existing lounges, including a refreshed Hong Kong International Lounge, a complete refurbishment of the International Business Lounge in Sydney, and an updating and expansion of the International Business Lounge in Melbourne.
The majority of Qantas' lounges are in Australia with 42, including 12 for regional destinations, and nine overseas lounges. This current improvement drive will take effect over the next three years and is in addition to a previous statement relating to other lounge improvements. These lounges are located in multiple destinations including Auckland, Adelaide, Rockhampton and Port Headland.
Construction of the brand-new First Lounge at London's Heathrow Airport is set to align with the launch of Project Sunrise, Qantas' direct flights between the UK and the east coast of Australia. The First Lounge will operate alongside the current International Lounge, which will become a dedicated International Business Lounge. First Lounge is expected to open in late 2025.
