I don´t see the problem runway 08 regarding the ´´pond´´ coming back into airline use. More stands - more income. As already stated buses are used for stands 10-15 and 1 right as well as 46, 47 and 48 plus the south stands. I personally have been bussed from gate 1 to stand 46 a couple of times. If my memory serves me correctly I can remember passengers being bussed from the aircraft run-up bay!
I know the layout is not great by any means but you have to go with what you have got and make the most of it.