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Biman Bangladesh Airlines Return To Manchester Airport From New Year

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Return To Manchester Airport From New Year Flights to Dhaka start in January Three flights per week on state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner News announced by Airport CEO during formal visit to Bangladesh led by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham Huge benefit to 70,000 Bangladeshi population in airport’s vast catchment area Businesses also set to benefit from connectivity Return business class fares from £1,500 and economy £580 The national flag carrier of Bangladesh today announced its return to Manchester Airport, with a new service to Sylhet and Dhaka set to start in the New Year. Biman Bangladesh Airlines will fly three times a week from the UK’s northern hub to the Bangladeshi capital and Sylhet...
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Over 1,000 former Thomas Cook and supply chain staff attend employment fair

Over 1,000 former Thomas Cook and supply chain staff attend employment fair An employment fair which took place at Manchester Airport last week (Thursday 3 October) was attended by over 1,000 former Thomas Cook and supply chain employees. Following the announcement on 23 September that the company had entered compulsory liquidation, public and private partners worked together to host the event which provided advice and information for former staff. Over 40 employers with more than 6,000 vacancies in a range of sectors were on hand to speak to potential candidates about their career options and next steps. Jobcentre Plus, Citizens Advice, the Insolvency Service, Unite the Union and other support services were also able to help people...
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Employment fair to support former Thomas Cook employees

Employment fair to support former Thomas Cook employees A dedicated employment fair for the thousands of North West workers who have lost their jobs following the demise of Thomas Cook, including supply chain employees, will be held at Manchester Airport on Thursday 3 October. The event – at the Runway Visitor Park at the airport – will bring together dozens of organisations, who together have thousands of vacancies that may interest those impacted by the announcement that the airline had entered compulsory liquidation. It will also offer one-to-one advice and direct people to relevant sources of information, advice and guidance about work, skills and training opportunities; how to claim redundancy payments, benefits; and wider...
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Manchester Airport unveils its new food and beverage offering

Manchester Airport unveils its new food and beverage offering in its £1bn transformation of Terminal Two More than a dozen (15) exciting and new brands set to tantalise passengers’ taste buds Brands have a distinct Mancunian feel, echoing the roots and heritage of the region the airport serves Five brands making airport debuts Outlets due to open in 2020 as new terminal extension opens For more information on each of the brands log onto www.manchesterairport.co.uk/new-bars-and-restaurants-summer-2020/ Manchester Airport today gave passengers a flavour of the future, as it revealed the first wave of food and drink outlets that will feature in the new “super terminal” being built as part of its £1bn transformation. The list includes a...
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Norwegian announces new route from Manchester to Bergen

Norwegian announces new route from Manchester to Bergen Norwegian is expanding its Scandinavian network at Manchester Airport with the addition of a new non-stop service to Bergen. Passengers in Manchester and the North West will now be able to explore the Norwegian city of Bergen for less this winter with fares from £43.90 one way. The new route will commence on the 28th October 2019 for the winter season with two weekly flights on a Monday and Friday, offering consumers more choice when travelling with Norwegian to Scandinavia. As the Gateway to the Fjords of Norway, a UNESCO World Heritage City and a European City of Culture, the Bergen region combines nature, culture and urban life all in one place. Visitors can enjoy a trip to...
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Manchester Airport calls for firm commitment from Government ahead of aviation consultation closing

Manchester Airport calls for firm commitment from Government ahead of aviation consultation closing As the Government’s consultation on the future of UK aviation comes to a close in a matter of days, the UK’s third biggest airport today called for a firm commitment to the North, as it edged closer to an historic high of 30m passengers. Last month saw the airport reach 28.9m annual passengers, with the Northern hub set to hit 30m by the end of the financial year. May saw it welcome 2.6m passengers through its three terminals. On June 20, the Government’s Aviation 2050 Green Paper consultation closes and bosses of Manchester Airport have called on Ministers to recognise the critical role it will play in driving Northern growth and...
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Easter getaways see Manchester Airport's passenger numbers continue to grow

Easter getaways see Manchester Airport's passenger numbers continue to grow Manchester Airport has seen another month of growth, with an 8% year on year increase in its passenger numbers in April. It sees the annual rolling passenger total reach 28.8 million for the first time ever. The UK’s third largest airport saw nearly 2.4m people fly through its three terminals last month as passengers jetted off over the Easter holidays. The most popular of the airport’s 210 destinations in April were Dublin, Amsterdam, Dubai, Tenerife and Alicante, as passengers enjoyed both sun and city breaks. There was strong growth across a wide range of the airport’s extensive route network. Passenger numbers to Croatia were up 59.4%, Portugal saw growth...
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Manchester Airport retains its crown as Best UK Airport

Manchester Airport retains its crown as Best UK Airport for fifth year in a row Manchester Airport is flying high after being named the UK’s best airport, for a fifth year running, at the Globe Awards hosted by Travel Weekly. The UK’s third largest airport fought off competition from the likes of Heathrow, Liverpool, Gatwick and Birmingham to receive the accolade. The award comes after a strong 2018 for Manchester Airport, which saw it smash its all-time passenger record, as 28.2m people passed through the airport in the calendar year. It also saw Manchester Airport launch a wealth of new routes including Addis Ababa, Mumbai and Seattle. Voted for by UK wide travel agents, representatives from Manchester Airport picked up the award...
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Manchester Airport reacts to publication of the Government’s Aviation Strategy Green Paper

Manchester Airport reacts to publication of the Government’s Aviation Strategy Green Paper Yesterday (17 December 2019), Government published its Aviation Strategy Green Paper, called Aviation 2050: The Future of UK Aviation. The draft strategy, open for public consultation for 16 weeks, is structured around a series of objectives: support growth while tackling environmental impacts help the aviation industry work for its customers build a global and connected Britain/ encourage competitive markets ensure a safe and secure way to travel develop innovation, technology and skills airspace modernisation There is important recognition in the document of the vital role that aviation plays in creating jobs, driving trade, tourism and...
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Jet Airways commences flights between Manchester & Mumbai

Manchester- Mumbai route takes off and is set to unlock £400m of benefits for the North The launch of new direct flights to Mumbai, India’s economic capital, is set to deliver a £400m boost to the North. Jet Airways’ five-times-a-week service takes off for the first time this morning, at a celebration attended by Aviation Minister, Baroness Liz Sugg and hundreds of guests from across the region. The route will unlock hundreds of millions of pounds of trade, investment and tourism benefits, according to a report released to coincide with the launch. It follows a sustained push from Manchester Airport and regional partners to establish the first ever link between the North of England and Mumbai, driven by the increasing economic ties...
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