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Leeds Bradford Airport Opens New Terminal Extension
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Leeds Bradford Airport Opens New Terminal Extension Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has officially opened and commenced operations from its brand-new terminal. Effective from Tuesday 17th June, the opening marks the end of the first phase of the airport’s ongoing £100 million terminal expansion project. From today, all passengers arriving and departing via LBA will benefit from the upgraded terminal facilities, which support the airport’s commitment to enhance customer service and regional connectivity. The completion of the terminal extension has introduced a modernised arrivals process...
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Manchester Airport unveils new multi-million pound project to revamp Terminal 3
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Manchester Airport unveils new multi-million pound project to revamp Terminal 3 Manchester Airport today announced a multi-million pound investment in Terminal 3, which will free-up space and improve the passenger experience. The project will remodel the entrance to the terminal, the security hall and the departure lounge - creating extra space for passengers and for new retailers, as well as updating the look and feel of the building. The Northern hub launched its ambitions transformation programme in 2015. It involves doubling the size of Terminal 2 and closing Terminal 1 – but now the...
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East Midlands Airport unveils vision to unlock full cargo potential
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East Midlands Airport unveils vision to unlock full cargo potential • Proposals could help support 21,300 jobs by 2043 • Four airport sites including Freeport tax sites earmarked for development • Developments could meet an estimated 54% growth in demand for express air freight East Midlands Airport today unveiled plans that could create more than 20,000 jobs by making land around its runway available for development. The blueprint for growth aims to unlock East Midlands Airport’s full potential as the UK’s most important air cargo hub and help to meet a...
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Luton Airport Expansion Approved as “Tipping Point” for UK Economy
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Luton Airport Expansion Approved as “Tipping Point” for UK Economy New £2bn growth plans to deliver £1.5bn annual economic boost, 11,000 jobs, and greater travel choice, with profits pledged for communities London Luton Airport (LLA) has secured government approval for a transformative expansion, with passenger capacity set to rise from 18 million to 32 million annually—a move hailed as a “tipping point” for both local and national economies. The plans, including a new terminal and 77,000 additional flights per year, promise to generate £1.5 billion annually for the UK economy, expand...
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The future prospects of Manchester Airport: A New Era of Travel to Follow Terminal Project Completion
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The future prospects of Manchester Airport: A New Era of Travel to Follow Terminal Project Completion Image: Manchester Airport Manchester Airport, a cornerstone of the UK’s aviation infrastructure, is poised to redefine air travel in the North of England with the imminent completion of its transformative terminal project. As one of the busiest airports outside London, this £1.3 billion upgrade promises to enhance passenger experience, boost regional economic growth, and solidify Manchester’s status as a global transport hub. Here’s what travellers, businesses, and investors can expect...
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New name revealed for major cargo hub development at Newcastle Airport
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New name revealed for major cargo hub development at Newcastle Airport A major new cargo hub earmarked to be built at Newcastle Airport could create thousands of jobs and boost the North East economy by up to £165m a year. The 750,000 sq ft site, which has officially been named AirLink, will serve as a key hub for cargo operators, freight forwarders and ground handling agents. The development is being brought to market by the Airport in conjunction with its commercial property partner Naylors Gavin Black. The site’s new name was unveiled at MIPIM - a four-day property and investment...
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FIRST LOOK: Leeds Bradford Airport unveils first animation of terminal expansion
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FIRST LOOK: Leeds Bradford Airport unveils first animation of terminal expansion Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has today released a video and new CGI visuals to showcase an exciting glimpse into its transformative £100 million terminal expansion. The major redevelopment, set to be completed in time for the summer 2025 holidays, is designed to elevate passenger experience while reinforcing the airport’s commitment to sustainability and regional economic growth. The latest video and images bring to life what passengers can expect when they visit the new terminal, providing a more expansive...
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Get Britain Building: Heathrow clears for take-off a multi-billion-pound plan to upgrade and expand UK’s Gateway to Growth

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Get Britain Building: Heathrow clears for take-off a multi-billion-pound plan to upgrade and expand UK’s Gateway to Growth Just two weeks after the Chancellor backed a third runway, Heathrow is launching its largest investment programme in the airport’s history to upgrade and expand the ‘UK’s Gateway to Growth’ through 100% private funding  Multi-billion-pound phased investment beginning this year with a UK-wide supply chain to help deliver the Government’s mission on economic growth – including commitment on UK steel    Attendees including Industry Minister Sarah Jones, Community Union...
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LLA responds to Chancellor's growth speech
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LLA responds to Chancellor's growth speech Wednesday, 29th January 2025: Approval for sustainable growth at London Luton Airport would be a tipping point for the future of the local and national economies • Expansion of London Luton Airport would provide up to 11,000 new jobs. • The plans would generate an additional £1.5 billion in the economy each year, increase consumer choice and improve transport links across the UK. • It would also lead to additional funds for Luton Council to invest in public service and local communities. London Luton Airport Operations Limited...
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Passengers on the rise in transformational year for Leeds Bradford Airport
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Passengers on the rise in transformational year for Leeds Bradford Airport 2025 is set to be a big year for Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) with phase 1 of the £100 million terminal regeneration on track to be complete, allowing even more customers to depart from Yorkshire’s largest airport. This is welcome news for the region as LBA has today released figures that confirm both passenger numbers and flights continue to increase at a positive rate. 2024 saw a 5.8% rise in passengers travelling from LBA compared to 2023, with over 4.24 million people taking to the skies across almost 32,000...
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Help Shape Bristol Airport’s Future Plans
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Help Shape Bristol Airport’s Future Plans Bristol Airport is reminding people that there’s still time to take part in consultation for the Airport’s master plan and help shape its future plans. The Airport has set out its masterplan to 2040 to meet the strong and growing demand of people in the region using the Airport. The consultation, which started in November last year, runs until 31 January. The proposals would enable the Airport to provide more connections and serve new destinations, including a limited number of new longer-haul flights, connecting the region directly with...
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Heathrow announces £2.3bn accelerated investment plan to upgrade the UK’s international gateway to growth

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Heathrow announces £2.3bn accelerated investment plan to upgrade the UK’s international gateway to growth  Heathrow announces £2.3 billion accelerated investment plan to upgrade the airport over the next two years – the largest private sector capital investment in UK transport infrastructure, with an increase of almost a quarter of a billion compared to previous estimates Investment will fund projects such as accelerating the airport’s decarbonisation, and over the two years will create contract opportunities for businesses and SMEs nationwide Increased investment comes as Heathrow...
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Runway upgrades taking place at East Midlands Airport during no-flights periods
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Runway upgrades taking place at East Midlands Airport during no-flights periods East Midlands Airport is undertaking a series of scheduled closures to carry out upgrades to its runway, taxiways and other parts of the airfield to ensure the ongoing safety and effectiveness of its passenger and cargo operations. Three sessions before the end of the year and a further six in the new year have been coordinated with airlines and timed to coincide with periods when there are no flights and the airport can close with no impact on customers. The runway, taxiway and aircraft stands handle around...
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London Stansted unveils £1.1bn investment programme
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London Stansted unveils £1.1bn investment programme London Stansted reveals details of a five-year £1.1bn investment programme that will deliver wide-ranging benefits to passengers and help secure links to even more global destinations. The centrepiece of the plans is a £600m extension to the airport’s existing terminal, which will create a bright spacious environment, with more seating areas plus new shops, bars and restaurants to give travellers even more choice than they have today. The plans were first announced at the government’s International Investment Summit yesterday and...
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Check-in improvements will deliver more space for passengers at Edinburgh Airport

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Check-in improvements will deliver more space for passengers at Edinburgh Airport Image: Edinburgh Airport Edinburgh Airport, part of the VINCI Airports network, has launched a £5.8 million project to redesign its check-in hall. This project will deliver more space for passengers and introduce new self-service technology and digital wayfinding. The investment will see zones A and D redesigned to create an improved, more seamless experience for passengers, with works ongoing from October 1. Zone A, the area currently used by Ryanair, will undergo a full redesign with digital wayfinding...
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Malta International Airport completes resurfacing of Runway 05-23

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Earlier today, Malta International Airport successfully concluded the resurfacing of Runway 05-23; the airport’s 2.4 kilometres-long secondary runway, which was originally constructed as an air force base when Malta was under British Rule. While the runway has re-opened to General Aviation, it is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2023, with minor infrastructural works due to take place in early January. Runway 23-05 is generally limited to use by General Aviation aircraft and aviation training institutions, however the runway also carries 9% of the airport’s commercial...
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Halfway there: the story so far of Birmingham airports security hall build
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Halfway there: the story so far of Birmingham airports security hall build Exclusive footage was released today showing the ongoing construction of Birmingham Airport (BHX)’s £50m new security hall. Time-lapse video conveys the scale and complexity of the project to transform the Midlands transport hub. This is just one of the upgrades in BHX’s £300m capital investment programme, which will take it from a 12m-customer-a-year airport today to one serving 18m customers a year by 2033. Work on the new security hall has made significant progress since April, with the state-of-the-art...
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Bristol Airport Invests £3.5m in Air Traffic Control Tower
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Bristol Airport Invests £3.5m in Air Traffic Control Tower Bristol Airport has commenced work on a comprehensive six-month refurbishment of the Air Traffic Control Tower and is investing over £3.5m to improve and enhance the 20-year-old facility. The Tower will undergo extensive renovations, improving the overall aesthetics and functionality of the building whilst meeting the latest building standards and regulations. It will incorporate environmentally friendly elements such as energy-efficient lighting, heating and cooling system reducing the building’s carbon footprint. The project...
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Leeds Bradford Airport £100m Regeneration Programme
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Leeds Bradford Airport £100m Regeneration Programme Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) has announced over a £100m investment into a vital regeneration of its terminal facilities which will dramatically improve the passenger experience and help unlock economic growth for the region. Approved by Leeds City Council, the work is set to commence in autumn 2023 and is expected to complete in 2026. Farrans Construction has been appointed as the contractor to deliver Phase 1 of the project, the construction of the terminal extension. The regeneration will see a 9,500 sq. mt., three storey extension...
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Bristol Airport announces transformational public transport hub project
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Bristol Airport announces transformational public transport hub project Bristol Airport has commenced work on its largest capital project ever and is investing over £60m in creating a public transport interchange hub and multi-storey car park. This transformational project will enhance services and accessibility for customers whether arriving or departing from Bristol Airport. Customers using Bristol Airport will notice preparation and enabling works taking place in front of the terminal and within the Northside Car Park. The project will provide: Over £60m investment New public...
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Participate in the examination of London Gatwick’s growth plans
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Participate in the examination of London Gatwick’s growth plans From today, members of the public can submit their views on the airport’s plans to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use, alongside its Main Runway The Planning Inspectorate must receive ‘Relevant Representations’ no later than 23:59 on 29 October 2023. Airport’s plans will create 14,000 new jobs and inject £1 billion into region’s economy every year. London Gatwick’s application to bring its Northern Runway into routine use, alongside its Main Runway, was accepted for examination by the Planning Inspectorate...
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Plans announced to extend terminal building
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Plans announced to extend terminal building London Stansted today announced its intention to submit a planning application for an extension to the airport’s existing terminal building. The proposed scheme, which if approved will see a three-bay extension to the back of the terminal building, is designed to transform the airport experience. It will provide a more spacious departure lounge for passengers, including new shops, bars and restaurants, state-of-the-art check-in equipment, increased baggage system capacity and an enlarged security hall with additional space for more security...
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London Gatwick’s growth plans expected to boost region’s economy by £1 billion every year and generate 14,000 new jobs
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London Gatwick’s growth plans expected to boost region’s economy by £1 billion every year and generate 14,000 new jobs London Gatwick submits planning application to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use to improve resilience and increase capacity 78% of residents, who expressed an opinion, support Gatwick’s plans, and the economic boost and new jobs they will provide for the region Significant commitments given to local communities include legally binding agreements to control noise and reduce carbon emissions Major road improvements include a flyover to separate airport...
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London Gatwick kicks-off multi-million-pound North Terminal redevelopment
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London Gatwick kicks-off multi-million-pound North Terminal redevelopment Major international airport London Gatwick invests millions to transform passenger experience More than £10 million to be invested to create a more appealing space for passengers to relax, shop, and eat Modernisation will provide passengers with clear orientation and sightlines, new flooring, new seating with power points, and local artwork Passengers travelling through London Gatwick’s North Terminal will soon be able to enjoy a host of new features, as its biggest ever transformation gets underway. The...
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New security area for BHX
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Works begins on new BHX security area Work is under way on Birmingham Airport’s new security screening area. The new facility, being built within the existing terminal building, will result in a speedier, simpler pre-flight security screening process for customers. UK Government requires all airports to be compliant with new standards by 1 June 2024, which is the completion deadline for the project, a total investment of more than £20m. “We are seizing this as an opportunity to improve our operation and, crucially, the customer experience we offer at BHX,” said Al Titterington...
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Birmingham Airport Security Screening Investment to Drive Economic Growth in West Midlands
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Birmingham Airport Security Screening Investment to Drive Economic Growth in West Midlands Customers flying out of Birmingham Airport are to benefit from a simpler, speedier security screening process from June 2024.  This investment in the Next Generation Security system will achieve compliance with new Government standards as well as enabling greater numbers of customers to be processed more quickly at peak times.  In its Master Plan published in 2018, Birmingham Airport outlined its aspiration to grow customer volumes from 13m a year (pre-pandemic) to around 18m by 2033. Its new...
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Landmark achieved for Airport City Manchester hotels
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Landmark achieved for Airport City Manchester hotels The construction of two new hotels at Airport City Manchester has been completed, marking a major milestone for the project. Beijing Construction Engineering Group International (BCEGI), joint venture partner in Airport City Manchester, has finished work on the ibis budget and Holiday Inn hotels, which will now be fitted out before opening in August and September respectively. Together, they will deliver 542 beds and create around 350 jobs. The ibis budget and Holiday Inn are located next to Manchester Airport’s bus, tram and rail...
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Airport City Manchester: Construction begins on new 412-bedroom TRIBE hotel
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TRIBE construction begins at Airport City Manchester Airport City Manchester has commenced work on the construction of a brand new 412-bedroom TRIBE hotel, which is the first of its kind in the UK. Set in the heart of Airport City Manchester’s hotel district, TRIBE will be the third new hotel to be built at the development, following the 280-bed Holiday Inn and a 262-bed Ibis Budget which are due to open in Summer 2022. Once complete, the nine-storey, 12,300m2 TRIBE hotel will feature 412 rooms and suites, restaurant and bar, a gym, and a crew lounge for airline staff. The 24-month...
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Bristol Airport Stakeholders Respond To Airport Expansion Go-Ahead
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Response from key stakeholders in the region after the announcement to give Bristol Airport the go-ahead to expand John Mayer, Somerset Area Lead for the Federation of Small Businesses, said, “At a time when being open for business has never been more important, supporting the sustainable growth of our regional gateway sends a strong signal that our region will continue to welcome trade, tourism, and investment from overseas to the benefit of SME owners. We strongly support Bristol Airport’s commitment to net zero operations by 2030, which will open up new opportunities for innovative...
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Gatwick plans to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use
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Gatwick announces plans to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use - to secure its long-term growth, 18,400 new jobs and a boost to the local economy Gatwick has today announced that a public consultation will start on the 9th September 2021 on plans to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use alongside its Main Runway. The scheme will help secure the airports long-term growth, generating approximately 18,400 additional jobs by 2038 and an additional expected £1.5bn GVA to the region. While passenger numbers currently remain low due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Gatwick...
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