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International rivals overtaking Heathrow is an early warning of Britain’s economy falling behind August passenger demand down 81.5% compared to previous year, with 1.4m people travelling via Heathrow – less than a fifth of what is usually seen in the summer getaway Long haul markets, which are...

Gatwick announces significant companywide restructure plans Gatwick has today announced plans for a significant restructure across its business designed to further reduce operating and staff costs in light of the dramatic impact COVID-19 has had on its passenger and air traffic numbers. The...

Heathrow response to the Secretary of State’s statement on airport testing Responding to the Secretary of State's statement in the House of Commons today, a Heathrow spokesperson said: “We welcome the Transport Secretary’s announcement that testing to shorten quarantine is under active...

Melbourne Airport’s Sustainable Solar Approach A new solar farm at Melbourne Airport will have the capability to produce enough renewable energy to power all four passenger terminals when it is turned on in January 2021. The project is the largest of its kind in Australia. Melbourne Airport...

Direct Bristol Airport coach service returns to Cardiff As demand for post-covid domestic travel grows, a direct airport coach service from Cardiff has been added back onto the National Express network of scheduled coach services. The 216 service from Cardiff to Bristol Airport will run five...

New Managing Director appointed at London Stansted Steve Griffiths, currently Chief Operating Officer at London Stansted, has been appointed Managing Director of the airport. Steve, who joined London Stansted in October 2018 from Transport for London, will be responsible for the day-to-day...

Heathrow statement on efforts to protect jobs at the airport Commenting on the ongoing efforts to protect jobs at the airport, a Heathrow spokesperson said: We are in talks with our unions about the impact of COVID-19 on our business. These talks are in the early stages and we will continue to...

KLM to resume operations from London City Aiport in July Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 crisis, KLM has been adapting its network and flight schedule in line with travel restrictions and demand. From 13th July 2020, KLM is set to resume operations between London City Airport and Amsterdam...

Heathrow announces that employment levels no longer sustainable, as Government launches 14-day quarantine Passenger numbers in May continued at an all-time low (down 97% compared to the same time last year) Grim picture is set to continue thanks to the Government’s quarantine policy which...

Heathrow open letter to Public Health England CEO on temperature checks A Heathrow spokesperson said: “We understand that Public Health England has concluded that temperature checks are ineffective. We think it would be useful if this evidence base is published both to reassure the public that...

Ural Airlines launches new Moscow service from London Stansted London Stansted’s first ever scheduled flight to Moscow took to the skies today with the launch of a new direct service by Russian carrier Ural Airlines. The new airline will connect passengers from across London and the east of...

November sets new records as Heathrow prepares to reunite families and friends over the holidays Heathrow has recorded its busiest ever November with over 6.2 million passengers traveling through the airport, ahead of reuniting even more family and friends for the festive period Passengers...

London Gatwick welcomes new direct service to Shanghai 11 weekly flights are now available from Gatwick to Shanghai with Air China and China Eastern Airlines London Gatwick is today unveiled as the European airport with the fastest growing number of passenger seats to Shanghai, China. This...

These passengers had a rather nasty experience when their British Airways aircraft had to do an emergency landing at Valencia after the aircraft cabin filled with smoke. The aircraft was G-MEDN on a flight from London Heathrow to Valencia. @luciaabrown on Twitter Once again, passengers...

Robust start to financial year as Gatwick celebrates growth 12.5m passengers travelled through Gatwick Q1 April – June 2019 Total passenger numbers +1.7% year-on-year, with long-haul +2.2% Responding to passenger demand Qatar Airways adds five new weekly flights to Doha London Gatwick has...

Over 3.2 Million Passengers Welcomed at Malta International Airport in First Half of 2019 5.9 per cent traffic growth in first half of 2019 3 new routes for winter and 17 route extensions the winter season Malta Airport outperforms 25 EU airports in terms of connectivity growth Mid-year...

Reduced environmental impact and strong community programmes underpin Gatwick’s sustainable growth Recycling and reuse hits 64% with all empty coffee cups and plastics recycled and zero waste sent to landfill Gatwick spent £128 million with local suppliers, sponsored 52 community events and...

Heathrow reveals masterplan for expansion with launch of its largest consultation

Boston route takes off with Delta from Edinburgh The inaugural flight between Edinburgh and Boston with Delta Air Lines has taken off as the airline confirms its New York JFK service is to become year-round. The daily flight to Boston Logan International Airport will operate throughout the...

FENDI is pleased to announce the opening of it’s first boutique at Heathrow’s Terminal 3. The new boutique will be the second Heathrow retail opening for FENDI, following Terminal 4 in 2018. FENDI is renowned for its tradition, creativity and historically-acclaimed craftsmanship, and these core...