Why airport expansions fuelled by booming travel demand could be a double-edged sword July 15, 2024 In a report, the ratings agency Moody's said rising passenger numbers would drive "significant investment" in expansion projects.
Gatwick’s expansion is ‘incredibly important for the UK’, says boss June 19, 2024 Gatwick airport is looking to invest billions to grow its footprint, but is it needed?
Gatwick boss on the hub’s bumper summer and the return of Virgin Atlantic June 18, 2024 As one of the busiest summers of travel in history gets underway, Gatwick chief executive Stewart Wingate catches up with Morning Wire at the airport.
Bring in duty free on arrival for post-Brexit boost, says Gatwick boss June 13, 2024 Introducing duty-free arrivals would boost the UK's competitiveness and stimulate jobs in the retail sector, Gatwick says.
Menzies chief: Airlines could ditch Heathrow if third runway isn’t approved June 11, 2024 Menzies Aviation chief Philipp Joeinig said airlines would begin to "look for alternatives" if they see Heathrow can't cope with a ramp up in capacity.
Election 2024: Next government must back London as an ‘engine of growth’ June 10, 2024 The next government must back London as an “engine of growth” for the UK, including supporting airport and rail hub expansion, a lobby group is urging.
Edinburgh Airport: Profit soars as passenger numbers near pre-pandemic levels June 7, 2024 Edinburgh Airport has seen profit soar for the second year in a row after passenger numbers rose to within touching distance of their pre-pandemic record.
Tourist tax puts us at a competitive disadvantage, says Gatwick boss June 2, 2024 The UK's tourist tax is putting Gatwick at a "competitive disadvantage" to rival European hubs, according to its chief executive.
Give us our wings, Britain’s largest airport group tells next government May 22, 2024 The next UK government must place aviation at the "heart of their economic plan" to jump-start British business, MAG chief Ken O'Toole has said.
Easyjet questions viability of Gatwick’s £2.2bn second runway plans May 3, 2024 Easyjet has raised major concerns over hub's £2.2bn plans for a second runway, the UK's Planning Inspectorate heard in a hearing on Thursday.