All United Kingdom and Ireland articles – Page 8
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ArticleWhy airports need a strategic approach to deliver exceptional passenger experience
In an increasingly demanding travel landscape, airports have a crucial role to play in providing passengers with positive experiences. Phil Malem, CEO of +impact, explores the key elements needed to achieve this goal.
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NewsHeathrow announces festive events and activities ahead of Christmas
Heathrow Airport is bringing festive cheer to travellers this December with seasonal decorations, interactive activities and special services across all terminals.
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NewsGatwick Airport evacuates South Terminal after suspect package found
Gatwick Airport's South Terminal was evacuated after a suspect package, with services resuming later that day.
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PodcastPromoting independent and accessible travel at London Gatwick Airport
Listen to this exclusive podcast with one of the Shaw Trust's UK's 100 Most Influential Disabled People and Accessibility Manager at London Gatwick Airport.
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NewsLondon Gatwick trials new smart stand technology
By enabling more efficient turn times, the smart stand is designed to enhance safety procedures, improve stand utilisation, maintain punctuality, and improve passenger experience.
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NewsUK Civil Aviation Authority launches consultation on proposed charges to support safety, innovation and growth
The UK Civil Aviation Authority has opened an eight-week consultation on proposed charges aimed at enhancing safety, supporting innovation, and fostering sustainability in aerospace, with feedback closing on 15 January 2025.
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NewsAirportsUK has responded to NATS report on its flight planning system failure of 2023
Karen Dee, chief executive of AirportsUK, the trade body for UK airports has responded to NATS report of its 2023 system failure.
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NewsUK launches HADeS competition to enhance airport security with £500k in funding for innovators
Connected Places Catapult has launched the HADeS competition, offering up to £500k to innovators developing advanced airport security technologies, aiming to improve alarm resolution and screening efficiency.
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NewsAviAlliance acquires AGS Airports for £1.53 Billion
AviAlliance has acquired AGS Airports, which operates Aberdeen, Glasgow and Southampton airports, for £1.53 billion, with plans to enhance connectivity, passenger experience and sustainability in the UK’s growing air travel market.
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NewsLondon Luton Airport invests in sustainable fleet to reduce emissions and achieve Net Zero by 2040
London Luton Airport is progressing towards its Net Zero goal by 2040 with a multi-million-pound investment in sustainable vehicles. This initiative will reduce airport emissions by nearly 15% starting this year.
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NewsBirmingham Airport reappoints NATS as air traffic service provider in 10-year partnership
NATS will take over the air traffic and associated engineering service after Birmingham Airport announced that it will reappoint NATS as its air traffic service provider on a 10-year contract.
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NewsLondon Luton Airport becomes first airport worldwide to achieve BSI psychological health and safety certification
London Luton Airport has made history by becoming the first airport globally to receive certification from BSI for its Psychological Health and Safety Management scheme.
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NewsLondon Heathrow Airport relaunches 'Fly Quieter and Greener' scheme, ranking airlines on noise and emissions performance
London Heathrow Airport has relaunched its 'Fly Quieter and Greener' scheme, ranking the top 50 airlines on noise and emissions to encourage improvements and provide transparency to stakeholders.
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NewsNew security scanning technology now allows faster security processing times at London Luton Airport
A study commissioned by London Luton Airport shows that passengers can now pack with less concern about their wardrobes, since state-of-the-art body scanners and CT scanner technology was installed since July 2024.
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NewsBelfast City Airport’s ‘Autism in the Air’ event gave opportunity for autistic people to experience the airport
Belfast City Airport hosted a special event, ‘Autism in the Air’, in partnership with Queen’s University Belfast, to help children become familiar with the airport environment, making future travel more accessible and stress-free.
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NewsLondon Stansted Airport announced a five-year investment plan worth £1.1bn
London Stansted Airport has announced a five-year £1.1bn investment programme, with the centrepiece of the plans being a £600m extension to the airport’s existing terminal, which will create a bright spacious environment.
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NewsBelfast City Airport has completed a £3m instalment of high-tech security scanners
Belfast City Airport has completed its £3m investment project that has significantly enhanced security checks, the new security screening technology will enable passengers to keep liquids, gels, and pastes, including toiletries and cosmetics, up to 100ml.
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NewsLondon City Airport awards over £41,000 to local charities through community fund
London City Airport has awarded over £41,000 in grants to 15 local charities and non-profit organisations through its Community Fund, supporting a range of initiatives across eight London boroughs.
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NewsACOG publishes report on UK airspace modernisation
A new report from the Airspace Change Organising Group highlights the critical need to modernise UK airspace to drive economic growth, reduce flight delays, as well as improve sustainability and passenger experience.
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NewsMidland’s aerospace industry gathered for discussions about the future of aviation
The UK Civil Aviation Authority hosted a meeting with 22 delegates from across Midland’s aerospace industry for talks about the future of aviation, with the event taking place at Collins Aerospace in Wolverhampton.