Airports

The UK’s next runway: only Gatwick’s expansion plan comes guaranteed

The aviation debate in the UK has now reached a critical phase. Gatwick Airport director Alastair McDermid sets out his case for investment in a new runway.

5 years 2 weeks ago
Manston Airport's future hinges on DfT review

District council to look at reopening compulsory purchase of the airport site ahead of PwC report due at the end of the month.

5 years 1 month ago
New poll demonstrates public support for runway development in the south east

Airport expansion lobby group Let Britain Fly urges rapid decision from new government in response to Davies Commission recommendations.

5 years 1 month ago
UK business leaders demand action from new Government on vital airport expansion

One hundred business leaders write to Cameron to ramp pressure for post Davies Commission decision on new runway in the South East.

5 years 1 month ago
Domestic flights surely don’t have to be so difficult?

Joining up the nation is vital but are there creative minds capable of simplifying the process of domestic flight? Gerry O'Brien throws down the gauntlet.

5 years 2 months ago
Manifestos must include commitment to quick decision on airport expansion

Boosting international air connectivity must be front and centre of any credible long-term economic plan, says David Sleath

5 years 2 months ago
Pop up Singapore hangar built in just eight hours

Mott MacDonald modelled a prefabricated stressed steel arch solution in BIM to assure integrity and cut work at height.

5 years 2 months ago
Smaller airports need to benefit from new hub runway say MPs

Transport Committee wants government and Airports Commission to ring fence flight slots for smaller airports. Plus Manston deal under scrutiny.

5 years 3 months ago
Gatwick runway expansion cost could put airport's low cost business model at risk

Independent Transport Commission warns that high cost of investing at Gatwick could see access charges rise beyond sustainable level.

5 years 4 months ago
Let Britain Fly: business needs "quick decision on airports expansion"

Public consultation on the Davies Airport Commission findings has closed - time for decisions and action for business says Mace CEO Mark Reynolds

5 years 5 months ago