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Heathrow strikes new deal on charges with airlines
Following detailed negotiations over the past several months, Heathrow and major airlines operating at the airport have agreed terms which the airport hopes will deliver passenger benefits in releasing funds to drive investment and growth.
Heathrow breaks passenger record in 2018
Heathrow has climbed to the best year in its history after eight years of consecutive growth. For the first time, the London airport welcomed a record-breaking 80.1 million passengers, up 2.7 per cent on last year.
Flybe expands summer schedule from Heathrow
Regional carrier Flybe has today added new departures from London Heathrow to Edinburgh and Guernsey to its summer schedule
Strong start to 2019 for UK airports
Some 5.9 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in January, an increase of 2.1 per cent on the figure recorded last year. At the same time, MAG, the operator of Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports, saw all its airports grow in January as it posted 6.8 per cent year on year growth.
Delta and Virgin Atlantic launch self-service bag-drop at Heathrow
Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic are launching 18 self-service bag-drop units at London Heathrow’s Terminal 3, saving customers valuable time at the airport through the use of intuitive technology.
British Airways introduces electric cab service at Heathrow
British Airways has introduced a brand-new electric cab service at its Heathrow home, giving customers the opportunity to experience travelling in a legendary London taxi without leaving the airport.
Heathrow breaks 80 million passenger barrier in 2018
A record 80 million passengers travelled through Heathrow Airport last year, up 2.7 per cent on 2017, with growth boosted by the use of larger and fuller aircraft.
Heathrow launches airspace consultation as expansion planning continues
Heathrow has launched its Airspace & Future Operations consultation and is asking local communities to help shape the airport’s plans for its future airspace. The initiative covers both for the existing two runways and forms part of the proposed expansion.
London Airports prepare for record passenger numbers as festive getaway begins
Airports in London are preparing for the busy Christmas period, with millions of passengers expected to fly out of the UK on festive breaks over the next week.
Heathrow sees record passenger flows in November
In another consecutive record month for the airport, 6.11 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in November, up 3.3 per cent. This is the first time that passenger volumes in November have exceeded six million.
American Express to open Centurion Lounge at Heathrow
American Express has announced plans to open a new location within its signature airport lounge network, the Centurion Lounge, at Heathrow. This will be American Express’ first Centurion Lounge in Europe, and second outside of the US.
Heathrow launches new app for visually impaired passengers
From Monday, visually impaired passengers at Heathrow will have access to on-demand, personalised assistance via the Aira app. The app can be accessed by pre-loading it on mobile phones and an agent will be available to provide guided assistance on demand upon arrival at Heathrow.