Airports
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Independent Transport Commission underlines need for Davies airports decision
Delayed or ducked decision on expanding airport capacity in South East will have impact for the whole of the UK economy, says new ITC report. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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 -
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. -
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. -
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.