MAG CEO: Government inaction is hurting airports like Manchester
Chief Executive of Manchester Airport’s parent company calls for an end to “sluggish, illogical and chaotic” approach to quarantine
Passenger numbers this Bank Holiday weekend expected to be less than a quarter of volumes seen last year
“Catalonia is closer to Cheshire than it is to Gran Canaria.” Charlie Cornish repeats calls for regional approach to travel restrictions ahead of Cabinet meeting expected this week
This time last year, airports across the UK were gearing up for what is usually one of their busiest days of the year.
At Manchester, 12 months ago we headed into the weekend by recording not just the busiest day of the year, but the busiest in the...
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Landmark bridge links Wythenshawe with Manchester Airport site
52 metre, 380 tonne bridge installed linking local people by foot or bicycle to airport
£6m bridge delivered as part of Airport City Manchester scheme, which will create 15,000 jobs
The installation of the bridge is welcomed by local MP and council
Time lapse, drone and aerial footage available alongside imagery – links below
A giant foot and cycle bridge linking Wythenshawe to the Manchester Airport campus was installed this weekend.
The 380-tonne structure spans the M56 spur airport approach road and its installation marks a major milestone for the Airport City Manchester project, which will deliver more than 15,000 jobs in the years to come.
Costing £6m, it was rolled...
Manchester Airport Launches Safe Travel Measures As Airlines Begin To Resume Flights
UK’s third largest airport introduces a range of safe travel measures.
Masks, temperature checks and bookable security slots all in place to allow safer travel.
Additional airlines and routes continue to resume each week.
Terminal Three set to re-open on 1st July to help passengers keep their distance.
For full information on the airport’s Covid-19 measures and advice see www.manchesterairport.co.uk/coronavirus
Manchester Airport is advising customers of a range of new safety measures, as flying resumes to a range of destinations from today.
The UK’s third largest gateway has been carrying out a trial of measures for a numbers of weeks, ahead of...
Manchester Airport is the first UK airport to offer passengers the option to pre-book a timeslot at security
MAG, the airport’s owner, will trial offering free 15-minute pre-booked security slots as part of a new standard for safe air travel.
The approach will allow the airport to manage the volume of passengers coming through security more efficiently and help keep queues shorter.
To improve the security experience and help restore confidence in travel as the airport begins to see more people wanting to travel, passengers at Manchester Airport now have the opportunity to pre-book a free 15-minute security slot, as part of a UK-first new trial by MAG.
The option is available from this week and accessible here...
Eastern Airways Resumes Manchester Airport - Southampton Service
UK regional airline, Eastern Airways, will resume its growing network of routes from Manchester Airport initially including Southampton from 22nd June with flights on sale through www.easternairways.com
From Monday 22nd June, an initial daily weekday service to Southampton will be the first to be resumed. The frequency of services will be increased as appropriate through July, August and September to help restore the business and leisure connections to help the economic recovery of the North-West.
Following the demise of Flybe, Eastern Airways quickly stepped in to protect regional connectivity to Southampton on an expanding network prior to the Covid-19 travel...
Manchester Airport staff rally round local communities in major Covid-19 outreach effort
Employees at the UK’s third largest airport are leading an unprecedented voluntary campaign to support local communities affected by the Covid-19 crisis
Staff-led initiatives range from a resource pack for homeschooling families to phone calls for the elderly and isolated
Thousands of aircraft meals delivered to food banks and schools
Friendly phone calls, doorstep deliveries and mobile meals are among the services Manchester Airport workers are providing to communities during the Coronavirus crisis.
Colleagues from across the airport’s operations have been putting the skills from their regular roles to good use, performing vital volunteer...
Statement from Charlie Cornish, Group CEO, MAG - Quarantine
“For as long as it lasts, a blanket quarantine policy will be a brick wall to the recovery of the UK aviation and tourism industries, with huge consequences for UK jobs and GDP.
“By enabling people to travel between the UK and low risk countries, the aviation industry is able to help lead the UK economy out of this crisis, just as it has in previous recessions. But in order for this to happen, the Government must work quickly to create a smart and targeted approach that recognises that many countries are already low risk.
“European countries are starting to open up, and some that are popular with British holidaymakers want to agree two-way arrangements with the UK to enable...
Delhi Delight as Manchester Airport secures direct route to Indian capital
Route set to benefit 180,000 people from airport’s vast catchment area who currently travel to Delhi indirectly
Direct route with Virgin Atlantic will fly three times a week from 26th October
News welcomed by business and civic dignitaries as High Commissioner visits Manchester
Tourism benefit predicted for the North as UK is the second most popular long-haul destination for Indian visitors
Return Economy fares start from £496 per person and from £2,315 for Upper Class (business)
The North’s ties with one of the world’s most important economies have been significantly strengthened by news Manchester Airport has secured a direct service to Delhi, the capital of...
Runway Visitor Park’s new Concorde Platinum tour makes Mother’s Day debut
Exclusive Platinum tours of the Runway Visitor Park’s Concorde start Sunday 22 March
To book visit www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk
Manchester Airport’s Runway Visitor Park says a new 90-minute tour of its iconic Concorde will offer the most in-depth guest experience yet.
The Concorde Platinum tour will launch on Sunday 22 March (Mother’s Day), with prices starting from £35pp.
Expert guides will take small groups around the aircraft, inside and out, providing a highly personalised experience.
Among the highlights is the chance to see Concorde’s flight deck come alive once again. Visitors will witness its famous nose droop, which helped pilots guide the aircraft...
More than 1,000 Manchester Airport roles available at annual Jobs Fair
Representatives from more than 25 employers including Jet2, Swissport and the Clayton Hotel are expected to be in attendance
Roles will be available in fields including Customer Service, Engineering and Security
It’s an exciting time to join Manchester Airport with the latest phase of its £1bn transformation project due to open this summer
More than 1,000 roles at Manchester Airport will be available to jobseekers at the Northern hub’s annual Jobs Fair this month.
Around 25 employers will be represented at the event, which will be hosted at the Emirates Old Trafford cricket stadium on Thursday 12 March from 10am – 3pm.
In addition to Manchester Airport seeking...
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