Transport Secretary of State ‘minded to approve London Gatwick’s’ northern runway
Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander MP, has issued a written statement to MPs broadly backing London Gatwick’s planning application to make use of it’s northern runway. However, she has extended the deadline for the final decision until the 27th October. This is due to the Planning Inspectorate initially rejecting the airport’s application, but, […]
Trading in Singapore webinar – 5th March
Hosted by Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce, the ‘Trading in Singapore’ webinar is ideal for UK businesses looking to expand their reach in Asia, and for Singapore-based enterprises that are interested in understanding more about the dynamic trading relationship between the two countries. Brett North, CEO of the Gatwick Diamond Initiative will be joined by […]
University of Chichester runs second Equality & Diversity workshop to meet demand
Due to the success of it’s first Equality & Diversity workshop last month, the University of Chichester will run a second event ‘Challenging EDI Perceptions: A Journey, Not a Prescription’ on the 2nd April, at the Holiday Inn Gatwick. Paula Jenkins and Dr. Jordan Matthews from the University will present an interactive session, inviting the […]
Crawley Borough Council takes possession of Crawley Innovation Centre
Crawley Borough Council has taken formal possession of the Crawley Innovation Centre following completion of the building conversion works. The Crawley Innovation Centre, located in the heart of the Manor Royal Business District, is aimed at helping create more than 200 new jobs and benefit directly up to 40 businesses. It will bring a further […]
Multimillion-pound Surrey research project aims to advance production of next-generation sustainable packaging
A multimillion-pound research project, called SustaPack, aims to overcome manufacturing challenges for the next generation of sustainable, paper-based packaging for liquids. Backed by a £1 million grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) as part of UKRI’s co-investing programme, packaging technology company Pulpex Ltd has joined forces with the University of Surrey […]
Sussex launches ambitious 10-year growth strategy for tourism
The East Sussex, Brighton & Hove and West Sussex Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) has unveiled a transformative10-year strategy to enhance Sussex’s reputation as a thriving, vibrant and regenerative destination – and is looking for industry leaders to be part of it. Developed with input from key strategic partners and endorsed by the interim LVEP […]
London Gatwick claims growth plans are vital to supporting tourism targets
London Gatwick states it is ready to play a pivotal role in helping the Government achieve its bold target of welcoming 50 million international visitors per year to the UK. The airport is awaiting a decision from the Government on its proposal to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use alongside its Main Runway. The […]
Applications open for London Gatwick apprenticeship programme following National Apprenticeship Week
London Gatwick has opened applications for its 2025 apprenticeship programme, offering exceptional opportunities for future talent in the region. The airport is recruiting four engineering apprentices to start in August and one IT apprentice to start in September. The engineering apprenticeship is a four-year fixed contract leading to a fully qualified engineering technician status with […]
Doubling of imports through London Gatwick will benefit South East
London Gatwick could provide a significant boost for growth and resilience of freight across the South East, and support unlocking long-term growth, if the airport’s Northern Runway plans are approved later this month. These were among the key topics discussed by the airport’s CEO Stewart Wingate at a roundtable of UK Aviation Freight Leaders last […]
Connected Crawley – next event 12th March
Gatwick Diamond Business (GDB), Freedom Works and Manor Royal and Crawley Town BIDS next Connected Crawley networking event will be held on Wednesday 12th March at TGI Fridays, from 8:30am – 10am. Read more here