You’ve landed – join the Gatwick Diamond team at UKREiiF
The GDI and the GDB will jointly host an informal networking breakfast at this year’s UKREiiF. Over a light breakfast on Weds 21 May, between 8 – 10am, visitors to Leeds are invited to join the team and find out about the launch of the Gatwick Region Airport Economic Zone and the ambitions of this […]
Gatwick’s Northern Runway Update: Approval Nearer as Issues Addressed
On 25 April 2025, London Gatwick confirmed issues raised in the planning process have been addressed in the response to the Secretary of State’s “minded to grant consent” letter regarding the Northern Runway planning application. The airport has committed to an improved noise insulation scheme, sustainable design measures, and a clear plan to manage road […]
London Gatwick responds to Secretary of State on Northern Runway planning application
London Gatwick’s response to Secretary of State’s “minded to grant consent” letter incorporates feedback on key conditions related to noise and public transport Interested parties can review and respond to London Gatwick’s submission via the Planning Inspectorate website Secretary of State expected to make final decision by 27 October London Gatwick has responded to […]
New design services framework to support London Gatwick’s capital investment programme
London Gatwick has welcomed 16 specialist designers to support the airport’s capital investment programme to enhance capacity, resilience and passenger experience as the airport continues to grow. The design services framework unites companies of varying sizes, including six SMEs to drive local economic growth, while supporting the delivery of London Gatwick’s ambitious capital investment programme. […]
London Gatwick reports strong performance for 2024, as it prepares for further growth
London Gatwick has today published its full financial results for 2024, when it welcomed a total of 43.2m passengers, up 5.7% on the previous year. The successful year was driven by significant growth in the choice of airlines and destinations with 57 airlines serving the airport – more than ever before. 2024 results included: Revenue at […]
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, […]
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 […]
London Gatwick’s growth plans could provide significant economic boost to UK-China connectivity
London Gatwick’s expansion plans could significantly boost the economy and UK-China connectivity as demand continues to grow, with an almost 265% year-on-year rise in passenger volumes between Gatwick and China, claims the airport. The airport saw almost 550,000 passengers travelling to China in 2024, up from more than 150,000 in 2023. China’s three largest carriers […]