Promoting UK Aviation
The British Aviation Group is the leading representative body for British companies involved in aviation and airport development and operations. We provide world class expertise to meet the challenges of global airports and we are the first port of call for global clients to connect to the full spectrum of British aviation expertise delivering solutions for airports large and small.
Get Involved
All BAG Special Interest Groups (SIGs) have been formed to represent joint interests within the airport development sector. These groups are led by a nominated representative with the task of developing specific sector strategies, identifying target markets and advising the Board on issues affecting the sector.
Knowledge
Members receive business critical market information on a regular basis. We provide intelligence and background information on markets and projects and, where new information is required, we utilise our broad network on contacts to carry out research on your behalf.
Significant development set to commence at Blackpool Airport
Significant development set to commence at Blackpool Airport
Blackpool Airport (BLK) is set to undergo significant developments in 2025, starting with the construction of a new passenger handling facility
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Heathrow to invest £2.3bn over the next two years
Heathrow to invest £2.3bn over the next two years
In the largest private sector capital investment in the UK’s transportation network, Heathrow will invest £2.3bn (US$2.8bn) over the next two years to upgrade key facilities
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FAA to invest US$332m to modernize US airports
FAA to invest US$332m to modernize US airports
The US Department of Transportation’s FAA has announced more than US$332m for 171 grants across 32 states to modernize airports through the Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program.
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Tampa International Airport breaks ground on Airside D terminal
Tampa International Airport breaks ground on Airside D terminal
Tampa International Airport has officially broken ground on Airside D, the first new airside terminal at TPA in nearly 20 years
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New shoe scanner technology planned for US airports
New shoe scanner technology planned for US airports
The US Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is planning to deploy new shoe scanning technology within the next few years in order to gather feedback from travellers and TSA officers.
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US Senate passes new expedited airport screening for veterans bill
US Senate passes new expedited airport screening for veterans bill
Legislation has passed in the US Senate that would provide veterans with service-connected disabilities with expedited screening under the TSA PreCheck program.
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East Midlands Airport installs new baggage scanners
East Midlands Airport installs new baggage scanners
East Midlands Airport is installing new security equipment designed to help simplify and speed up the checkpoint process for travellers.
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UK SMEs called to apply for major government export awards
UK SMEs called to apply for major government export awards
The Department for Business and Trade’s (DBT) Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards are open for SMEs to enter until 9 March
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TAV Airports Expresses Interest in Managing Egypt’s Airports
TAV Airports Expresses Interest in Managing Egypt’s Airports
Egyptian Minister of Civil Aviation has held a meeting with Türkiye’s TAV Airports, focused on TAV’s interest in contributing to the development and modernization of Egyptian airports
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Stowaways on planes and inside landing gear sparks flying security fears
Stowaways on planes and inside landing gear sparks flying security fears
Experts said that a shortage of air traffic controllers and outdated technology are eroding the margin of safety in air travel
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IATA: Passenger Demand up 8.1% in November
IATA: Passenger Demand up 8.1% in November
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global passenger demand
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IATA: Air Cargo Demand up 8.2% in November 2024 – 16th Month of Consecutive Growth
IATA: Air Cargo Demand up 8.2% in November 2024 – 16th Month of Consecutive Growth
International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2024 global air cargo
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A comprehensive event programme in the UK and overseas to help Members develop their network of contacts and further export activities. Ranging from networking events and briefings to one-to-one meetings and overseas missions, we have something to suit all businesses.
