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.
OR Tambo land is ready for take-off
OR Tambo land is ready for take-off
Passenger recovery, cargo growth and a new strategy could unlock billions in airport development
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O.R. Tambo: Border authority steps up anti-corruption crackdown at South African airports
O.R. Tambo: Border authority steps up anti-corruption crackdown at South African airports
South Africa’s Border Management Authority (BMA) has stepped up its fight against corruption at the country’s borders, with airports now firmly in the spotlight.
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South Africa’s airports are investing billions as passenger numbers recover
South Africa’s airports are investing billions as passenger numbers recover
South Africa’s airports are seeing a strong recovery in passenger numbers, with ACSA reporting more than 20.5 million passengers during the 2025/26 financial year.
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New boss appointed for South Africa’s major airports
New boss appointed for South Africa’s major airports
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has appointed Siphamandla Mthethwa as its new chief executive officer
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South Africa’s Airport Hub Position Under Pressure, ACSA Says
South Africa’s Airport Hub Position Under Pressure, ACSA Says
South Africa’s position as a leading aviation hub is coming under increasing pressure as regional competitors expand connectivity and invest in airport infrastructure,
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Acsa’s R400m irregular expenditure headache
Acsa’s R400m irregular expenditure headache
Auditor-General raises alarm about Acsa not following procurement rules.
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ACSA takes flight with bumper earnings as passenger numbers grow
ACSA takes flight with bumper earnings as passenger numbers grow
While reporting solid full year results, Airports Company South Africa says passenger numbers are still not quite back at pre-pandemic levels but have reached 98%
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Prepare for a ‘construction site’: Big changes coming to an airport near you
Prepare for a ‘construction site’: Big changes coming to an airport near you
MPs ask for ‘a real picture’ of operations after ACSA says R22 billion airport infrastructure projects will be completed by 2032.
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South Africa launches ETA system at four major airports
South Africa launches ETA system at four major airports
The system allows travellers to apply online, scan their passport, upload a selfie and receive approval within 24 hours.
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Acsa airport app adds AI chatbot and AR wayfinding
Acsa airport app adds AI chatbot and AR wayfinding
The app, launched in 2022 and available free on Android, iOS and Huawei’s AppGallery, offers flight tracking with push notifications.
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ACSA infrastructure investment plan, South Africa – update
ACSA infrastructure investment plan, South Africa – update
ACSA has allocated R21.7-billion towards airport infrastructure developments focused on refurbishments, improvements and statutory compliance over the next five years
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O.R. Tambo: FlySafair running into problems at South Africa’s busiest airport
O.R. Tambo: FlySafair running into problems at South Africa’s busiest airport
South Africa’s biggest domestic airline says air-traffic control constraints are forcing it to tailor flight schedules to take account of capacity restrictions at the country’s busiest airports
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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.
