Common Voice
Supply chain interests represented as part of a common voice to secure future of the sector including outreach to other sectors around major common objectives such as net zero
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To increase aviation market share and reputation of BAG members across the UK and overseas as part of an inclusive and sustainable UK aviation sector.
Community & Connectivity
Support BAG members and wider sector in building a sustainable, diverse and inclusive resource base for the aviation supply chain with a focus on skills and capabilities providing opportunities for active engagement and making connections.
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Strategic Partners
Enable collaboration that promotes a sustainable and diverse supply chain supporting UK airport systems and global exports in this era of evolution.
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Business Growth
Support BAG members and liaise with DBT in identifying and capitalising on opportunities as well as informing the ecosystem around trade policy overseas and domestic.
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Innovation
Support BAG members in understanding and promoting innovative approaches to industry need
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Environment
Support BAG members as they seek to help the development of a more sustainable aviation industry
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Strong Foundations
Support BAG members to be successful across the UK and overseas by accessing the full suite of BAG activities including Promotion, Business Intelligence, Events, Special Interest Groups and Regions (incorporating our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Information sharing and value for money)
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BAG Key Themes 2024
The BAG Key Themes for this year are Decarbonisation and Energy Transition, Automation and Digital and World Leading Capability.
Knowledge
Each day we bring you the latest airport and aviation news from across the globe in a single news source
25 June 2026
Simon Bolivar: Travellers flee as Venezuela airport ceiling crumbles after earthquake
Simon Bolivar: Travellers flee as Venezuela airport ceiling crumbles after earthquake
Travellers ran for cover as an airport ceiling crumbled after a double earthquake struck Venezuela on Wednesday (24 June).
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24 June 2026
Bristol: Airport closed and planes grounded after thunderstorm
Bristol: Airport closed and planes grounded after thunderstorm
Bristol Airport is closed after a thunderstorm caused damage to air traffic control systems.
Read moreFarnborough Airport seeks planning inspector decision on flights application
Farnborough Airport seeks planning inspector decision on flights application
Farnborough Airport has announced plans to seek a decision from the Planning Inspectorate on an application to increase non-weekday flights
Read moreBAG and DBT publish UAE Airport Scoping Report
BAG and DBT publish UAE Airport Scoping Report
The British Aviation Group (BAG) with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has published a new UAE Airport Scoping Report following […]
Read moreBAG & DBT UAE Market Engagement 2026 – Survey
BAG & DBT UAE Market Engagement 2026 – Survey
In January 2026, the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and the British Aviation Group (BAG) hosted an exclusive webinar following […]
Read moreHelicopter collision risk higher after D.C. airspace changes, Coast Guard leaders say
Helicopter collision risk higher after D.C. airspace changes, Coast Guard leaders say
Pilots suggest FAA failed to weigh risk of a helicopter-on-helicopter collision when changing D.C. airspace after 2025 midair
Read moreHighs and lows: Inside construction of Dublin Airport’s ‘once-in-a-generation’ £270M North Runway
Highs and lows: Inside construction of Dublin Airport’s ‘once-in-a-generation’ £270M North Runway
The 3,100m North Runway at Dublin Airport has provided a blueprint for aviation infrastructure delivery within budgetary and operational constraints
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23 June 2026
Brisbane Airport in Brisbane (Queensland) has secured approval for a 20-year development plan
Brisbane Airport in Brisbane (Queensland) has secured approval for a 20-year development plan
Brisbane Airport in Brisbane (Queensland) has secured approval for a 20-year development plan that includes a new Terminal 3 and major capacity expansion
Read moreNew Manila remains on track to open its first runway in 2028
New Manila remains on track to open its first runway in 2028
According to the company, land preparation and surcharging works for the first runway are progressing well, and facility could be operational by second quarter of 28
Read moreVietnam has revised its national airport development plan to include 32 airports by 2030 and 35 by 2050
Vietnam has revised its national airport development plan to include 32 airports by 2030 and 35 by 2050
Vietnam currently operates 22 airports and has several new facilities under development.
Read moreChennai reconsiders plans for satellite terminal while Parandur hangs in balance
Chennai reconsiders plans for satellite terminal while Parandur hangs in balance
Chennai Airport (Tamil Nadu) is reconsidering plans for a satellite terminal nearly eight years after the concept was first proposed
Read moreNew Taif at RfP Stage under 30-yr BTO PPP Concession
New Taif at RfP Stage under 30-yr BTO PPP Concession
MATARAT Holding and the National Center for Privatization & PPP (NCP) have invited qualified bidders to submit proposals for the project
Read moreJomo Kenyatta expansion programme expected to commence in July
Jomo Kenyatta expansion programme expected to commence in July
The project has reportedly been awarded to a consortium of China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), and IMC Construction Kenya
Read moreUganda is advancing a nationwide airport development programme
Uganda is advancing a nationwide airport development programme
Uganda advances a nationwide airport development programme that includes the expansion of six regional airports and the construction of a new international gateway
Read moreSimon Bolivar has capacity for growth but needs operational and infrastructure upgrades
Simon Bolivar has capacity for growth but needs operational and infrastructure upgrades
Simón Bolívar Airport has sufficient capacity for traffic growth but requires operational and infrastructure upgrades, according to aviation industry representatives
Read moreZurich updates estimated costs of planned replacement of Dock A and Associated Air Traffic Control Tower
Zurich updates estimated costs of planned replacement of Dock A and Associated Air Traffic Control Tower
Zurich Airport has updated the cost estimate for its planned replacement of Dock A and associated air traffic control tower to more than CHF 1 billion (USD 1.24 billion)
Read moreGatwick Airport expansion approval was lawful, court rules
Gatwick Airport expansion approval was lawful, court rules
High Court Judge Mr Justice Mould has dismissed two legal challenges brought by local campaigners against the planned expansion of Gatwick Airport.
Read moreEdinburgh Airport Consultative Committee – Chief Executive’s Report
Edinburgh Airport Consultative Committee – Chief Executive’s Report
In 2024 the final year capital expenditure figure was £52m, an increase of £21m from 2023. A total of 148 separate capital projects where underway in the period.
Read moreEdinburgh: Runway Rehabilitation Works
Edinburgh: Runway Rehabilitation Works
Edinburgh Airport is investing £30 million to deliver essential runway rehabilitation works that will ensure continued safety and reliability
Read moreDoncaster: High demand spurs further Airport ‘Meet the Buyer’ events – 20 July 2026
Doncaster: High demand spurs further Airport ‘Meet the Buyer’ events – 20 July 2026
Businesses across Doncaster and South Yorkshire are being encouraged to take part in further ‘Meet the Buyer’ sessions
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