Who we are
The British Aviation Group is the leading representative body for British companies involved in aviation and airport development and operations. We work with UK Department for Business and Trade to help global aviation clients connect with the world class expertise of the British aviation sector. We represent around 200 member companies from across the supply chain including world leaders in all aspects of aviation.
What we do
Providing world class expertise to meet the challenges of global airports. BAG is the first port of call for global clients to connect to the British aviation expertise delivering solutions for airports both large and small.
Our Structure
BAG is a not for profit organisation and operates under the ADS Group Ltd umbrella and is open to both ADS Members and non-ADS members. The BAG Constitution provides further background on BAG’s role and aims.
Who We Work With
We work with and across a large number of organisations, partners, and supporting bodies to deliver a range of highly valued activities and services on behalf of our sector and the members we support.
Annual Review
The BAG Annual Review features BAG’s activities in a virtual and interactive way and highlights month by month what BAG has achieved, including key activities, Special Interest Groups and Regions, and how BAG has successfully engaged with its members throughout this year. Read more
Our Board
The British Aviation Group is governed by a Board, whose role it is to help guide BAG in its activities and strategies and to ensure that the Group meets the requirements of its members to represent them in the best way possible.
Our Team
The day-to-day work of the British Aviation Group is carried out by a dedicated and experienced team, including allocated event managers for each of our events.
Knowledge
Each day we bring you the latest airport and aviation news from across the globe in a single news source
Rail Director – Feb 2026
Rail Director – Feb 2026
Rail Director magazine is a high-end, industry-leading, printed publication that is delivered directly to rail influencers, key decision-makers and government officials.
Read moreBAG & Railway Industry Association (RAI): All transport modes rise together
BAG & Railway Industry Association (RAI): All transport modes rise together
Next month, the British Aviation Group (BAG) and the Railway Industry Association (RIA) will be discussing and debating the challenges of linking up airports with the railways.
Read moreHow clashes between Sean Duffy and Bryan Bedford intensified FAA’s year of turmoil
How clashes between Sean Duffy and Bryan Bedford intensified FAA’s year of turmoil
ATC modernization and internal restructurings occurring amid tension between FAA and DOT chiefs
Read moreOverdue Expansion: Dubai Airports CEO Urges Heathrow To “Get On With” Third Runway & Capacity Growth
Overdue Expansion: Dubai Airports CEO Urges Heathrow To “Get On With” Third Runway & Capacity Growth
Simple FlyingJake Hardiman17 Feb 2026 For many years, the proposed expansion of London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has remained a contentious issue in […]
Read moreMoscow Airport Shake-up: Sheremetyevo Buys Domodedovo At Auction For Approx $880M
Moscow Airport Shake-up: Sheremetyevo Buys Domodedovo At Auction For Approx $880M
When it comes to airports that serve Russia’s capital city, the two big ones are Moscow’s Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo.
Read moreManchester Airports Group takes on O&M role at Grand Bahama International Airport
Manchester Airports Group takes on O&M role at Grand Bahama International Airport
MAG has secured a long-term O&M role at Grand Bahama International Airport as as part of an ongoing USD 130 million first-phase redevelopment programme.
Read moreKrakow John Paul II advances investment programme with new runway environmental decision expected on 18 Feb 2026
Krakow John Paul II advances investment programme with new runway environmental decision expected on 18 Feb 2026
Kraków John Paul II International Airport has advanced its previously announced PLN 4.0 billion (USD 1.0 billion) investment programme
Read moreLuxembourg expected to release master plan in April
Luxembourg expected to release master plan in April
Luxembourg Airport is progressing a long-term modernisation and expansion programme as passenger traffic grows
Read moreDoncaster Sheffield looks to reposition its offerings as a large-scale aviation and logistics hub
Doncaster Sheffield looks to reposition its offerings as a large-scale aviation and logistics hub
Plans for redevelopment at Doncaster Sheffield Airport outline ambitions to expand freight capacity and reposition the site as a large-scale aviation and logistics hub.
Read moreEdinburgh Airport announces multi-year investment programme
Edinburgh Airport announces multi-year investment programme
Edinburgh Airport (Scotland) is planning its largest-ever expansion programme to accommodate sustained passenger growth.
Read moreHeathrow: Thomas Woldbye expresses concerns about third runway project
Heathrow: Thomas Woldbye expresses concerns about third runway project
Chief executive of London Heathrow Airport has expressed doubt that the long-planned third runway project will proceed
Read moredaa submits plans for new cargo village on eastern side of Dublin Airport
daa submits plans for new cargo village on eastern side of Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport operator daa has submitted plans for a new cargo village on a 15-hectare site on the eastern side of the airport
Read moreKeflavík: Construction commences on ISK 22.3 Bn terminal connection building
Keflavík: Construction commences on ISK 22.3 Bn terminal connection building
Keflavík Airport plans to begin construction in 2026 of a new ISK 22.3 billion (USD 162 million) connection building to expand its passenger terminal.
Read moreVolkerFitzpatrick begins work on £28M upgrade to RAF Coningsby airfield
VolkerFitzpatrick begins work on £28M upgrade to RAF Coningsby airfield
VolkerFitzpatrick has begun work on a £28M programme to upgrade the airfield at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire
Read moreAfrica Makes Slow Progress On Airport Certification – Report
Africa Makes Slow Progress On Airport Certification – Report
Airport certification across Africa is advancing but remains below targets set by regional aviation authorities
Read moreAfrica Moves to Boost Airspace Capacity Safely With AFI 30/10 Project
Africa Moves to Boost Airspace Capacity Safely With AFI 30/10 Project
African states have agreed an initiative aimed at reducing and harmonising minimum separation distances between aircraft across the Africa–Indian Ocean (AFI) airspace
Read moreOrlando – MCO Lays Groundwork to Expand Air Cargo Activity
Orlando – MCO Lays Groundwork to Expand Air Cargo Activity
Orlando International engages cargo stakeholders as airport looks to diversify operations and develop new facilities
Read moreMSP Passenger Traffic Tops 36 Million in 2025 as International Demand Grows
MSP Passenger Traffic Tops 36 Million in 2025 as International Demand Grows
Minneapolis-St. Paul records international passenger and destination highs despite overall traffic decline
Read moreMetropolitan Airports Commission (Minneapolis St. Paul) – Sustainability Annual Report 2025
Metropolitan Airports Commission (Minneapolis St. Paul) – Sustainability Annual Report 2025
2023 Omnibus Transportation Bill passed by Minnesota Legislature requires Metropolitan Airports Commission to provide annual report on climate mitigation and adaptation
Read moreMinneapolis-St. Paul Airport’s economic impact grows to $21.3 billion annually
Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport’s economic impact grows to $21.3 billion annually
New study shows total economic output has more than doubled since 2012
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