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
16 January 2025
Schiphol Awaits Commission Verdict On Flight Cap Plans
Schiphol Awaits Commission Verdict On Flight Cap Plans
Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport and the airlines that serve it are still awaiting clarity on government plans to reduce airport noise for local residents by imposing a flight cap at the airport.
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14 January 2025
WikiBAG Update Program – Projects: Alicante–Elche; Blackpool; Centralny Port Komunikacyjny; and Tampa
WikiBAG Update Program – Projects: Alicante–Elche; Blackpool; Centralny Port Komunikacyjny; and Tampa
An overview of Airport Project information that have been updated on the WikiBAG this week
Read moreMexico City prepares for 2026 FIFA World Cup with a raft of renovation works
Mexico City prepares for 2026 FIFA World Cup with a raft of renovation works
Mexico City International Airport (AICM) will undergo a USD 386 million renovation to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada
Read moreLocation decision issued for Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK)
Location decision issued for Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK)
The Masovian Voivode administration in Central Poland has issued the long-awaited location decision for Warsaw’s new greenfield airport “Centralny Port Komunikacyjny” (CPK),
Read moreRome Fiumicino’s expansion aims to increase airport’s capacity to 60 million passengers annually over the next 7-8 years
Rome Fiumicino’s expansion aims to increase airport’s capacity to 60 million passengers annually over the next 7-8 years
Rome Fiumicino Airport is planning for expansion to address growing passenger traffic, which reached a record 49.2 million in 2024
Read moreMajor terminal expansion project announced for Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
Major terminal expansion project announced for Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
Aena, the Spanish airport operator, has announced the commencement of a major expansion project for the terminal at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport.
Read moreSignificant 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
Read moreHeathrow 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
Read moreFAA 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.
Read moreTampa 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
Read moreNew 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.
Read moreUS 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.
Read moreEast 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.
Read moreUK 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
Read moreTAV 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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10 January 2025
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
Read moreIATA: 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
Read moreIATA: 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
Read moreLiverpool John Lennon Airport to install £3M solar farm
Liverpool John Lennon Airport to install £3M solar farm
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) has entered into a partnership with solar energy firm Activ8 Energies, alongside SSE Airtricity, to establish a solar farm within its premises.
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