Major boost for the North as flights to and from China restarts today from Manchester AirportThe service will operate weekly each Monday arriving at 10:00 and departing at 15:00The route’s return is being praised by various organisations across the North including in Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales, Lancashire, Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Cumbria
22 August, 2022
The North is set for an economic boost as direct links to China are restored from Manchester Airport
13 August, 2022
Manchester Airport served 2.6m passengers last month
MAG reaches 85% of pre-Covid traffic in July
12 August, 2022
Manchester Airport hits out at media reports over Tui's battle for compensation.
03 August, 2022
Manchester Airport issues statement on Dispatches TV programme.
Manchester Airport has issued a strongly worded statement in response to Channel 4's Dispatches documentary programme - "Airport Chaos Undercover: Dispatches" with Jane Moore. The airport complained that the programme refused them a right to reply and was already outdated and was inaccurate. A small number of complaints have already been raised against the show which has been removed from the channel's online streaming service all 4.
14 July, 2022
MAG served more than five million passengers in June
Manchester | London Stansted | East Midlands | MAG | |
Rolling 12-month total to June 22 | 15,214,073 | 16,178,732 | 2,119,216 | 33,512,021 |
12-month total % change year on year | +380.5% | +355.0% | +387.3% | +368.2% |
Rolling 12- month total to June 21 | 3,166,191 | 3,556,082 | 434,873 | 7,157,146 |
June 22 total | 2,423,576 | 2,334,943 | 400,508 | 5,159,027 |
June 22 % change year on year | +1077.4% | +565.6% | +1824.2% | +793.4% |
June 22 % change on June 2019 | -18.1% | -12.1% | -25.3% | -16.1% |
11 July, 2022
Massive loss of £320 million for Manchester Airports Group.....
Manchester Airports Group has just released details from its full-year results for the period 1 April 2021 – 31 March 2022 which show toe company served 20.5m passengers in 2021/22, up 225% year-on-year.
05 July, 2022
CAVU, founded by Manchester Airports Group, launched today
MAGO and MAG USA have today rebranded as CAVUCAVU aims to revolutionise airport travel, driving value for passengers and growing non-aeronautical revenue for clients and partners around the worldSolutions include a proprietary Ecommerce Platform, Intelligent Performance commercial services, Distribution capabilities and physical Passenger ExperiencesGlobal clients and partners include Brisbane Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Salt Lake City International Airport and Ryanair
02 June, 2022
MAG completes £590m refinancing as banks show confidence in continuing COVID recovery
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) announced this week it has completed a refinancing of its existing £590m revolving credit and liquidity facilities.
26 May, 2022
UK and Middle Eastern connections further bolstered as Gulf Air start direct route between Bahrain and Manchester Airport
The UK's links to the Middle East will get even stronger as direct flights launch between Bahrain and Manchester from Wednesday 1st June.
Ian Costigan, Interim Managing Director at Manchester Airport, said: “It’s great news that Gulf Air is starting direct flights from Manchester Airport, and I am sure it will be incredibly well received by the thousands of people in our catchment area that travel there indirectly each year.The announcement of a third long-haul route coming to Manchester within the last month clearly shows the role we play in connecting the North to key global destinations. Not only do routes like these make travel easier, but they put the region on the international map for trade, economic and tourism opportunities, plus create a wealth of jobs in the process.I look forward to welcoming the team from Gulf Air to the airport and wish them every success with the route.”
Gulf Air’s Acting Chief Executive Officer Captain Waleed AlAlawi said: “We are delighted to announce the launch of our Bahrain–Manchester direct route as part of the historic Bahraini–UK official and commercial relations. Manchester has been on our horizon for a while due to our customers’ demand; and as travel bounces back to normalcy, we knew it was the right time to launch it for our valued passengers. We are certain this new and exciting destination will further strengthen our network in the UK and Europe, and we look forward to serving our passengers to and from Manchester.”
Sheona Southern, Managing Director of Marketing Manchester, said: “We’re delighted to see this brand-new twice weekly flight from Bahrain to Manchester Airport being added to the route network. Routes old and new are rapidly returning at Manchester Airport, proving that the demand for international travel and tourism is back, and we look forward to offering a warm welcome to visitors from the GCC region who will be arriving with Gulf Air from 1 June.
Henri Murison, director of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership, said “This investment from Gulf Air is a huge vote of confidence is our region and cements Manchester Airport’s status as the gateway to the Northern Powerhouse. Better connectivity between the north and the Middle East is vital for bolstering trade, investment and tourism, delivering a huge economic boost and creating more jobs.”
Tim Newns, Chief Executive of MIDAS, Manchester’s Inward Investment Agency said “Providing a direct route between Greater Manchester and Bahrain presents an excellent opportunity for trade and developing strong partnerships. In the last five years we’ve seen a steady rise in interest from businesses in the GCC region and this increased connectivity will help us to enhance market opportunities and mutual knowledge exchange.”
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18 May, 2022
Manchester Airports Group continues to see business recovery despite mass passenger disruption.
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) served 80% of its pre-pandemic passenger volumes for the first time in April, underlining the pace of its recovery.
Manchester | London Stansted | East Midlands | MAG | |
Rolling 12-month total to Apr 22 | 10,946,787 | 12,196,601 | 1,390,276 | 24,533,664 |
12-month total % change year on year | +277.5% | +288.4% | +236.4% | +280.2% |
Rolling 12- month total to Apr 21 | 2,899,742 | 3,140,402 | 413,340 | 6,453,484 |
Apr 22 total | 1,886,543 | 2,019,838 | 250,012 | 4,156,393 |
Apr 22 % change year on year | +2194.5% | +2288.8% | +320428.2% | 2391.1% |
Apr 22 % change on Apr 2019 | -21.0% | -15.5% | -36.5% | -19.7% |
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05 May, 2022
Manchester Airports Group launches apprenticeship programme to upskill staff in data skills
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27 March, 2022
As demand increases Manchester Airport starts terminal reopening......
Manchester Airport is gradually reopening Terminal Three from today!
The phased reopening will start with the terminal being used for arriving passengers travelling with a select number of airlines.
Some passengers set to return via Terminal Three from this Sunday, with flights to use both runways from 5th April
Those flying with the airlines listed below will continue to check-in and go through security in Terminal One, but when they return back to Manchester, they will arrive into Terminal Three. While the two terminals are directly next to each other, passengers are advised to consider these changes when making drop-off, pick-up and parking arrangements.
- Aurigny
- British Airways
- Eastern Airways
- Iberia Express
- Loganair
- Ryanair
- Vueling
Flybe will also fly into Terminal Three once the airline has resumed services from Manchester later in the year.
Those travelling over the coming weekend should also factor in extra time for their journey to the airport, due to closures on the M56, and the clocks changing on Sunday.
Passengers flying on or after 27th March with British Airways, Iberia Express, Ryanair and Vueling will be asked to use the shops, restaurants and boarding gates within Terminal Three and will be directed to these areas once they have passed through Terminal One security – the two terminals are linked airside, with signage in place to direct passengers.
Passengers with Aurigny, Eastern Airlines and Loganair will continue to use the Terminal One facilities for outbound journeys, and will only use Terminal Three when arriving into Manchester.
Food, drink and retail options open in Terminal Three will include:
Terminal Three Departure Lounge: Biza Duty Free, the Lion and Antelope, The Nook, Kiosco, Pork & Pickle, Costa Coffee, WH Smith, Boots.
Terminal Three Arrivals: Travelex and WH Smith.
Operating hours for each unit will vary, but there will always be food and drink provision for passengers travelling through at any time of day.
Covid-19 measures that are still in place across Terminal One and Terminal Two will also be applied in Terminal Three, including an enhanced cleaning regime.
To allow for the additional flight movements, the airport is set to reopen its second runway from Tuesday 5th April. Initially it will operate for a limited number of hours each day and will gradually increase as the demand continues to rise. All local stakeholders will be made aware in advance of the reopening.
The remainder of Terminal Three, including the check-in hall and security, will be reopened at a later stage as the airport ramps up capacity in line with the recovery of passenger numbers, and passengers will be kept informed of any further changes.
A range of other retail units are also set to open in time for the peak summer season:
- Starbucks – Terminal Two Check-In
- Café Balzar Terminal One Airside
- Wagamama Terminal Two Airside
- Pizza Luxe – Terminal One Airside
- Barburrito – Terminal Two Airside
- WH Smith Bookstore – Terminal Two Airside
- Apiary – Terminal Two Airside
- Boots – Terminal Two Airside
When Wagamama opens it will launch with its new seasonal menu, which includes breakfast options only available at airport locations.
Karen Smart, Managing Director of Manchester Airport, said: "After almost two years of closure, it is a positive step forward on the road to recovery to be able to partially reopen Terminal Three and resume operating from both runways.We have taken this decision in light of an increase in passenger numbers since Covid-19 restrictions were lifted, which is projected to continue into the summer. People who these changes apply to should make sure they bear this in mind when making their travel arrangements.
We are also aware many passengers won’t have flown for a long time so would always encourage them to prepare for their airport journey in advance, and to remind themselves of the rules around security and hand luggage.”
Even though the UK government has now scrapped Covid-19 ravel restrictions, passengers are still reminded to check the advice for the country they are travelling to in advance of departure. Passengers with specific queries about their flights should contact their airline directly.
For more information see: www.manchesterairport.co.uk
As part of its recovery hundreds of jobs are still available across the airport site to meet the increased passenger demand. To check out the jobs on offer with Manchester Airport, visit https://careers.magairports.com/
For roles with third parties look directly on their websites or local job sites.
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