London Gatwick Airport

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London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick is the UK’s second largest airport and flies a range of both short and long-haul point-to-point services. The airport is a vital piece of the UK’s national infrastructure and is also a major driver for both the regional and national economies.

Gatwick opened as an aerodrome in the late 1920s; it has been in use for commercial flights since 1933. The airport has two terminals, the North Terminal and the South Terminal, which cover areas of 98,000 m2 and 160,000 m2 respectively. It operates as a single-runway airport, using a main runway with a length of 3,316 m. A secondary runway is available but, due to its proximity to the main runway, can only be used if that is out of use. As of 2020, Gatwick is the busiest airport in the world to operate with only one runway having served 46.5 million passengers during 2019.

In 2019, a new long-term partnership was formed with VINCI Airports who purchased a 50.01% stake in the airport. This partnership saw Gatwick Airport integrate into the network of VINCI Airports, the leading private airport operator in the world, which manages the development and operation of 45 airports located in Brazil, Cambodia, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, France, Japan, Portugal, Serbia, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States.

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London Gatwick joins Sussex Six campaign to support local food and drink producers
18/04/2024

London Gatwick joins Sussex Six campaign to support local food and drink producers

The Sussex Six Campaign encourages local shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes to showcase six or more local products Mid Sussex-based Ridgeview vineyard now has a selection of wines available in London Gatwick’s World Duty Free …
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London Borough of Croydon and London Gatwick join forces to boost economic growth, skills and jobs for local residents
12/04/2024

London Borough of Croydon and London Gatwick join forces to boost economic growth, skills and jobs for local residents

The London Borough of Croydon and London Gatwick have signed an Economic Growth Charter to drive future economic growth, boost skills and create new jobs for residents. London Gatwick’s economic impact extends beyond its boundaries and …
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New London Gatwick taxiway to help reduce delays and cut aircraft emissions
27/03/2024

New London Gatwick taxiway to help reduce delays and cut aircraft emissions

London Gatwick, part of VINCI Airports’ network, has completed an infrastructure project to help reduce delays and go-arounds, as well as supporting the airport’s sustainability targets.   London Gatwick’s new Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET) opened last month, …
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Continued recovery of traffic drives strong financial performance
26/03/2024

Continued recovery of traffic drives strong financial performance

The continued recovery of traffic and the careful balancing of operating costs drove London Gatwick’s strong financial performance in 2023, the airport said today when publishing its 2023 financial results. In particular, a string of new …
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London Gatwick cuts its own vehicle (Scope 1) emissions by 90% after swapping diesel for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
28/02/2024

London Gatwick cuts its own vehicle (Scope 1) emissions by 90% after swapping diesel for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil

Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil is a sustainable and lower-carbon option to fuel diesel vehicles   All 300 diesel vehicles, 85% of London Gatwick’s fleet, will now be powered by HVO  The swap to HVO is another step …
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Final chance to have your say on proposed project changes to London Gatwick’s Northern Runway plan
15/01/2024

Final chance to have your say on proposed project changes to London Gatwick’s Northern Runway plan

Members of the public, including local residents, landowners and other stakeholders, have just under one week left to respond to London Gatwick’s consultation on minor changes to its Northern Runway proposal. Members of the public, including …
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London Gatwick becomes first international airport to open dedicated electric vehicle charging station - Electric Forecourt®
09/01/2024

London Gatwick becomes first international airport to open dedicated electric vehicle charging station - Electric Forecourt®

State-of-the-art GRIDSERVE facility has 30 of the latest electric vehicle chargers, available 24 hours a day  Located on Ring Road South at London Gatwick’s South Terminal and adjacent to the M23 – ideal for passengers, …
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London Gatwick ready to welcome passengers for the Christmas getaway
19/12/2023

London Gatwick ready to welcome passengers for the Christmas getaway

London Gatwick is set to welcome passengers this Christmas with the busiest day expected to be 22 December Most popular Christmas destinations are Geneva (short-haul) and Dubai (long-haul) The airport has specially trained a large …
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GWR add more services between Reading and Gatwick Airport as new December timetable kicks in
12/12/2023

GWR add more services between Reading and Gatwick Airport as new December timetable kicks in

Great Western Railway is to double the number of direct trains between Reading and Gatwick Airport as part of its new December timetable. Two trains an hour will now operate to/from the airport Monday to Saturday, …
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Proposed project changes to London Gatwick’s Northern Runway plan
07/12/2023

Proposed project changes to London Gatwick’s Northern Runway plan

Since submitting its Northern Runway plans to the Planning Inspectorate, London Gatwick has refined its proposal and identified three discrete changes to reduce its environmental impact even further, while also providing additional design flexibility. Before submitting …
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The airpawt for everyone: London Gatwick welcomes Guide Dogs UK visit
29/11/2023

The airpawt for everyone: London Gatwick welcomes Guide Dogs UK visit

Guide Dogs UK puppies visited London Gatwick to become more familiar with the busy airport environment   The dogs were taken around areas including security, baggage reclaim and on board an easyJet aircraft  London Gatwick has …
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Local economy, global opportunity – 150 local leaders attend London Gatwick’s second Economic Summit
22/11/2023

Local economy, global opportunity – 150 local leaders attend London Gatwick’s second Economic Summit

Summit explored opportunities to grow the region’s economy, including through improving infrastructure Government minister, airport’s CEO and new Chair led discussions London Gatwick helping showcase the region at UKREiiF - one of the country’s premier …
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Bigger and better Gatwick Airport station to open on 21 November
10/11/2023

Bigger and better Gatwick Airport station to open on 21 November

A new look Gatwick Airport station is set to open to passengers on Tuesday 21 November, transforming the journey from train to plane and giving passengers travelling between Brighton and London easier, faster, more reliable …
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London Gatwick opens brand new STEM centre to inspire local children and students to pursue airport-related careers
31/10/2023

London Gatwick opens brand new STEM centre to inspire local children and students to pursue airport-related careers

The STEM centre will be equipped with interactive exercises such as a water treatment lab and runway lighting rig   Specialist facility will encourage school children to study STEM subjects and explore careers in aviation  Skills …
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By reaching ACA Level 4+, London Gatwick takes another step forward on road to net zero
25/10/2023

By reaching ACA Level 4+, London Gatwick takes another step forward on road to net zero

London Gatwick has achieved Level 4+ ‘Transition’ of the Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme and becomes the 13th airport within VINCI Airports network (10 in Portugal, 2 in France) to reach the highest level of this ACI's …
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London Gatwick grows food and beverage offer as airport announces newest openings
18/10/2023

London Gatwick grows food and beverage offer as airport announces newest openings

Black Sheep Coffee and Krispy Kreme will be opening stores at London Gatwick before Christmas Giraffe World Kitchen will be extending its South Terminal restaurant and serving breakfast, brunch and world plates in new-look menu …
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London Gatwick could support more than 28,000 new jobs through tourism
05/10/2023

London Gatwick could support more than 28,000 new jobs through tourism

London Gatwick could support more than 28,000 additional jobs across the UK, through a 61% increase in inbound tourism, if its Northern Runway plans are approved. The airport is proposing to bring its existing Northern Runway …
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London Gatwick increases passenger choice with 50 long-haul routes
10/08/2023

London Gatwick increases passenger choice with 50 long-haul routes

Launch of Ethiopian Airlines boosts passenger choice at London Gatwick The airline will operate three times per week to Addis Ababa from November Other upcoming new services include Accra, Miami and Mauritius Passengers at London Gatwick …
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London Gatwick’s sustainable growth plans accepted for ‘examination’
03/08/2023

London Gatwick’s sustainable growth plans accepted for ‘examination’

Airport’s plan to bring its existing Northern Runway into routine use, alongside its Main Runway, accepted for detailed scrutiny at the next (Examination) stage of the planning process   Ahead of examination, the public, local communities …
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London Gatwick’s growth plans expected to boost region’s economy by £1 billion every year and generate 14,000 new jobs
11/07/2023

London Gatwick’s growth plans expected to boost region’s economy by £1 billion every year and generate 14,000 new jobs

London Gatwick has submitted an application - known as a Development Consent Order (DCO) - to the Planning Inspectorate (PINS), outlining its ambition to bring the airport’s existing Northern Runway into routine use alongside its …
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London Gatwick kicks-off multi-million-pound North Terminal redevelopment
03/07/2023

London Gatwick kicks-off multi-million-pound North Terminal redevelopment

Major international airport London Gatwick invests millions to transform passenger experience More than £10 million to be invested to create a more appealing space for passengers to relax, shop, and eat  Modernisation will provide passengers …
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London Gatwick’s expansion plans to generate more than 600 local construction jobs
22/06/2023

London Gatwick’s expansion plans to generate more than 600 local construction jobs

London Gatwick has estimated around 630 new jobs will be created for local construction workers, if its plans to bring its Northern Runway into routine use are given the go-ahead. These jobs would be generated across …
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London Gatwick launches new link to Saudi Arabia – the region’s top trading partner
02/06/2023

London Gatwick launches new link to Saudi Arabia – the region’s top trading partner

A new link to the region’s top trading partner will give South East businesses a boost, as airline Saudia yesterday launched a new service between London Gatwick and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Between April 2022 and March …
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Wizz Air Launches Two New Routes From London Gatwick Airport
30/05/2023

Wizz Air Launches Two New Routes From London Gatwick Airport

Two new routes will take passengers to Prague, Czechia and Hurghada, Egypt Flights to the popular holiday destinations will commence on October 31 Fares start from £21.99 to Prague and from £48.99 to Hurghada Wizz Air, …
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London Gatwick celebrates next phase of growth with launch of new brand and refreshed vision
03/05/2023

London Gatwick celebrates next phase of growth with launch of new brand and refreshed vision

On Friday London Gatwick unveiled its new brand identity and refreshed vision, reflecting its strong ongoing recovery from the pandemic, providing a platform for the airport’s next phase of growth and supporting significant economic opportunities …
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London Gatwick flying to 90% of pre-pandemic destinations this Easter
06/04/2023

London Gatwick flying to 90% of pre-pandemic destinations this Easter

This Easter school holiday, London Gatwick Airport will fly to 90% of the destinations it offered passengers during the same period in 2019. London Gatwick - part of VINCI Airports' network - will serve 177 destinations this Easter, compared …
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Southeast exports £half a billion to India each year, as first Air India flights leave Gatwick Airport
29/03/2023

Southeast exports £half a billion to India each year, as first Air India flights leave Gatwick Airport

Businesses across the South East exported £479 million of goods and services to India – more than any region outside London - according to the latest Government figures1. These impressive trade volumes – and the jobs …
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London Gatwick Airport secures daily Air Mauritius flights this winter
23/03/2023

London Gatwick Airport secures daily Air Mauritius flights this winter

London Gatwick Airport passengers will benefit from greater choice when looking for winter sun this year, with Air Mauritius announcing daily flights to the Indian Ocean island. The flag-carrier airline will arrive at Gatwick on 29 …
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Saudia joins London Gatwick’s long-haul network with new flights to Jeddah
21/03/2023

Saudia joins London Gatwick’s long-haul network with new flights to Jeddah

London Gatwick Airport will be adding another long-haul route to its network from 1 June, when Saudia begins operating flights to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The Saudi flag-carrier airline will fly six times a week to King …
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London Gatwick Airport recovers strongly in 2022
16/03/2023

London Gatwick Airport recovers strongly in 2022

London Gatwick Airport has today published its financial results for 2022, and recognising the urgent need to make net zero a reality has accelerated its commitment to be net zero for its own Scope 1 …
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London Gatwick Airport to celebrate English wine and local produce with opening of Vagabond and South Downs restaurants and bars
07/03/2023

London Gatwick Airport to celebrate English wine and local produce with opening of Vagabond and South Downs restaurants and bars

London Gatwick Airport will be welcoming two new restaurants and wine bars this spring – Vagabond Bar & Kitchen and South Downs Sparkling Wine Bar – showcasing a vast array of the best local wines, …
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Gatwick Airport seeks good causes from Sussex, Surrey and Kent
03/03/2023

Gatwick Airport seeks good causes from Sussex, Surrey and Kent

Gatwick Airport has launched round two of its call-out for deserving local causes in Sussex, Surrey and Kent. The Gatwick Foundation Fund has earmarked £100,000 to spend across the three counties and is asking local groups …
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London Gatwick Airport expands highly-acclaimed apprenticeship programme to mark National Apprenticeship Week
10/02/2023

London Gatwick Airport expands highly-acclaimed apprenticeship programme to mark National Apprenticeship Week

London Gatwick Airport has launched an expanded apprenticeship programme for 2023, with applications for six vacancies across four different engineering and IT roles open from today, to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week.  Now in its 46th year, Gatwick’s apprenticeship programme …
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Gatwick Airport Served 32.8 Million Passengers in 2022 and Begins 2023 by Boosting its Long Haul Network
13/01/2023

Gatwick Airport Served 32.8 Million Passengers in 2022 and Begins 2023 by Boosting its Long Haul Network

Annual traffic results published by VINCI Airports show that London Gatwick Airport served 32.8 million passengers in 2022, which represents 71% of pre-pandemic (2019) numbers.  This follows the airport welcoming only 6.3 million passengers in …
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Gatwick Airport to host a second economic summit next year – following successful inaugural event
14/11/2022

Gatwick Airport to host a second economic summit next year – following successful inaugural event

Following the success of the inaugural Gatwick Airport Economic Summit (3 Nov), the airport has today announced that it will hold a second event next year. Over 120 delegates - representing local authorities, businesses, developers, education …
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