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The first of a new fleet of Azuma trains to enter regular service carrying passengers will depart from London to Leeds on Wednesday morning, bringing the promise of faster, more reliable services – and more seats – for the East Coast line.
Vinci backs Gatwick airport expansion as it completes takeover
Vinci has officially completed its takeover of Gatwick Airport, purchasing a 50.01% stake in the business.
Wednesday, 15 May 2019
The Herald
- In the present climate, is it time to close Prestwick?THE dilemma that our politicians have to face in today’s febrile climate is simple; jobs that are necessary versus climate change deemed essential to save the planet (“Sturgeon may drop support for Heathrow’s third runway”, The Herald, May 10).
The Telegraph
- Don't expect the French to fight for a second runway at Gatwick [subscription]rance. A country synonymous with culture: with fine wines, rich food and celebrated art. But – as anyone on the receiving end of an “ah bof” from a Parisian waiter will tell you – perhaps not known for excelling in customer service.
Times Online
- Jet fuel tax could cut emissions, leaked EU report says [subscription]A tax on jet fuel would cut Ireland’s carbon emissions by 8 per cent and raise almost €300 million in revenues every year, according to a leaked report for the European Commission.
Cambridge News
- Three possible locations for new Cambridge Airport revealedMarshall has announced the airfield will be moving
North Wales Live
- Airbus waste leak sparks clean up operation near the River DeeNatural Resources Wales attended the aerospace site and will monitor the watercourse in the area
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- Bournemouth Airport plans 'could create 1,900 jobs'UP to 1,900 jobs could be created at Bournemouth Airport under plans to create a “world class” business park.
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- Vinci backs Gatwick airport expansion as it completes takeoverVinci has officially completed its takeover of Gatwick Airport, purchasing a 50.01% stake in the business.
Aviation Industry
- Vinci Airports seals London Gatwick dealVinci Airports has completed the purchase of its controlling 50.01% stake in London Gatwick Airport, the French company announced May 14. read more
- Groupe ADP’s privatization plan could be delayed by referendumA Paris court ruling to allow a referendum on whether Paris airports operator Groupe ADP should be privatized looks set to push back the controversial sell-off of the French state’s stake in the airport operator. read more
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- Dundee Airport buzzing with more than 100,000 ‘flights’ a dayDundee is famous for many things – but a busy, bustling airport isn’t one of them.
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