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Tuesday, 24 September 2024

BBC News

• Boeing union hits out over 'final' 30% pay rise offerMore than 30,000 Boeing workers went on strike earlier this month after rejecting a 25% pay rise offer.

Times Online

• Could Heathrow's third runway finally be cleared for take off? [subscription]The political mood seems to have tilted back towards economic growth and away from the green agenda

Other News Sources

• London Gatwick can help the new government meet its missions for national renewalBy investing in infrastructure, businesses, local communities and decarbonisation ? while increasing airport capacity − London Gatwick will play a crucial role supporting the government?s objectives on economic growth, clean energy and reducing barriers to opportunity
• Exploring the innovations that are remaking aviationAs major pieces of transport infrastructure, airports have the opportunity to adopt low emission development strategies, optimise their energy and resource use, pioneer the use of electric vehicles within their estates, embed circular economy principles as they build new capacity, and drive socially valuable outcomes for local populations. This film explores over a dozen innovations that will improve the way we travel, from baggage handling, to real time airports, to integrated airport planning.
• Heathrow Relaunches Export Competition to Support SMEs to Expand OverseasHeathrow is relaunching its World of Opportunity competition which helps new exporters to get their goods and services sold on international markets.