BAA establishes Heathrow group

BAA stated it has secured agreement from the CEOs of British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and bmi, which together represent the three largest carriers at the airport and over half its capacity (seats), as well as from NATS and the UK Civil Aviation Authority, to establish a Heathrow partnership that meets "regularly" to discuss operational issues (UK Airport News, 12-Apr-2011). BAA in Mar-2011 outlined plans to invest GBP50 million in new snow clearing and winter equipment and establish closer working relationships with airlines and aviation bodies.