24-Jul-2017 8:11 AM
MAG launches Manchester Airport's GBP1bn transformation programme
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) launched (21-Jul-2017) Manchester Airport's 10 year, GBP1 billion transformation programme. The project is the largest private investment in the region. Highlights include:
- Further improve the North's international connectivity:
- Manchester Airport is targeting expanding its route network into North America, the GCC, Asia, Africa and Latin America;
- Create more than 1500 jobs in the construction phase, including up to 200 apprentices;
- Increase capacity to handle 45 million passengers p/a, up almost 20 million. [more - original PR]