Manchester Airport enters top 20 European airports for pax handled

Manchester Airport CEO Ken O'Toole confirmed (08-Feb-2017) the airport has moved into the top 20 European airports for passengers handled, replacing Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Mr O'Toole stated the airport has seen 34 months of consecutive growth including Jan-2017 figures. Mr O'Toole stated growth has been, "Delivered across the board, with all categories of carriers continuing to recognise the strength of our catchment area". Mr O'Toole said the airport aims to, "Bring on more long haul routes" in 2017, in order to, "Unlock investment and economic opportunities for businesses". [more - original PR]