Learning lessons the Southend way
London Southend Airport amalgamates the characteristics of a capital city airport with the best attributes of a regional. Its CEO, …
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London Southend Airport amalgamates the characteristics of a capital city airport with the best attributes of a regional. Its CEO, …
How does the airline market stand after a tough two years? John Strickland, managing director of JlS Consulting, gave his …
Any company likes to know that they are doing well and airports are no exception. Getting instant feedback is important …
Transavia Netherland has weathered the tough times and is ready to grow once more, as the airline’s strategic network planner, …
Director of route development, Ray Kelliher, explained why, although Ryanair continues to innovate, there’s a sturdy core which remains at …
Making the most out of downtime during the pandemic, Aarhus Airport invested heavily and now has an airport ready for …
Birgir Jonsson, CEO of Icelandic carrier PLAY, intends his airline to be a long-term operator across the Atlantic. PLAY Airlines …
Finavia’s development programme at Helsinki Airport has focused on positioning Helsinki Airport services and passenger comfort to be among the …

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