Gatwick Airport having one among its busiest summers

Gatwick Airport mentioned it’s having one among its “busiest summers but”, in response to the newest passenger knowledge.

Within the first half of 2024, 19.9 million passengers travelled by its two terminals, which is 7.7% greater than the identical interval in 2023.

The West Sussex airport hopes to double capability by making use of its present northern runway.

Stewart Wingate, airport chief govt, mentioned the “sturdy begin” is due to “sturdy planning” and it has delivered a “dependable and pleasing expertise” for passengers.

Mr Wingate mentioned: “I’m delighted that we’ve got as soon as once more achieved good service ranges, as evidenced by assembly 100% of our service measures.”

Service measures embody the supply of seating in departure lounges, ready occasions at safety and baggage supply occasions.

The airport recorded half-year revenues of £488 million, an increase of 15.3% from a yr earlier.

Underlying earnings have been up 13.9% yr on yr to £268 million, with web revenue for the interval up 33.8% at £106 million.

If authorised, Gatwick’s planning software to convey its present emergency northern runway into routine use may see it being often utilised by the top of 2029.

Mr Wingate added: “Via our northern runway mission, we’re demonstrating our dedication to rising sustainably, consistent with our decade of change sustainability technique and authorities coverage.”

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