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Airports Development & Future of Aviation Conference

Name: Airports Development & Future of Aviation Conference
Start: 2022-05-04T08:00
End: 1970-01-01T15:30
Location: Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester

Wednesday, 4th May 2022 0800hrs – 1530hrs

Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester, Wilmslow Old Rd, Altrincham WA15 8XQ

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Over £6 billion worth of airport expansion, airport city development and infrastructure upgrades will be discussed at this conference which will lead to major increases of passenger numbers and thousands of new jobs in the sector.

We’re back in at the Concorde Conference Centre and at this event we’ll uncover new insights and future plans from those at the forefront of future airports and airport cities, whilst hearing about new opportunities and how airport cities and employment hubs will feed into and integrate into the growth plans of the surrounding cities.

The trending theme will also be how airports will recover and fightback from the effects of the pandemic and how they are adapting to climate change restrictions as the UK looks to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

We’ll hear from influential figures in the airport’s sector and delve into the phenomenal opportunities which airport cities present, whilst gathering insights into best practice and the ingredients that make an airport city viable. We’ll also hear discussions and presentations from airport owners and operators alongside key stakeholders to hear how airport cities can knit into already existing cities, what infrastructure is needed to unlock growth, and what major developments are planned.

Gloucestershire Airport infrastructure upgrades
Intel on future Blackpool Airport investment
Gatwick’s £500m second runway plans
323,000 sq ft business park at Gloucestershire Airport
Bristol Airport’s plans to create 5,000 new jobs
Glasgow Airport’s 500,000 sq ft Airport City
British Aviation Group’s vision for UK’s aviation sector
MAG’s airport city and East Mids Freeport plans

£500 million London City Airport Expansion
Birmingham Airport’s strategic recovery plans
Guernsey Airport’s development masterplan
Bristol Airport increasing passenger capacity to 12m
The new Glasgow Airport Rail Link
Latest phases of Dublin’s Airport City
Update from Manchester Airports Group
And much more…

Speakers for this event include:

Tim Halley,
Director of Infrastructure and Planning

Karen Taylor,
Managing Director

Nick Gerrard,
Growth and Prosperity Director

Nikki Bains,
Head of Planning, Transport and Strategy

Ross Nimmo,
Head of Planning & Development

Hannah Tew,
Director of Air Mobility

Ben Le Huray,
Chief Commercial & Infrastructure Officer

Andrea Carroll,
Group Sustainability Director

Jonathan Deegan,
Planning and Environment Lead

Holly Greig,
Deputy Director, Aviation Decarbonisation Division

Paul Willis,
Chief Development Officer

Samantha Dean,
Senior Associate

Simon Earles,
Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Director

Jason Fowler,
Chair

Amanda Griffiths,
Director

Philip Church,
Director, Aviation

Alistair Andrew,
Strategic Planning and Investment Director

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08:00-09:00	Breakfast & Networking
09:00-09:15	Conference Welcome and Keynote Speaker Paul Willis will open the event with an inspirational keynote, setting the tone for the conversation to come. MAG Group; Paul Willis, Chief Development Officer
09:15-10:15	Session One: The Future of Airports With the aviation sector facing its biggest challenge since inception as airports rethink and reimagine their future development plans, this panel brings together a selection of experts to discuss how the industry can bounce forward and get its ambitions back on track. Chair: (Available to Sponsor) British Aviation Group; Jason Fowler, Chair Connected Places Catapult; Hannah Tew, Director of Air Mobility Bristol Airport; Simon Earles, Planning and Sustainability Director Department for Transport; Holly Greig, Deputy Director, Aviation Decarbonisation Division Dublin Airport; Andrea Carroll, Group Sustainability Director
10:15-11:00	Break & Networking Build commercially rewarding connections during the break – with refreshments included.
11:00-12:00	Session Two: Innovation for Future Airport and Aviation Needs; Sponsored by Egis With the sector recovering from the effects of the pandemic and the need to head towards net zero carbon emissions, innovative solutions will be needed to achieve greener and smarter airports. In this session we will hear from airport groups and the forward thinking organisations at the forefront of creating these solutions – discussing what the future of aviation and airports will look like, and how we can collaborate to achieve it and the billions of pounds in opportunities it will create. Chair: Egis; Philip Church, Director, Aviation Connected Places Catapult; Hannah Tew, Director of Air Mobility Glasgow Airport; Ross Nimmo, Head of Planning & Development Dublin Airport; Andrea Carroll, Group Sustainability Director London City Airport; Tim Halley, Director of Infrastructure and Planning
12:00-12:45	Lunch & Networking Build commercially rewarding connections during the lunch break – with refreshments and food provided.
12:45-13:45	Session Three: UK Airport Development and Expansion Plans Some of the UK’s major airports will discuss their strategic importance in their region and how future expansion plans will provide a catalyst for wider economic growth as the sector recovers after the pandemic. Chair: Weston Williamson + Partners; Samantha Dean, Senior Associate Birmingham Airport; Nikki Bains, Head of Planning, Transport and Strategy Blackpool Airport; Nick Gerrard, Growth and Prosperity Director MAG Group; Alistair Andrew, Head of Planning Services
13:45-14:15	Break & Networking Build commercially rewarding connections during the break – with refreshments included.
14:15-15:15	Session Four: Delivering Airports of the Future – Masterplanning World Class Airports; Sponsored by BDB Pitmans Major UK and international airports will reveal their world class future development and expansion plans which will play an important role creating economic growth in their regions and how they will further connect themselves with the rest of the world. Chair: BDB Pitmans; Tom Henderson, Partner Gatwick Airport; Jonathan Deegan, Planning and Environment Lead Gloucestershire Airport; Karen Taylor, Managing Director Guernsey Airport; Ben Le Huray, Chief Commercial & Infrastructure Officer
15:15-15:30	Conference Summary and Close

This unique conference will bring together the construction industry to discuss the aviation and airports sector. There will be plenty of exhibitors showcasing their brand and best practice in the industry, whilst helping them reap the rewards of being prominently displayed within the events exhibition area in front of some key and influential business leaders.

Modular Construction Off Site Development Build Public Sector

Exhibiting will allow you to:

Meet 300+ delegates face to face
Be part of the annual Airports and Airport Cities Development Conference
Be seen as a leading firm in the industry’s bid to drive sustainable growth in the regions
Network with hundreds of your business clients and peers
Showcase your work to regional authorities, government officials, leading private sector firms, blue-chip companies, investors and more

Confirmed Exhibitors:

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If you’re interested in exhibiting at the conference then get in touch with our team – with space available for standard exhibition stalls or larger spaces to showcase more of your brand and create an eye-catching area contact:

Email: opportunities@built-environment-networking.com

Associate your brand with the Airports and Airport Cities Development Conference and position your brand at the forefront of one of the UK’s biggest discussions and debates about the aviation and airports sector.

Package	Exhibition Stand	Chair/ Speaking Opportunity	Tickets	VIP Backstage Access	Cost (+VAT)
Corporate Partner	Yes	Yes	15	Yes	£8.250	View Details
Session One Partner: Building Greener, Smarter Airports to meet the UK’s and Ireland’s future needs	Yes	Yes	10	Yes	£5,500	View Details
Session Two Partner: Innovation for Future Airport and Aviation Needs	Yes	Yes	10	Yes	£5,500	Sold Out
Session Three Partner: UK Airport Development and Expansion Plans	Yes	Yes	10	Yes	£5,500	View Details
Session Four Partner: Delivering Airports of the Future – Masterplanning World Class Airports	Yes	Yes	10	Yes	£5,500	Sold Out
Best Practice Presentation Partner	Yes	Yes	7	Yes	£3,250	View Details
Pre Conference Dinner Partner	–	–	2	Yes	£2,750	View Details
Private Roundtable Partner	Yes	–	5	Yes	£2,750	View Details
Speaker Table Partner	Yes	–	5	Yes	£2,750	View Details
Programme Partner	Yes	–	5	–	£2,250	View Details
Breakfast Partner	Yes	–	5	–	£2,250	View Details
Lunch Partner	Yes	–	5	–	£2,250	View Details
Email Partner	Yes	–	5	–	£2,250	View Details
Registration Partner	Yes	–	5	–	£2,250	View Details
Exhibitor Packages	Yes	–	4	–	£1,750	View Details

We have various partnership packages available, including packages with speaking opportunities and huge exhibition space large enough to promote your business, allowing you to address your whole target audience for maximum brand awareness and impact. Our partnership packages will put you at the forefront of the industry discussion allowing you to be there, be active and be an expert within the construction and property sector, the future vision for the aviation sector and the whole built environment industry.

Corporate Partner

£8,250+VAT

Be at the forefront of the conference with onstage branding, a 15-minute keynote speech to kickstart the conference, access to the VIP Speakers’ Room and much more. This package will elevate your brand and drive awareness, loyalty and trust in front of industry leaders. This is the ultimate package if you’re looking to be seen as a leading figure within the industry with branding within the title of the event – ‘Airports and Airport Cities Development Conference in association with YOUR BRAND’. Benefits include:

Position yourself alongside Built Environment Networking to shape the conference agenda and content to bring your strategic thinking to the conference, with the option to recommend speakers
Inclusion within pre-conference speaker communications including speaker briefings
Direct access before and after the sessions to the speakers and panellists; an excellent opportunity to establish rapport and build commercially rewarding relationships
Prime branding for the whole conference
One pull-up stand on stage for the entire conference
Option to do a Keynote speech
3x1m² exhibition space
Fifteen delegate passes for the conference
One ticket to the VIP Speaker’s dinner for one of your selected event speakers, which takes place the day before or day of the event – allowing you to meet speakers in a relaxed environment
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to fifteen people per year
Access to the Speakers’ Green Room
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One full page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Session Partner

£5,500+VAT

The role of the session partner provides an opportunity for you to chair or participate in one of the sessions to build brand awareness, loyalty and trust amongst hundreds of civic and business leaders from across the industry. You’ll be seen to be a thought leader within your area of expertise and showcase your company in front of key decision-makers from across the industry. Benefits include:

Involvement with an exceptional panel session with the option to chair or be involved in the debate, discussions and presentations
Option to do a five minute introduction to the panel OR thought leaders presentation
Position yourself alongside us to shape the session agenda and content to bring your strategic thinking to the conference, with the option to recommend speakers
Inclusion within pre-conference communications including speaker briefings
Direct access before and after the sessions to the speakers and panellists; an excellent opportunity to establish rapport and build commercially rewarding relationships
Positioned as as ‘Conference Session Partner’ in all branding
Additional pull-up stand on stage during your conference session
3x1m² exhibition space
Ten delegate passes for the conference
50% off tickets to the VIP Speakers’ dinner which takes place the day before or the day of the event – allowing you to meet speakers in a relaxed environment
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to ten people per year
Access to the Speakers’ Green Room
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One full page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Session Two Partner: Innovation for Future Airport and Aviation Needs

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Session Four Partner: Delivering Airports of the Future – Masterplanning World Class Airports

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Best Practice Presentation Partner

£3,250+VAT

This package enables you to speak at the conference – providing you with an opportunity to deliver a thought leadership presentations and/or on-stage Q&A utilising our expert Chair. You’ll be able to position yourself as a though-leader and go-to-business in your sector in front of sector/regional stakeholders and influencers. Benefits include:

15-minute timeslot before one of the main sessions to deliver a thought leadership presentation and/or Q&A session
Direct access before and after every session to the VIP speaker room, an excellent opportunity to establish rapport and build commercially rewarding relationships
Prime branding at the conference
3x1m² exhibition space
Additional pull-up stand on stage during your Best Practice session
Seven delegate passes for the conference
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to ten people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One full page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Pre Conference Dinner Partner

£2,750+VAT

The day before the event we’ll be hosting a Speaker and Sponsor VIP dinner – this event offers a unique opportunity to network one-on-one with the industry’s leading figures. This partnership enables you to have prominent involvement and branding at the dinner. Benefits include:

Speaking opportunity – with a 10-minute promotional talk at the VIP Dinner
Prime branding at the conference dinner.
Two pull-up banners at the conference dinner
Promotional material and literature placement on the dinner tables
Two places at the conference dinner
Two delegate passes for the conference
Positioned as ‘Conference Dinner Partner’ in all branding
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to two people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One full page advert in the dinner menu
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference

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Private Roundtable Partner

£2,750+VAT

Take the discussion into a more private setting – with a hireable room at the event enabling you to create a roundtable discussion for up to 45-minutes. We’ll work with you to invite your target clients, plus your own attendees, to create an in-event experience that helps you forge new commercially rewards connections. Benefits include:

Hire a private room at the event venue for 45-minutes – for circa 10-15 attendees
Ten invitations directly through ourselves to event delegates to request their attendance at the roundtable (no guarantee provided on attendance)
Pull-up banners and marketing literature allowed within the private room during the period of your roundtable
3x1m² exhibition space
Four delegate passes to the conference– which you can use for your staff or invited clients who you may also want to take part in the roundtable discussion
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One half page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Speaker Table Partner

£2,750+VAT

Become the official partner of the Speakers’ Table – where our high-level event speakers will congregate throughout the day. Benefits include:

VIP access to enable you to join the speaker table/room
Build one-to-one relationships with key decision makers and work givers
Marketing collateral can be placed on the speaker table
Two pull-up banners around the Speaker Table area
3x1m² exhibition space
Five delegate passes for the conference
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One half page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Programme Partner

£2,250+VAT

Prominent branding on the front of our conference programme. A great way of driving brand awareness and visibility in front of your primary audience. Benefits include:

Prime Branding on the cover of the conference programme
Positioned as ‘Conference Programme Partner’ in all branding
3x1m² exhibition space
Five delegate passes for the event
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One full page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Breakfast Partner

£2,250+VAT

A package to enable mass brand awareness and visibility during the busiest periods of the day. Becoming a partner would ensure branding is at the forefront of the breakfast period area along with additional marketing benefits including an exhibition stand and inclusion within all marketing material. Benefits include:

Prime branding in the physical breakfast area space for the duration of breakfast with three pull-up stands
Positioned as ‘Conference Breakfast Partner’ in all branding
3x1m² exhibition space
Five delegate passes for the conference
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One half page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Lunch Partner

£2,250+VAT

A package to enable mass brand awareness and visibility during the busiest periods of the day. Becoming a partner would ensure branding is at the forefront of the lunch period area along with additional marketing benefits including an exhibition stand and inclusion within all marketing material. Benefits include:

Prime branding in the physical lunch area space for the duration of lunch with three pull-up stands
Positioned as ‘Conference Lunch Partner’ in all branding
3x1m² exhibition space
Five delegate passes for the conference
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One half page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Email Partner

£2,250+VAT

Prime branding on all emails used to promote the conference with delegates before, during and after the conference. Benefits include:

Prime Branding on the emails sent to promote the conference sent to circa 80,000 contacts
Positioned as ‘Conference Email Partner’ in all branding
3x1m² exhibition space
Five delegate passes for the conference
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One half page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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Registration Partner

£2,250+VAT

Sponsorship of the registration area – the delegate entry point to the conference. Benefits include:

Branding on the sign-in iPads at check-out where all delegates sign-in with a table cloth and two pull up stands (provided by you)
Positioned as ‘Conference Registration artner’ in all branding
3x1m² exhibition space
Five delegate passes for the event
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to five people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
One half page digital advert in the conference programme
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

Become a partner >

Exhibitor Package

£1,750+VAT

If you’re looking for access to the event and a space to hold meetings and showcase your services, our Exhibitor Partner package is perfect. There is no limit to the exhibition space enabling you to simply drive brand awareness through a standard exhibition package or bring excitement to the room with the ability to take exhibition space to stand out from the crowd. Benefits include:

3x1m² exhibition space
Four delegate passes for the event
Attendance at Networking Training sessions for up to four people per year
Your logo will be displayed on the conference page of the website
Your logo will be on all documents related to the conference – emails etc.
Chairman’s ‘thank you’ in the closing speech
Social media – pre, during & post-conference activity
Inclusion within all PR and Outreach to regional, national and industry press
Access to photographs and video of the conference
Virtual exhibition stand – to allow connectivity to hybrid/virtual event users
Logo/branding on the online conference platform

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If you’re interested in any of the packages above or if you’re interested in finding out additional information then contact us on:

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opportunities@built-environment-networking.com

This event will bring together high-level speakers from a number of UK and international airports – discussing their challenges, opportunities they’re progressing, and their future estate and property masterplans. Speakers include:

MAG Group – Paul Willis, Chief Development Officer

Paul is the Chief Development Officer for Manchester Airports Group. Paul joined MAG in 2015 and has held several senior positions including the Group Engineering Services Director, led the Stansted Transformation Programme responsible for delivering the c.£600m Transformation Programme for Stansted Airport and recently was Group Strategy Director, leading the strategic vision for MAG through the COVID 19 pandemic.

Paul has over 30 years’ experience in the management, planning, design, construction, operation, and development of airports. Prior to joining MAG, Paul was the Global Head of Aviation for Arcadis and throughout his career has held a number of key management posts to design, construct and operate a number of international airports including the design, construction and opening of Athens International Airport.

Department for Transport – Holly Greig, Deputy Director, Aviation Decarbonisation Division

Holly will join the conference to explore the DFT’s future plans and the role the airport and aviation sectors will play in creating a net zero Britain as well as creating inclusive economic growth. Holly will also discuss the role the DFT played at COP26 where they kickstarted a year of ambition and collaboration – negotiating with like-minded states that are serious about decarbonising the aviation sector and forming an initiative to convince and bring in more states to commit to decarbonising their aviation sectors.

London City Airport – Tim Halley, Director of Infrastructure and Planning

London City Airport (LCA) have submitted a revised planning application for airport expansion- aiming to bring in 9 million passengers by 2031 and creating hundreds of jobs. LCA have already started the £12 million terminal refurbishment, which includes new restaurants, shopping outlets and revamped amenities for a better customer experience. Tim will talk about the role London City Airport will play in the aviation sector’s recovery and look ahead to the future development phases of their £500 million airport expansion.

Gloucestershire Airport – Karen Taylor, Managing Director

Gloucestershire Airport is UK’s busiest general aviation airport and is investing £8 million to upgrade the runways at Gloucestershire Airport, as a part of a £15 million in the Staverton site development. Karen – Managing director at Gloucestershire Airport and Non-Executive Director at Blackpool Airport will be joining the session to discuss new development, infrastructural regeneration, and economic growth in the region.

British Aviation Group – Jason Fowler, Chair

The British Aviation Group (BAG) is the leading representative body for British companies involved in aviation and airport development and operations with 210 members working across 150 countries and turning over £2.5 billion in the UK. They provide world class expertise to meet the challenges of global airports and we are the first port of call for their clients to connect to the full spectrum of British aviation expertise delivering solutions for airports large and small. Jason will be joining the session to discuss thought leadership on delivering the airports of tomorrow, the challenges and the opportunities within the sector.

Birmingham International Airport – Nikki Bains, Head of Planning, Transport and Strategy

Birmingham Airport announced plans for £500m worth of development to increase passenger numbers from 13 million per year to 18 million by 2033. The expansion will see the departure lounge in the north terminal extended by 40% and is set to add a mezzanine, more check-in facilities, and additional seating and retail space. Nikki will reveal more intel on this expansion as well as discussing the airport’s strategy for recovery and the role the airport plays in Birmingham and the UK’s economy.

Glasgow Airport – Ross Nimmo, Head of Planning & Development

Glasgow Airport is owned by AGS Airports along with Southampton and Aberdeen Airports, carrying over nine million passengers per year, Glasgow Airport serves more Scottish destinations than any other airport and is a key component of Scotland’s transport infrastructure. Ross Nimmo leads Glasgow Airport’s Planning and Development team which is responsible for strategic master planning, transport (including city deal projects) and aerodrome safeguarding. His current portfolio includes developing ‘Airport City Glasgow’ and major public transport enhancements, including the landmark Glasgow Metro which is set to be developed over the next 10 years. The airport is in the midst of a multi-year development and expansion project, which will see a 500,000 sq ft airport city created to support the aerospace, freight and innovation sectors.

Dublin Airport – Andrea Carroll, Group Sustainability Director

Andrea recently took up the position of Group Sustainability Director at a busy time for the DAA with completion of Dublin airport’s new northern runway set to be operational in 2022 and a host of development plans in the pipeline – both at the airport and the surrounding airport city. Andrea will join the conference to reveal more about the DAA’s future development plans and how they will reach their sustainability targets going forward.

Guernsey Airports – Ben Le Huray, Chief Commercial & Infrastructure Officer

Guernsey Airport are drawing up a new masterplan to diversify the use of the airport in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Phase one of the project will be to identify revenue opportunities and improve passenger experience at the Channel Islands airport. Airport owner Guernsey Ports want to maximise the value of its land and property on the site through new commercial ventures and optimising operations. Ben will join the conference to talk about the real opportunity for Guernsey Airport to become a catalyst for commerce on the island and reveal more details about the masterplan and how it will look to maximise the potential for new revenue streams.

Connected Places Catapult – Hannah Tew, Director of Air Mobility

Hannah is Director of Air Mobility Connected Places Catapult. A Fellow of IOM3 and Chartered Engineer, her career has been spent in collaborative industrial R&D. Hannah brings insights and stakeholder understanding of a wider aviation system including the integration of new classes of air vehicle and aviation sustainability, along with a complementary and in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing sector.

Gatwick Airport – Jonathan Deegan, Planning and Environment Lead

Gatwick Airport is pressing ahead with plans for a second runway – the proposed plans worth around £500m will see the airport’s emergency northern runway moved sideways by 12m and upgraded for routine short-haul use. Other elements of the proposals include improved airport access, highway improvements, as well as additional environmental mitigation, with the project set to be delivered in a sustainable way which will help them to achieve the Government’s overall goal of net zero emissions by 2050. Jonathan is leading on the project for Gatwick and will be on hand to reveal more intel on the scheme.

MAG – Alistair Andrew, Strategic Planning and Investment Director

Alistair is currently Strategic Planning and Investment Director for Manchester Airports Group, covering Manchester, East Midlands and London Stansted Airports, working for the business for over 10 years. In his time, he has overseen London Stansted’s Transformation Programme including the 35+ planning appeal; the successful bid for an East Midlands Freeport; as well as the Manchester Airport Transformation Programme and master planning for Airport City.

Weston Williamson + Partners – Samantha Dean, Senior Associate

Samantha is an Associate Director at Weston Williamson + Partners, leading projects within our transport and infrastructure team. She has been involved in some of the UK’s largest transport projects from design to delivery, and has significant experience in transport architecture and a collaborative work approach, fostering relationships with multi-disciplinary teams. She is passionate about promoting the next generation of architects, and helping more young people enter the construction industry.

Bristol Airport – Simon Earles, Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Director

Bristol Airport previously announced their expansion masterplan which is estimated to bring £430 million to the economy of the Southwest of England and South Wales. As a part of the plan Bristol airport will be focusing on the drive to NetZero, developing greener infrastructure including hydrogen and sustainable growth. Simon will be joining the session to discuss sustainability, infrastructure requirements for airport and economic development.

Blackpool Airport – Nick Gerrard, Growth and Prosperity Director

One of the architects of Blackpool’s £1bn renaissance masterplan, Nick will unveil the intricate details behind the council’s sizeable investment and development ambitions which include all of the excellent work being scoped out at the Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone as well as upgrades and maintenance to essential infrastructure, with further significant investment planned.

Built Environment Networking – Amanda Griffiths, Director

Amanda is one of the Co-Founder’s of Built Environment Networking – formed almost 10 years ago.

She’ll be hosting throughout the day, running the days proceedings and managing the interaction between our delegates and the speakers.

Egis – Philip Church, Director, Aviation

Philip is a director within the Aviation Business Line at Egis, an avionics engineer, and award-winning consultant with over 20 years’ experience in the industry. He has a background working with all aviation stakeholders – airports, airlines, service providers and regulators across all areas of ATM/CNS, and has wide ranging experience covering project management, safety, business planning, market forecasting, training, and standardisation. He has a specialist interest in advanced technical and operational concepts to enable tangible benefits to airports and airspace users. He supports novel project that improve traffic flows, increase capacity and enable airspace optimisation and integration of all airspace users – current and future.

BDB Pitmans – Tom Henderson, Partner

Tom specialises in the authorisation of major infrastructure projects. He has a wealth of experience helping promoters obtain consent for complex projects, across the full range of consents processes including development consent orders (DCOs), transport and works orders, private and hybrid bills and harbour orders. He also advises those affected by major projects to ensure their interests are properly protected.

He has worked on some of the largest and most high profile infrastructure projects in the UK. He is currently leading BDB’s legal team advising National Highways on the Lower Thames Crossing, its largest ever project, and on a number of other DCOs to authorise major highway improvements.

He is also leading on major expansion plans for Luton Airport, and advising TFL on the Rotherhithe to Canary Wharf pedestrian and cycle crossing