LCCI’s Aviation ‘Green Skies’ Programme explores London’s aviation landscape and how it can become better prepared to meet the challenges of today for the needs of tomorrow and showcases why it is so vital that aviation becomes sustainable, given its importance to the UK economy.
The significance of aviation to London's economy is too important to ignore. Polling by LCCI and Savanta highlighted that 83% of London businesses agree that air connectivity is important to London's global competitiveness. Therefore the aviation sector must continue to grow whilst also moving towards a greener future as businesses transition to net zero.
LCCI's Green Skies Aviation report calls on the government to accelerate and prioritise the transition to clean jet fuels to remain globally competitive.
Heathrow Lift Off is a concept developed in 2022 as an additional way to attract and work with SMEs. Lift Off provides a platform for selected SMEs seeking potential business opportunities to present their products and services to a panel made up of Heathrow and our largest supply chain partner organisations. They've delivered many successful Lift Off events since its launch in March 2023, addressing topics including sustainability, passenger experience, data and technologies.
On 29 May, we weclomed Liz Hardy, London Stansted Airport, and Fiona McGlone, Luton Rising, for a panel discussion on airport expansion, supply chains and economic growth.
Jonathon Counsell, Group Sustainability Offier at International Airlines Group (IAG) explores the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plants that IAG are investing in.
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has again called on the government to approve London Luton Airport’s Development Consent Order (DCO) in order to expand London Luton Airport.
The reassertion of support follows an open letter signed by LCCI, Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce and 139 businesses addressed to both the Chancellor and the Business Secretary in December.
LCCI had the pleasure of visiting London Stansted Airport, our Patron Member and Green Skies Aviation Programme Partner, to learn more about its transformative plans for sustainable growth and outstanding contributions to the local economy and skills development. Aviation is a key driver of London’s economy, connecting our diverse business community to global markets.
Our portfolio includes three further education colleges, offering high-quality courses, apprenticeships and programmes for young people and adults, the West London Institute of Technology delivering higher technical STEM qualifications and HRUC Apprenticeships & Skills providing a range of apprenticeships and support for businesses to develop their workforce. We work closely with our communities and employers across west and south London and we are growing our international links, including our recent membership of the Industrial Liaison Program at MIT.
Heathrow is the UK’s only hub airport - a gateway to over 80 long-haul destinations - facilitating the global travel and trade that keeps the UK economy moving. It’s a place like no other – a city within a city – where colleagues connect around a common goal, to give passengers the best airport service in the world.
International Airlines Group (IAG) is one of the world's largest airline groups. Before the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic it operated with a fleet of 531 aircraft to 279 destinations and carried around 118 million passengers each year. It is a Spanish registered company with shares traded on the London Stock Exchange and Spanish Stock Exchanges.
Gatwick is the UK’s second largest airport and flies a range of both short and long-haul point-to-point services. The airport is a vital piece of the UK’s national infrastructure and is also a major driver for the economies of the South East and Greater London. 15 million people can get to the airport within one hour, and Gatwick is the most connected airport in the country by rail.
London Stansted Airport is the third busiest airport in the London system, serving 200 destinations across 40 countries. A market leader for short-haul travel across Europe, it also has daily flights to Dubai and serves as a major cargo hub in support of the London economy.
Luton Rising is a business and social enterprise owned by Luton Council for community benefit. Our largest asset is London Luton Airport, and we are proud to be the owner of the most socially impactful airport in the country, supporting and improving lives across the communities we serve. We make a major economic contribution to the region, and aim to be one of the greenest airports.
LCCI has a rich history of calling for and supporting the development of London’s Transport and Infrastructure to support the greater good of both the London and national economy. As London’s key hub for the business community, membership offers a variety of opportunities to network and raise your business’ profile.
The Connected London Committee seeks to provide thought leadership and positively influence stakeholders on the need for more connected and coordinated planning and transport systems necessary for the future development of London. Its work includes pressing for London’s development as a leading world city in sustainable transport and planning.
