British Aviation Group

On the 21 May 2025, the three BAG Regions- Northern Region, Scottish Region and Northern Ireland Region hosted a Regional Airport Panel Session webinar looking at ‘A Regional Perspective – Future of Aviation in the UK’ hosted by the Chairs and Deputy Chairs of the BAG Regions.   The theme of the session this year focussed on: ·      Ongoing maintenance & Future Development ·      Electrification of the airports and aviation, Future Energy & Carbon Reduction ·      New governments   We were delighted to welcome our guest speakers: o Ian Taylor, Development and Construction Director – Birmingham Airport o Christian Foster, Programme Director –  South Yorkshire Airport City  o Chris Horner, Projects Director – Belfast International Airport o Steve Frazer, Managing Director – City of Derry Airport  o Ronald Leitch, Chief Operating Officer - AGS Airports   We would like to thank the leads of the BAG regions David Manock,Geoff Dewick, Colin Abbott, Brian Lewis, Freddie Patterson, Stuart Cairns, James G. and Dylan Burke as well as our guest speakers for a fantastic and invaluable session! BAG Members can download the recording here: https://lnkd.in/eX4PhZtB

✈️🌍 BAG Update 21 May 2025 - Keeping You Informed This edition of our newsletter features: - BAG Welcomes New Member! - BAG Allyship Challenge – Deadline 30 May 2025 - BAG launches India Post Mission Report - BAG & Pinsent Masons Summer Seminar and Networking Reception 2025 - 10 June 2025 *Book Now!* - DBT: KSA Contractors Supplier Forum, 10 June 2025 - Expression of Interest - Deadline 23 May 2025 - DBT UK Airports Sector Trade Mission to China - 7 -11 September 2025 *Register your Interest* - Inter Passenger Terminal Show 2025 *10% Discount for BAG Members* - 11 - 12 June 2025 - UK Airport Infrastructure Forum - 8 July 2025 *Discount for BAG Members* - SAF Global Summit 2025 *Discount for BAG Members* - 2 - 3 September 2025 🔎 Read the full update here: https://lnkd.in/ewCBYtkq

BAG Members Invited: Join the June BAG Allyship Challenge – Deadline 30 May 2025 “Allyship is not a title — it’s a verb. It’s about action, intention, and standing in solidarity with others, especially when it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable, or unseen. We all have a role to play.” At the British Aviation Group, we are committed to shaping an aviation industry where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, and included. That begins with people — and the daily choices we all make to show up for one another. As part of our Inclusion Calendar, we’re proud to launch the BAG Allyship Challenge for June. This initiative invites members from across our sector to reflect on what allyship means to them — and to share how they are taking action to support equity, belonging, and fairness in their day-to-day work and beyond. We will feature a diverse range of voices and stories across our website, social media platforms, and selected BAG events throughout June. Our goal is to spotlight authentic experiences and approaches to allyship that exist across our broad and dynamic membership. Whether you identify as a Champion, a Confidant, or a Scholar — your story can spark change. For more information on how BAG Members can get involved go to: https://lnkd.in/ebCnN_Wk #BAGAllyshipChallenge #EmbraceEquity #Allyship

** Book additional places per company now! ** BAG & Pinsent Masons Summer Seminar and Networking Reception 16:15-21:00 | Tuesday 10 June 2024 London Matthew Butters Chair of BAG would like to cordially invite you to join us at the BAG & Pinsent Masons Summer Seminar and Networking Reception, which will take place at the Pinsent Masons Office in London on 10 June 2025. We are delighted to introduce the first three speakers for our seminar: - International Outlook – Prospects and Contributions of the European Airport Market Michael Stanton-Geddes, Director of Economics & Competition, ACI EUROPE - The Skills Crisis - A Data Driven, Innovative Solution Mohammad Taher, The Airport Guy Ltd - Zero Emissions Flight Infrastructure Group – getting ready for hydrogen aircraft adoption Jenny Kavanagh, Co-Chair Zero Emissions Flight Infrastructure Group BAG and Pinsent Masons come together once again to provide members with updates on key topics affecting the airports and aviation sector. Following the seminar there will be a networking reception with food and drinks throughout the evening, providing ample opportunity for networking between members, guests and other organisations active in the industry! To register for the event, please got to: https://lnkd.in/eVNsKr37 Please note spaces are no longer limited to 2 persons per company so if you would like to bring more colleagues and guests please do book your additional tickets! The event is open to members and non members of BAG. We look forward to seeing you soon!

BAG Regional Airport Panel Session A Regional Perspective – Future of Aviation in the UK 21 May 2025 15:00-16:30 Webinar On the 21 May 2025, the three BAG Regions- Northern Region, Scottish Region and Northern Ireland Region will be hosting a Regional Airport Panel Session webinar looking at ‘A Regional Perspective – Future of Aviation in the UK’ hosted by the Chairs and Deputy Chairs of the BAG Regions David Manock, Geoff Dewick, Colin Abbott, Brian Lewis, Freddie Patterson, Stuart Cairns James G. and Dylan Burke. The theme of the session this year will be focussing on: - Ongoing maintenance & Future Development - Electrification of the airports and aviation, Future Energy & Carbon Reduction - New governments We are delighted to welcome our guest speakers: - Ian Taylor, Development and Construction Director – Birmingham Airport - Christian Foster, Programme Director – South Yorkshire Airport City - Chris Horner, Projects Director – Belfast International Airport - Steve Frazer, Managing Director – City of Derry Airport - Ronald Leitch, Chief Operating Officer - AGS Airports If you are a member of BAG and would like to participate in the airport panel session, please register to receive dial in details: https://lnkd.in/eX4PhZtB

On 15 May 2025, the British Aviation Group hosted an interactive BAG Member Engagement Breakfast Briefing at the BAG offices in London. This workshop was a great opportunity for members to remind and familiarise themselves with all of BAG’s activities and offering to ensure they maximize their membership and receive the most benefit throughout the year. It also gave members an opportunity to ask questions and provide BAG with any feedback. The event provided insights into: - Welcome and Inclusion Moment- Matthew Butters, BAG Chair - The BAG Allyship Initiative- Nzinga Orgill MBA, BAG DE&I WG member & Tim Walder, BAG Deputy Chair - Update on international activities- Matthew Butters, BAG Chair - Strategic Partner & Regions Update- Jason Fowler, BAG Vice Chair - Getting the most of being a member of BAG & BAG Events Update- Tim Walder, BAG Deputy Chair We would like to thank all our speakers and members for a fantastic networking session! BAG Members can download the presentations here: https://lnkd.in/e8zBy28n

On the 14 & 15 May 2025, the fourth edition of the Sustainable Skies World Summit #SSW25 is taking place at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre. Sustainable Skies World Summit provides a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of the industry’s transition towards a more sustainable future. Engage with key global leaders, policymakers, academia, innovators and investors as they showcase cutting-edge solutions and share insights on the latest developments in sustainable aviation.   On the 14 May, British Aviation Group Deputy Chair Jane Thompson participated in a panel session looking at ‘Sustainable Airports for a Net Zero Future’. As aviation moves toward net zero, airports are at the forefront of this transformation, rethinking operations, infrastructure, and energy use to reduce emissions and enhance efficiency. This panel brought together senior leaders from global airports, technology providers, and policymakers and explored the latest innovations driving sustainable airport ecosystems.   BAG Board Member and Co Lead of the BAG Environment Working Group Agnieszka (Aga) Kwolek and Simon Morris BAG Member and BAG Environment Working Group member participated in a workshop on ‘Delivering a Low Carbon Airport’ which was built on a previous panel discussion on sustainable airports for a net zero future and taking a deeper dive into the practical steps airports can take to drive decarbonisation while balancing economic and operational realities.   Thanks to Jane, Aga and Simon for participating and representing BAG throughout the event. #SSW25 #NetZero #SustainableSkies #SustainableAviation

DBT UK Airports Sector Trade Mission to China 7-11 September 2025 * Register your Interest! * The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is organising a ‘UK Airports Sector Trade Mission to China’ the week of the 7-11 September 2025. The mission will be held alongside the ACI 7th World Airport Experience Summit, CCAA’s 10th China Airport Service Conference and the GZ International Airport Expo in Guangzhou in September 2025. During the mission the delegation will be able to attend the Summit, Conference and Expo and have the opportunity to participate in dedicated meetings with Guangdong Airport Group, Guangzhou Municipal Government, Guangdong Airport Group and CCAA and attend seminars with a range of senior leaders from selected Chinese airports at the event. The delegations will then travel to site visits and meetings to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport as well as Dalian Airport. The focus of this Mission is to showcase UK Supply Chain capabilities in innovation and sustainable business practices, particularly in airport services, that can be adopted in the fast-growing Chinese airport infrastructure ecosystem. The mission is being organised in partnership with the British Aviation Group and is open to all BAG members as well as non-member UK companies. If you are interested in participating in the Mission to China in September 2025, please find more information here: https://lnkd.in/etCx4r57

BAG & Pinsent Masons Summer Seminar and Networking Reception 16:15-21:00 | Tuesday 10 June 2024 London Matthew Butters Chair of BAG would like to cordially invite you to join us at the BAG & Pinsent Masons Summer Seminar and Networking Reception, which will take place at the Pinsent Masons Office in London on 10 June 2025. We are delighted to introduce the first three speakers for our seminar: - International Outlook – Prospects and Contributions of the European Airport Market Michael Stanton-Geddes, Director of Economics & Competition, ACI EUROPE - The Skills Crisis - A Data Driven, Innovative Solution Mohammad Taher, The Airport Guy Ltd - Zero Emissions Flight Infrastructure Group – getting ready for hydrogen aircraft adoption Jenny Kavanagh, Co-Chair Zero Emissions Flight Infrastructure Group BAG and Pinsent Masons come together once again to provide members with updates on key topics affecting the airports and aviation sector. Following the seminar there will be a networking reception with food and drinks throughout the evening, providing ample opportunity for networking between members, guests and other organisations active in the industry! To register for the event, please got to: https://lnkd.in/eVNsKr37 Please note spaces are limited to 2 persons per company and the event is open to members and non members of BAG. We look forward to seeing you soon!