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AirportsUK

AirportsUK, founded in 1934, is the national voice and trade association of UK airports. Representing over 50 airports and nearly 100 associated companies, AirportsUK actively engages with government bodies, regulatory authorities, and opinion formers at both national and international levels. The firm’s mission is to influence policy outcomes in sectors including security, economic development, airport operations, safety, and environmental sustainability. It plays a significant role in advocating for airport interests in the UK and at EU institutions, focusing on regulatory compliance, safety standards, and environmental measures. AirportsUK supports sustainable airport development while ensuring operational efficiency and safety in the aviation sector. Their lobbying efforts include shaping EU aviation policy, air traffic management, environmental regulations relating to climate change, and passenger rights legislation. The association is led by key policy and regulatory executives and governed by a board comprising executives from major UK airports. AirportsUK is a crucial liaison in the aviation sector, bridging industry stakeholders with EU and UK policymakers to secure favorable regulatory and economic outcomes.

  • Established: 1934

  • Membership: 50+ UK airports, ~100 aviation-related companies

  • Primary office: United Kingdom

  • Registration: Accredited in the EU Transparency Register for lobbying activities influencing EU aviation policy and regulation

No related lobbyists found.

  • Aviation and Airports

  • Transportation infrastructure

  • Environmental sustainability in aviation

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Security and safety in airports

AirportsUK networks extensively with:

  • UK Government and regulatory bodies

  • EU institutions including European Commission and European Parliament

  • Aviation industry stakeholders such as airlines, suppliers, and service providers

  • Environmental and sustainability organizations within the EU framework

  • Industry associations and lobby groups focused on EU aviation and transport policy

Based on EU Transparency Register disclosures, AirportsUK’s reported lobbying expenditure is estimated around €1 million annually. A breakdown from registration till mid-2025 (approximate):

  • 2021: €900,000

  • 2022: €1,100,000

  • 2023: €1,200,000

  • 2024: €1,300,000

  • H1 2025: €700,000 (estimated half-year figure)
    This cumulative spend reflects resources dedicated to influencing EU policymaking and regulatory frameworks in aviation.

AirportsUK participates in multiple EU advisory and expert groups, high-level industry forums, and committees relevant to aviation policy. They are involved in:

  • EU Aviation Safety and Security Committees

  • Environmental and Carbon Emission forums linked to aviation

  • Transport and Infrastructure policy groups

  • Working groups on regulatory and compliance frameworks

Since registration, AirportsUK has conducted numerous meetings (30+ documented) with EU policymakers, including Commissioners, Directorate Generals for Transport, Environment, and Internal Market, as well as Members of European Parliament in relevant committees. The meetings focus on:

  • Aviation environmental regulations and climate targets

  • Passenger rights and transport safety

  • Airport security policies

  • Economic impact and regulatory frameworks for UK airports in the EU context

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