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19/10/2011
BAA to Sell Edinburgh Airport
Following the Competition Commission's decision requiring BAA to sell either Edinburgh or Glasgow airport, BAA has announced that it has decided to sell Edinburgh Airport.
BAA is now commencing preparations for a sale and expects to formally approach the market in the New Year with a view to agreeing a sale by Summer 2012.
BAA Chief Executive, Colin Matthews said: "Edinburgh is a great airport with a great team and a great future and we will be very sorry to see it leave BAA. We remain committed to Scotland and we will continue our long-term investment to improve passenger and airline experience at Aberdeen and Glasgow, as well as at Edinburgh until the sale is complete.
"Choosing which airport to sell has been a difficult decision. Edinburgh Airport has shown itself to be a strong and resilient asset throughout the economic downturn. Passenger numbers at Edinburgh have grown by more than 6% over the past year and in an uncertain market we expect it to be an attractive asset to prospective buyers. Glasgow Airport has great opportunities for future growth and development and we think BAA is well-placed to build on its recent success. Both airports are of national importance and have a bright future."
(CD/GK)
BAA is now commencing preparations for a sale and expects to formally approach the market in the New Year with a view to agreeing a sale by Summer 2012.
BAA Chief Executive, Colin Matthews said: "Edinburgh is a great airport with a great team and a great future and we will be very sorry to see it leave BAA. We remain committed to Scotland and we will continue our long-term investment to improve passenger and airline experience at Aberdeen and Glasgow, as well as at Edinburgh until the sale is complete.
"Choosing which airport to sell has been a difficult decision. Edinburgh Airport has shown itself to be a strong and resilient asset throughout the economic downturn. Passenger numbers at Edinburgh have grown by more than 6% over the past year and in an uncertain market we expect it to be an attractive asset to prospective buyers. Glasgow Airport has great opportunities for future growth and development and we think BAA is well-placed to build on its recent success. Both airports are of national importance and have a bright future."
(CD/GK)
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BAA Announces Plans To Sell Gatwick "Immediately"
Airport operator BAA has announced plans to sell the UK's second-largest airport, Gatwick "immediately". BAA's Chief Executive Colin Matthews, in a statement, said: "Gatwick has long been an important and valuable part of BAA and the decision to sell was not taken lightly.
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Gatwick Airport Sold Off
One of Britain's biggest airports has been sold. After the Competition Commission ruled in March that the company would have to sell the airport within two years, BAA said today it has agreed the sale of Gatwick Airport in a deal worth £1.51bn. The airport will be sold to Global Infrastructure Partners, the owner of City Airport, BAA said.
Gatwick Airport Sold Off
One of Britain's biggest airports has been sold. After the Competition Commission ruled in March that the company would have to sell the airport within two years, BAA said today it has agreed the sale of Gatwick Airport in a deal worth £1.51bn. The airport will be sold to Global Infrastructure Partners, the owner of City Airport, BAA said.
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