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Air cargo growth at East Midlands Airport could lead to more than 12,000 new jobs, says study

East Midlands Airport is poised to bolster its pivotal role in powering UK trade, with tens of thousands of jobs and billions in economic value set to be unlocked by growth in its cargo operation. A new study has shown EMA has a unique combination of strengths that make it perfectly placed to support increased […]

Mobility scooters now available at East Midlands Airport

Four new mobility scooters at East Midlands Airport (EMA) will make it easier for disabled and older passengers to move around the airport. The scooters have been provided by National Mobility Hire which is the UK’s largest supplier of fleet mobility services. Passengers can collect the scooters at the assisted travel desk in the check-in […]

East Midlands Airport’s ‘one-stop’ cargo network connects businesses in the Midlands to 185 cities globally

East Midlands Airport’s (EMA) global cargo connectivity is powering businesses in the Midlands to a competitive advantage, according to newly commissioned research. The impact of the UK’s largest dedicated air cargo operation benefits the whole of the UK, but businesses across the Midlands are the big winners thanks to the airport’s direct global connectivity. The […]

East Midlands Airport remains essential in unprecedented times

East Midlands Airport (EMA) is benefiting from increased cargo as passenger numbers drop.   New figures show EMA, home to the UK’s largest air cargo operation, has increased its flight activity during the Coronavirus pandemic, handling over 1,000 tons of cargo a day as logistics giants DHL, UPS, FedEx and Royal Mail continue to operate. In the week immediately following the government’s announcement about stricter social distancing […]