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Heathrow rolls out real-time geospatial platform to enhance operations. Heathrow Airport has launched Heathrow Explorer, a new mapping and data platform designed to modernize workflows and strengthen operations at Europe's busiest airport. The system is a core component of Heathrow's digital transformation strategy, providing a real-time, single view of infrastructure and assets to support faster decision-making across the airport. Built by Esri UK using its geographic information system (GIS) technology, the platform brings together previously siloed technical and operational data on more than 500,000 assets through interactive maps and dashboards. The initial rollout covers applications for up to 3,000 staff across engineering, operations, fire service, property, retail and third parties including airlines. The system replaces outdated legacy software with added functionality, stronger security and mobile access. With almost 300 layers of information, the platform underpins Heathrow's 'digital engineer' strategy, letting engineers access asset data from any location for maintenance planning, inspections and site visits. It forms part of the airport's Asset Management and Compliance Programme, which covers runways, terminals, security and baggage systems. Gavin Payne, director of engineering and baggage at Heathrow Airport, said, "Location intelligence is becoming a core capability in how we achieve Heathrow's asset management and operational goals. Our new Esri platform is making it easier for colleagues to access and use the information they need, improving everyday efficiency, supporting better decision-making and helping build a more resilient airport." The first live application, Winter Resilience, gives airfield teams real-time updates on snow clearance and de-icing activity, replacing manual, paper-map-based workflows with a single operational picture on handheld devices. Airfield managers can dispatch the nearest available clearance team and track progress instantly. Another new tool for the fire services team maps all water assets, including Heathrow's 72 miles of fire mains, with live hydrant and network availability data accessible on mobile devices to support incident response and planning. The geospatial system has also been extended to major contractors on the asset management program, and a new tool for managing the airport's noise and vortex compensation and repair scheme for neighboring properties has gone live. Future plans include applications for the Heathrow Expansion Programme and Esri Indoor GIS to aid terminal navigation for passengers and staff. Pete Wilkinson, managing director of Esri UK, said, "Heathrow is demonstrating what next-generation airport geospatial systems look like. By unifying spatial data to streamline workflows, the airport is creating a digital foundation that will fuel innovation for years to come and keep delivering a world class passenger experience."

Resilient demand and strong service - results for six months ended 30 Jun 2026. Resilient hub and strong passenger service - Heathrow welcomed a record 40 million passengers in the first half of 2026, a testament to the resilience of hub airports in geopolitical headwinds. Whilst passenger demand to the Middle East has softened, Heathrow's network has adapted with significant growth in North America (up 1.6%) and Asia-Pacific (up 7.9%), a 5.4% increase in transfer passengers and nearly a 1% increase in cargo through the UK's largest port. Its focus on delivering excellent service saw Heathrow Airport maintain its position as Europe's most punctual hub[1] with more flights getting away on-time than anywhere else, and passengers ranked Heathrow as one of the world's best airports with the best airport shopping in the annual Skytrax awards. Upgrading its customer experience - Heathrow Airport is focussed on improving its existing facilities for its passengers and airlines. This year Heathrow Airport became the first major hub in the world to fully install the latest scanners meaning all passengers can leave liquids and laptops in their bags at security checkpoints - the completion of a £1 billion investment programme. Heathrow Airport has started work on a new "front door" for T4 which will upgrade the check-in area, reduce vehicle congestion and provide a new, larger multi-storey car park for the terminal. Heathrow Airport has upgraded key components of the baggage system used by T2 which is already improving resilience. Robust underlying financial performance - In the first six months ended 30 June 2026, revenue grew by 0.3% to £1,729 million (six months ended 30 June 2025: £1,724 million). Adjusted operating costs increased by 6.4% to £814 million, driven largely by increased Government taxes (business rates and national insurance) and investments in new technology which aims to drive future efficiencies and further improvements to operational performance. Adjusted EBITDA fell by 4.6% to £915 million (six months ended 30 June 2025: £959 million). Gearing remains near historic lows at 83.2% and liquidity is strong at £3.8 billion, sufficient to meet all of its obligations for at least the next 18 months. As a result of high passenger satisfaction scores, strong operational performance and the airport's robust financial position, shareholders received a £200 million dividend in the period. Expansion remains on-track - The Government is consulting on the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement which designates Heathrow as Critical National Growth Infrastructure for the role Heathrow Airport play in driving economic growth across every nation and region of the UK. Its privately funded proposal will deliver growth, reinvigorating industrial supply chains including UK steel and creating tens of thousands of apprenticeships and quality jobs spread across the country. When the third runway is up and running, it will boost trade through Heathrow by 50% and attract millions more visitors and investors to the UK. By Government's own assessment, the project is expected to deliver 60,000 jobs and £40 billion of economic growth. That is why the project is widely supported by trade unions and businesses across the country, as well as 68% of local people. Heathrow Airport will respond to the Government's consultation to try to ensure the final policy framework enables Heathrow Airport to deliver these benefits at pace. Regulatory update - The CAA continues to refine the regulatory model for expansion. Longer-term certainty, smarter incentives and independent expert assurance are key reforms that will enable Heathrow Airport to deliver the project with better outcomes for consumers. Airlines with a significant presence at split operator airports have raised concerns that this model can undermine passenger experience and fail to deliver purported competition benefits, questioning the evidence for why it should be applied to Heathrow. In order for Heathrow Airport to begin delivering the benefits of expansion, including unlocking lower fares for passengers, it's critical that the CAA keeps up momentum in its decision making on this issue. Heathrow Airport want to unlock early growth and invest in its existing facilities before expansion and are providing additional evidence to the CAA ahead of its next H8 decision in November. Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye said: "Despite geopolitical headwinds, Heathrow Airport welcomed a record 40 million passengers in the first half of the year while delivering strong customer service, culminating in passengers ranking Heathrow as one of the best airports in the world. I'm proud of the work colleagues have done to achieve this in the face of these challenges. "Our plan for the future is about much more than just building a third runway - this project is a real opportunity to provide an economic boost to every region and nation of the country. It will back British industry by pumping billions of pounds of private investment into our UK supply chain, revitalising the UK's steel sector as well as creating tens of thousands of new jobs and skilled apprenticeships across the country. It will unlock significant new capacity, opening new domestic and international routes, making travel more affordable for passengers and providing a £150bn boost to British trade with markets around the world. For too long, indecision and debate has prevented these benefits from being delivered. Over the next several weeks, we'll be working with the new Government to make sure we can deliver these benefits for communities and workers right across the country." | As at or six months ended 30 June | 2026 | 2025 | Change (%) | | (£m unless otherwise stated) | / | / | / | | Revenue | 1,729 | 1,724 | 0.3 | | Adjusted EBITDA[(2)(5)] | 915 | 959 | (4.6) | | Cash generated from operations | 880 | 863 | 2.0 | | Profit before tax | 447 | 203 | 120.2 | | Adjusted profit before tax[(3)(5)] | 115 | 121 | (5.0) | | Heathrow (SP) Limited consolidated nominal net debt[(4)(5)] | 16,350 | 15,706 | 4.1 | | Heathrow Finance plc consolidated nominal net debt[(4)(5)] | 18,025 | 17,622 | 2.3 | | Regulatory Asset Base[(5)(6)] | 21,662 | 21,263 | 1.9 | | Passengers (millions)[(7)] | 40.0 | 39.9 | 0.2 |

Nyetimber and Heathrow team up to launch limited-edition anniversary gift box and Terminal 5 activation. Jul 10, 2026. ENGLAND, (July 9, 2026) - The pioneer of English sparkling wine, Nyetimber, has announced two partner activations with Heathrow: the launch of a duty-free exclusive, limited-edition gift box to celebrate Heathrow's 80th anniversary, and a pop-up activation in Terminal 5. The limited-edition gift box is adorned with a Union Jack flag, an aeroplane and the Heathrow 80th anniversary logo. The box accompanies Nyetimber's flagship wine, Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage, and the box's blue design reflects that of the bottle inside. Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Limited-Edition Heathrow 80th Birthday Edition is now available at the airport or for pre-order online at an RRP of £33.99. Additionally, Nyetimber has unveiled a bespoke pop-up shop at London Heathrow Terminal 5: a first-of-its-kind standalone space for an English sparkling wine brand, located at the home of British Airways departures. The pop-up, which will be open until 26th August, showcases a selection of Nyetimber wines, including the flagship Classic Cuvee, limited-edition "English Summer Rosé", Nyetimber Tillington Single Vineyard, and the range of prestige cuvées, 1086 by Nyetimber. Designed to welcome travellers and bring the Nyetimber experience to life, the space will host regular tastings throughout the day. Customers purchasing two or more bottles will also receive an exclusive gift with purchase bottle stopper. Adam Williams, Group Sales Director at Nyetimber says, "This is a really exciting milestone for Heathrow, so we're very pleased to be able to celebrate with them as a long-time partner. As the pioneers of English sparking wine, we were honoured to have the opportunity to create a perfectly British limited-edition bottle alongside this unique pop-up space, so that travellers can try our wines as they travel or pick up a bottle as a souvenir of their trip."