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Heathrow announces £2.3 billion accelerated investment plan

In the largest private sector capital investment in the UK’s transport network, Heathrow announces a £2.3 billion investment over the next 2 years to upgrade the airport, ensuring the hub continues to move forward and provide better service for passengers and businesses. 

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The £2.3 billion investment is an uplift of £244 million on previously forecasted investments which will be used to enhance capabilities across all terminals, including baggage delivery and projects to support punctual departures and arrivals. The investment programme will improve service, resilience, passenger experience, and sustainability for all passengers at Heathrow.

This investment will also create contract possibilities for businesses and SMEs nationwide, both local to the airport and across the country. In line with Heathrow’s long track record of supporting and developing its supply chain, it provides support through initiatives including the Business Summit programme which connects SMEs to opportunities.

This announcement comes as Heathrow’s Investment Impact Report outlines how Heathrow has made significant investments in the airport in 2024, reaching £1.1 billion and benefiting over 1,100 supply chain partners in the UK. The £191 million investment to upgrade security lanes over the course of 2024, for example, has ensured that Heathrow is prepared for the increase in demand expected during the Christmas period and continues to focus on passenger experience, making our airport smarter and smoother for passengers and an even better place to work for colleagues.