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Royal Caribbean Launches Charter Services from Belfast City Airport to Barcelona and Bologna

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has kicked off its highly anticipated charter services to Barcelona and Bologna in partnership with Royal Caribbean International, offering passengers direct routes to these vibrant European destinations and seamless connections to embark on cruises aboard Oasis and Explorer of the Seas this summer. With a focus on simplifying travel arrangements… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Partners with Weev to Pioneer Electric Vehicle Charging in Northern Ireland

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(IN SHORT) In a groundbreaking move towards sustainability, Belfast City Airport has teamed up with Weev, a leading Irish electric vehicle infrastructure company, to introduce electric vehicle (EV) charging points in its Short Stay Car Park. This initiative marks the first of its kind in Northern Ireland, showcasing the airport’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Partners with Air Ambulance NI to Support Critical Medical Services

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has named Air Ambulance NI as its Charity Partner of the Year for 2024 and 2025, aiming to raise essential funds to sustain the organization’s helicopter-based emergency medical services in Northern Ireland. The partnership underscores the airport’s dedication to community welfare, with Anna McKelvey, Head of Marketing, emphasizing the airport’s… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Earns Top Spot as UK’s Most Punctual Hub for 2023

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport proudly announces its recognition as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for 2023, according to the latest data released by the Civil Aviation Authority. Analyzing both scheduled and chartered flights, the report reveals Belfast City Airport’s exceptional punctuality, surpassing 24 other UK airports surveyed. Mark Beattie, Chief Operating Officer, attributes this… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Expands Local Offering with Boatyard Distillery Products

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport, in collaboration with World Duty Free operated by Avolta, is set to introduce products from Fermanagh-based Boatyard Distillery to its retail lineup. Passengers will have access to Boatyard Double Gin, Vodka, Old Tom Gin, and Sloe Boat, reflecting the airport’s commitment to showcasing high-quality Northern Irish products. Boatyard Distillery, known… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Raises £17,774 for AWARE NI in Two-Year Charity Partnership

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has announced the successful culmination of its two-year partnership with AWARE NI, Northern Ireland’s dedicated charity for individuals dealing with depression and bipolar disorder. During this partnership, Belfast City Airport employees actively engaged in various fundraising activities, including coffee mornings, bake sales, and participating in the Belfast City Marathon, with… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Opens ‘High Flyers’ Apprenticeship Scheme for Aspiring Firefighters

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport is now accepting applications for its renowned ‘High Flyers’ Apprenticeship Scheme, offering individuals a unique chance to join the Airport’s fire service. Successful candidates will gain valuable on-the-job experience and qualifications in various areas, including aviation firefighting tactics, advanced driving of foam appliances, medical casualty care, and more. The program,… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Donates Technology to RAF Air Cadets for Skills Development

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has contributed advanced technology to the Royal Air Force Air Cadets’ (RAFAC) Astra program, aiming to empower and educate future generations. The donation, funded by Belfast City Airport’s Community Fund, includes cutting-edge resources such as Arduino chips, a 3D printer, and various peripherals to enhance the skills and capabilities of… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Wins AOA Award for Commitment to Health and Safety

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has been honored with the Airport Operators Association (AOA) Airport Health and Safety Week Award (Medium Size Airport) in recognition of its dedication to promoting a healthy workplace and passenger experience. The airport’s successful Airport Health and Safety Week featured over 20 partners hosting nearly 40 events, with a particular… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Celebrates Graduation of Five Firefighter Apprentices from ‘High Flyers’ Program

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has marked the graduation of five young firefighters from its ‘High Flyers’ Apprenticeship program, securing them full-time employment within the airport’s fire service. This batch, the largest firefighting apprentice intake for the airport, excelled in training courses covering various firefighting skills, including hose running, pump operations, water rescue, boat handling,… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Christmas Tree Lighting

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has ushered in the holiday season with its annual Christmas tree lighting event. Students from the airport’s adopted schools, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus, gathered at the terminal to spread Christmas cheer to passengers. Belfast City Airport, which operates routes to 31 destinations in partnership with six airline partners,… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Unveils Luxurious Aspire Lounge After £1.2m Renovation

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has introduced its upgraded Aspire Lounge following a £1.2 million investment, and it was inaugurated at an exclusive event attended by prominent figures from Northern Ireland’s business community and the aviation industry. The revamped lounge, which reopened over the summer, now has the capacity to accommodate 178 passengers, a 70-passenger… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Expands Sunshine Routes with New Alicante Flights in 2024

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport has announced plans to introduce new flights to Alicante in the summer of 2024, operated by easyJet. The service will commence on May 24, 2024, with flights scheduled for Thursdays and Sundays. The addition of this European summer destination marks significant growth for Belfast City Airport, which has been expanding… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Hosts Jobs Fair to Fill 30 Vacancies in Collaboration with Commercial Partners

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(IN SHORT) Belfast City Airport, in partnership with its commercial and operational associates, is set to host a Jobs Fair on November 7th, aiming to recruit around 30 individuals to fill various roles across the airport site. Renowned companies like Caffè Nero, Mitie, World Duty Free, Swissport, and WH Smith are seeking candidates for roles… Read the full press release

Randalstown Wins Top Honors at 2023 Best Kept Awards NI for Environmental Excellence

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(IN SHORT) Randalstown, a town in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, has been recognized as the Overall Best Kept City, Town, or Village in Northern Ireland, as well as receiving the Best Kept Small Town Award at the 2023 Best Kept Awards NI ceremony held at Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey on October 18. Organized by the Northern… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Named UK’s Most Punctual Airport for Q1 and Q2 2023

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has been named as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for Q1 and Q2 2023 following the publication of new figures from the Civil Aviation Authority. The data analyses arriving and departing scheduled and chartered flights, with figures for the first six months of… Read the full press release

Eastside Awards 2023 Now Open for Nominations with Exciting New Categories and Video Entry Option

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Now in its eighth year, the prestigious Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport is officially open for entry. With new sponsors, new categories and six awards open to public nomination, this year marks a significant milestone for the awards which acknowledge all… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Expands Summer 2024 Schedule with New Charter Services to Menorca, Mallorca, and Italy

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has announced the expansion of its summer 2024 schedule with three charter services to Menorca, Mallorca and Italy. The new services, facilitated by Northern Ireland’s leading tour operator, Travel Solutions, are available to book now. Summer 2023 saw huge demand for the Palma… Read the full press release

Emerald Airlines Unveils Expanded Winter 2023 Schedule from Belfast City

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emerald Airlines, the largest airline serving Belfast City, and the exclusive operator of Aer Lingus Regional services, has released its Winter 2023 schedule. The Winter schedule will commence at the end of October 2023, through to the end of March, 2024. With over 1.1 million seats… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport Tops UK Punctuality Rankings for Q1 2023, Continuing its Record of Excellence

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has been ranked the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for Q1 2023 according to data released by the Civil Aviation Authority. The data analyses arriving and departing scheduled and chartered flights, with figures for the beginning of 2023 revealing that Belfast City Airport experienced… Read the full press release

Copeland Distillery’s Premium Spirits Take Off at Belfast City Airport’s World Duty Free

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Aug-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Copeland Distillery has secured new listings at Belfast City Airport’s World Duty Free. The Distillery’s gin, rum and whiskey range has only been on-shelf for six weeks so far, but sales are already off to a flying start, with the Distillery’s Traditional Irish Gin fast… Read the full press release

easyJet Reaches 500,000 Passenger Milestone at Belfast City Airport

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has marked a significant milestone at Belfast City Airport, warmly welcoming its 500,000th passenger since it launched operations in July 2021. To celebrate the momentous occasion, Rock Choir was invited to perform in the terminal while the 500,000th passenger, Abby Wood, who arrived on a… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Launches First Direct Air Link Between Northern Ireland and Germany from Belfast City Airport

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa’s new service to Frankfurt has taken off from Belfast City Airport, marking the first time the German flag carrier has operated in Northern Ireland. The service, which is the only direct air link between Northern Ireland and Germany, will operate up to four times a… Read the full press release

Northern Ireland’s Best Kept Awards Return for 66th Year of Celebrating Community Pride and Environmental Excellence

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The prestigious Best Kept NI Awards are back for their 66th year, shaping local pride from the smallest villages to the biggest cities who will battle it out to be crowned the cleanest, greenest, and most beautiful places in Northern Ireland. Sponsored again by George Best Belfast… Read the full press release

Aer Lingus Regional launches new direct route from Belfast City Airport to Newquay Cornwall

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The first Aer Lingus Regional service to popular UK holiday destination, Newquay Cornwall has taken off from George Best Belfast City Airport. Belfast City Airport is the only Airport in Northern Ireland to offer passengers a direct route to Newquay Cornwall Airport, with flights operating on… Read the full press release

easyJet to launch new routes from Belfast City Airport to London Luton and Manchester this summer

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has announced it will commence services from Belfast City Airport to London Luton and Manchester this summer. Flights to both destinations will operate up to four times a week with fares beginning at only £25.99, bringing the total number of routes served by the airline… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport completes exterior reconfiguration for improved access and parking options for motorists and pedestrians

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2023-Mar-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a review of site access for motorists and pedestrians, a programme of exterior reconfiguration works have completed at George Best Belfast City Airport. The reconfiguration ensures improved traffic flow and access on site, and provides more choice for motorists when parking or picking up/dropping off… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes Lufthansa’s new service to Frankfurt, Germany from April 2023

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-Dec-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Germany’s flag carrier airline, Lufthansa, has announced it will commence operations at Belfast City Airport. The airline, which is one of Europe’s largest, is entering the Northern Irish market for the first time and will operate flights from Belfast City Airport to Frankfurt, Germany, from 23rd April… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes Aer Lingus Regional’s two new routes to Newquay and Jersey

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-Dec-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus Regional, exclusively operated by Emerald Airlines, has announced two new routes from Belfast City Airport to Newquay and Jersey. Belfast City Airport will become the only Airport in Northern Ireland to offer a direct route to Newquay Cornwall Airport, with flights available on Mondays,… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport welcomes easyJet’s new seasonal winter service to Glasgow

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-Nov-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Northern Ireland’s largest airline easyJet has celebrated the launch of the first flights on its seasonal winter route from Belfast City to Glasgow, providing customers in Belfast with even more convenient domestic connections this winter. The inaugural flight to the Scottish City took off this afternoon,… Read the full press release