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BBC News
4 days ago
- BBC News
Guernsey airline Aurigny to add extra flights after fog problems
An airline has said it is looking at "options for additional flights" after fog continued to cause delays and cancellations to flights for Guernsey and Alderney.A spokesperson for Aurigny said the company had "taken the difficult decision" to cancel at least 15 services on Wednesday due to "aircraft being unable to land in Guernsey and Alderney".The disruption comes days before the start of the summer holidays, with a further 12 flights significantly delayed according to the airline's said services would run "where safe conditions allow", while staff were "working hard" to keep customers informed. Some passengers to and from Alderney had been put on boats instead, the airline Ports, which operates both Guernsey and Alderney Airports, said it "deeply regret[ed] the inconvenience caused".Guernsey Airport director Richard Thomasson said: "We know how important travel plans are at this time of year."Mr Thomasson said Ports was working with Aurigny to support stranded passengers, including those needing hotel said affected customers would receive emails from the airline or could check its website.
BBC News
09-07-2025
- BBC News
Guernsey Airport to open early to support Island Games travel
Guernsey Airport will open early to support those travelling to the Island 400 passengers are expected to pass through the terminal on Friday morning as Guernsey's team travels to the games in the Orkney Ports said it anticipated about 150 more travellers than normal and would open check-in 15 minutes early at 05:15 BST to ease congestion. Steve Langlois, head of passenger operations and aviation security at Guernsey Ports, said the airport was asking all passengers on early morning flights to "allow extra time for their journey through the airport". 'Particularly busy period' Mr Langlois said: "We're pleased to be supporting our Island Games team as they head off to represent Guernsey."By opening the terminal earlier, we aim to reduce pressure on passengers and staff during a particularly busy period."Passengers flying with Aurigny who have hold luggage are encouraged to use the airline's twilight check-in service on Thursday between 15:00 and 20:00 BST to help keep passenger flows moving as smoothly as possible on Friday have also been reminded to check-in online in advance, ensure all liquids in hand luggage are under 100ml and placed in a clear plastic bag, and to avoid packing any restricted items.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New director for Guernsey's airport appointed
A new director has been appointed at Guernsey Airport. Guernsey Ports said the new role would partly replace the chief operating officer position and will be filled by Richard Thomasson. Mr Thomasson said he wanted to focus on putting the "customer experience at the heart-beat of our strategy". Ross Coppolo, managing director of the airport, said Mr Thomasson's "experience, knowledge and enthusiasm will be an asset". Mr Thomasson has held senior airport roles for the last 18 years including at Cornwall Airport Newquay and Bristol Airport. Mr Coppolo said: "This is a crucial role in which Richard will oversee day-to-day airport operations, uphold regulatory compliance and help to guide our long-term strategy, supporting our aims to grow connectivity and diversify the business." Mr Thomasson said: "It was clear through the interview process that my vast previous aviation experience would be a great fit for this role. "I cannot wait to get started working in partnership with the ports team and wider business partners." More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Guernsey Ports Port Soif car park closes for airport lights work Airport website 'more inclusive' after upgrade Airport spent £330k on overtime last year
BBC News
29-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
New director at Guernsey Airport appointed
A new director has been appointed at Guernsey Ports said the new role would partly replace the chief operating officer position and will be filled by Richard Thomasson said he wanted to focus on putting the "customer experience at the heart-beat of our strategy". Ross Coppolo, managing director of the airport, said Mr Thomasson's "experience, knowledge and enthusiasm will be an asset". 'Crucial role' Mr Thomasson has held senior airport roles for the last 18 years including at Cornwall Airport Newquay and Bristol Airport. Mr Coppolo said: "This is a crucial role in which Richard will oversee day-to-day airport operations, uphold regulatory compliance and help to guide our long-term strategy, supporting our aims to grow connectivity and diversify the business."Mr Thomasson said: "It was clear through the interview process that my vast previous aviation experience would be a great fit for this role. "I cannot wait to get started working in partnership with the ports team and wider business partners."
BBC News
11-06-2025
- BBC News
Crumbling Castle Cornet bridge in Guernsey set for reconstruction
A historic bridge will be rebuilt to "modern standards", under new plans submitted by Guernsey Ports to the Castle Cornet Bridge, part of which dates back to the 1800s, will be replaced "like-for-like", according to the large island castle and its bridge forms the breakwater of Guernsey's main harbour in St Peter piers supporting the bridge, which is suffering corrosion and wear to its underside, would be kept in the revamp, which was expected to start in the winter of 2026/27 to minimise disruption during the tourist season, the application said. The design "closely resembles" the existing structure "with slight modifications to improve load-bearing capacity and meet current design codes", said Jenny Giles, head of infrastructure delivery at Guernsey Ports.
