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TTG
19-05-2025
- Business
- TTG
Ugandan capital Entebbe joins Gatwick's long-haul route network
Uganda's minister of works and transport, Katumba Wamala, said: "This direct flight makes it more convenient than ever for British tourists to explore Uganda's diverse natural attractions, from the mountain gorillas to the source of the Nile. We anticipate a strong boost in tourism arrivals and associated revenues.' Gatwick's chief commercial officer Jonathan Pollard added: "This new route not only strengthens our position as a key gateway to Africam but also supports our vision of fostering economic growth and connectivity, particularly among new markets across Africa, Asia and the Middle East." The addition boosts Gatwick's connectivity with Africa, with services to 10 destinations across the continent including Ghana, Nigeria and Cape Verde. Gatwick will gain another direct Africa route, to Kenya's capital Nairobi, from 3 July.
Daily Mirror
01-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
New train route to link one of UK's best seaside towns with major northern city
Aviva Grand Central has announced plans for a new service that would link up Newcastle and Brighton for the first time. It is likely to be up and running from December 2026 A new train route would directly link two cities at opposite ends of the country. Aviva Grand Central has announced plans for a new service that would link up Newcastle and Brighton for the first time. The new railway journey would directly connect the south coast with the northeast, travelling via Birmingham, York and London Gatwick. It would mean that travellers would no longer need to change trains in London, saving time and effort for those fancying a trip north or south. Arriva's Grand Central brand has submitted an application to the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) for permission to start the new service. Although the travel time hasn't been revealed yet, the current average journey time from Brighton to Newcastle is four hours and 20 minutes. It is likely that the trip would be quicker without a stop in the middle. If the request is approved, then the service is likely to be up and running five times a day in each direction from December next year. READ MORE: World's biggest plane 'Skytanic' is longer than a football pitch and will take-off in 2030 Here's the full list of proposed stops for the route. Newcastle Durham Darlington Northallerton York Doncaster Sheffield Derby Burton-on-Trent Birmingham New Street Warwick Parkway Banbury Oxford Reading Wokingham Guildford Redhill London Gatwick Haywards Heath Brighton Paul Hutchings, managing director of Arriva UK Trains' rail services, said: "We're committed to connecting communities and enabling more people to travel in ways that are convenient and sustainable, so we're very pleased to be submitting this application for the first direct service between Newcastle and Brighton, opening up new travel opportunities and making better use of available network capacity – all while building on Grand Central's proud history of connecting traditionally underserved communities." Each of the new trains will have capacity for 300 passengers, including luggage space for airport travellers, in addition to on-board catering, wi-fi and charging points. There is plenty for Geordies visiting Brighton to look forward to, and vice versa. Check out our guides to both cities, which include a rundown of the best things to do in both. The new route will also provide a direct train link to Gatwick for towns in the North East and Midlands such as Northallerton, Warwick and Burton-on-Trent. That means an extended list of destinations abroad for those customers to choose from. Jonathan Pollard, chief commercial officer of Gatwick Airport, said: 'We welcome Arriva's exploration of a regular service between London Gatwick, the Midlands and North East, and are excited about the opportunities this proposed service could bring. "London Gatwick is keen to encourage passengers to use public transport and this enhanced connectivity would support underserved areas, while strengthening and growing our catchment. London Gatwick already boasts an extensive network supported by strong relationships with transport providers, making the airport the best connected in the UK by public transport." Grand Central currently runs services connecting Sunderland and Bradford with London King's Cross. The Sunderland service runs via Hartlepool, Eaglescliffe, Northallerton, Thirsk, York and Peterborough.
Bahrain News Gazette
31-03-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Gulf Air Launches Direct Flights to London Gatwick
Manama: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the launch of its inaugural direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, marking a strategic expansion of its route network. According to Bahrain News Agency, with this new service, Gulf Air adds Gatwick as a second London destination, complementing its longstanding operations at Heathrow Airport, which began in 1970. The addition of Gatwick will strengthen Gulf Air's presence in the United Kingdom by offering access to two major international gateways in the British capital. Passengers on the inaugural flight were welcomed at Bahrain International Airport with activities to highlight Gulf Air's commitment to strengthening Bahrain's connectivity with global destinations. Upon arrival at London Gatwick, passengers were welcomed by Gulf Air representatives, including Hanadi Al Aali, Chief Customer Experience Officer. They were joined by Jonathan Pollard, Chief Commercial Officer at London Gatwick Airpor t. The new route reflects Gulf Air's strategic approach to improving travel services and expanding its destination network to meet the diverse needs of its customers.
