UK. Manchester Airports Group (MAG) officially opened its new private terminal, PremiAir, at Manchester Airport last night. Local business representatives, other stakeholders and VIP guests attended a special event to introduce the new concept.
PremiAir is the first terminal of its kind in the UK and offers business and leisure travellers what MAG describes as a “streamlined” departure. The range of benefits includes fast baggage processing, a lounge with complimentary food and drink, and a dedicated security channel. It offers packages ranging from £50-£175 (US$65.49-US$229.23) in addition to separate flight prices.
Also, groups of up to 50 can access one of three private suites, which are located before security to allow people who are not travelling to join events and meetings.
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific are among 25 airlines which have so far signed agreements with PremiAir to secure access for their passengers.
MAG Airport Services CEO Andrew Harrison said: “It is a pleasure to see PremiAir officially up and running, offering a second to none experience for business and leisure guests alike. Manchester Airport is the first UK airport to introduce this innovative concept, which is a result of months of hard work and dedication from MAG’s teams.
“This great new option is an example of MAG’s strategy of offering more of its own brands and products to its customers, from the car park right through to the departure gate. This approach is unique among major UK airports and gives our passengers the best possible choice during their journey.”
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