Cornwall Airport Newquay Partners with Airport Coordination Ltd to enhance operations

Friday 24th January 2025

•    Commences three-year contract to provide data collection services at Cornwall Airport Newquay 

•    Cornwall Airport Newquay is ACL’s 27th UK airport customer and its 76th airport worldwide

Airport Coordination Ltd (ACL) is pleased to announce the commencement of a new three-year contract with Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY). Under the agreement, which started in December 2024, ACL will provide data collection services, ensuring more efficient and seamless operations as Newquay continues to grow as a key regional airport hub.

NQY serves a mix of domestic and international routes and handled over 400,000 passengers, 20,000-plus aircraft movements in 2023-24.  As demand for regional and leisure travel continues to rise, the airport has become a key driver of economic growth and connectivity for Cornwall.  This new slot management partnership with ACL is vital to support its ongoing expansion and operational efficiency.

Amy Smith, Head of Commercial at Cornwall Airport Newquay commented:

“We’re excited to partner with Airport Coordination Limited as we work to expand our route network and enhance our operations. This collaboration comes at a crucial time, as demand for travel to and from Cornwall grows.  ACL’s expertise in data collection and operational efficiency will support our mission to deliver a seamless experience for passengers and airlines alike, strengthening our position as a key regional gateway.”

Neil Garwood, Chief Executive Officer at ACL commented: 

“We are thrilled to begin our partnership with Cornwall Airport Newquay, an essential gateway connecting Cornwall and South-West England to the wider world. This three-year agreement reflects our shared commitment to optimise capacity, while maintaining a personalised, high-quality experience for every passenger and airline. We are proud to support Cornwall Airport Newquay’s mission of improving connectivity and driving growth in this beautiful part of the UK.”

Cornwall Airport Newquay is served by Belfast City and Dublin Airports; the Isles of Scilly; Aberdeen; Edinburgh; Glasgow; Isle of Man; Manchester; Newcastle, together with London Gatwick; London Stansted and London Southend (commencing April 3).  European (seasonal) routes include Alicante, Dusseldorf, Faro, Malaga and Zurich.

About ACL

Airport Coordination Limited is the world’s first, independent airport slot coordinator. Based near London Heathrow Airport, ACL provides world-leading coordination, schedule facilitation, and data collection services to airports around the world. With Newquay Airport joining its network, ACL now supports 76 airports worldwide in 11 countries, including 27 in the UK, solidifying its position as the largest independent airport slot coordinator in the world.

For more information, visit: www.acl-uk.org