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and travel. Our report focuses on the city’s accessibility from anywhere in the world
lasgow is home to many successful businesses, from entrepreneurial
start-ups to international household names, which choose to base themselves here over other cities in the UK and around the world. Yet it is also increasingly popular as a destination for visiting businesses; a centre of gravity for conferences, meetings and collaboration. Tis is borne out by figures
released recently by the Glasgow City Marketing Board’s (GCMB) Convention Bureau, which reveal the city won a record amount of future conference business in the year to March 2016, worth an estimated £141 million. Up from £139 million in the 2014/15 financial year, this was the highest revenue for a single year on record. Te 513 new meetings secured during the preceding 12 months equate to around 420,000 delegate days. So, why are so many national
and international businesses choosing to come together in Glasgow? Te city has a great deal to offer, from its world-class conference centres, hotels and flexible business venues, to its rich cultural life and excellent restaurants. One of the main draws, however, is its accessibility. Served by a major international airport, comprehensive public transport and a full range of private transport options, Glasgow is an exceptionally easy city to get to, and to travel around once you are here.
Planes
As Scotland’s principal long-haul airport, Glasgow Airport is a hugely important transport hub for the city and for Scotland, connecting the central belt with business travellers from across the world. Last year, the airport enjoyed its largest ever annual increase in passenger numbers, aſter more than 8.7 million passed through its doors. Tis represents an annual increase of 13 per cent, or more than one million additional passengers, marking its fiſth consecutive year of growth and its return to pre-recession passenger levels. Over the past 12 months, the
airport has announced 30 new routes and services, significantly strengthening its connections to major European cities. Te new services led to upliſts in both international and domestic traffic over the year – up by 16.8 per cent and 9 per cent respectively – making it one of the fastest growing airports in Europe. But business air travel is not
The city has a great deal to offer, from its world-class centres to its rich cultural life. Glasgow also boasts top transport links
just a numbers game, and Glasgow Airport has invested in the facilities to ensure a memorable journey. As well as extensive bars, restaurants and duty free shopping options, the airport’s exclusive Upperdeck Lounge – located aſter Security Control at international departures – offers the perfect place to begin any journey. Complimentary facilities include tea, coffee, soſt drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, newspapers and magazines, internet access, business journals and WiFi. Glasgow Chamber of Commerce is delighted to be able to offer members discounted access to the international executive lounge at Glasgow Airport. Recognising the airport’s
importance as a key enabler for economic growth in the city, Glasgow Chamber of Commerce has proudly supported aviation and the development of more direct routes to key destinations. Te Chamber has a strong track
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