Heathrow has welcomed the SME community to re-join with its multi-billion-pound supply chain. The SMEs can be a part of the airport’s continued recovery, contributing to the local community’s growth and global Britain’s prosperity. 

SMEs are central to Heathrow’s operation. In 2019, approximately £188 billion of trade travelled through the airport alongside 80 million passengers. While the last few years have led to unprecedented disruption in Heathrow’s supply chain and passenger numbers, the Business Summit will highlight ways in which SMEs can be part of how Heathrow grows sustainably. 

Helen Elsby, Chief Solutions Officer at Heathrow, said: “While the last two years have presented an immense challenge for SMEs and local airport communities, we now have a huge opportunity to build back in a way that everyone can benefit from. That is why we are so keen for new SMEs to join our existing supply chain. 

“It is also why this year’s Business Summit is so exciting – we will be showcasing ways in which SMEs can get involved in creating a more sustainable, more resilient and more innovative airport which can benefit Britain for decades to come.”