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Bmi switches to single Manchester terminal
Bmi is to operate from a single terminal at Manchester Airport.
The airline is relocating services to the US and Caribbean and bmi regional’s Toulouse flights from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 from June 1.
The switch completes the group’s move under one roof which first saw low cost arm bmibaby switch terminals at the end of March.
Additional check-in desks and aircraft parking stands have been secured, helping to streamline day to day operations in a single location. The move also means that eligible passengers will be able to access bmi’s own business and diamond club lounges at Terminal 3, rather than using a third-party lounge at Terminal 1.
Manchester is the only airport where all the bmi group airlines – bmi, bmi regional and bmibaby – are represented.
Commercial director Adrian Parkes said: “Manchester is a key hub for the company and the consolidation of services is a significant step forward. Operating from a single terminal at Manchester will make it much more convenient for our passengers, as well as simplifying operations, improving efficiency and enhancing the overall bmi group experience.”
Meanwhile, bmi has recruited Barclays head of brand communication Andrew Dufty as marketing general manager.
Formerly head of sponsorship at British Airways, Dufty will undertake a complete review of current activities across all of bmi’s marketing disciplines after he joins on June 5, the airline said.
Dufty will be responsible for all marketing communication strategy and implementation, covering a range of activities including advertising, partnerships, loyalty programmes, e-commerce, the flybmi website and e-media. Supporting him in his role will be a team of 40, including five senior direct reports.
Parkes said: “Andrew’s appointment comes when his vast experience within blue chip companies will be invaluable.He brings to us a great depth of experience and wealth of knowledge in marketing communications – skills that will play an important part in the future growth and development of bmi.”
Report by Phil Davies
Phil Davies
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