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Following positive talks, Guernsey Ports and the Royal Pigeon Racing Association have agreed a new set of safety procedures, clearing the way for the return of pigeon racing to the island’s skies. The agreement comes with the support of the Office of the Director of Civil Aviation (Channel Islands). Large releases of racing pigeons were halted in April following safety concerns about the size…

Guernsey Ports has appointed experienced aviation professional Richard Thomasson as its new Airport Director. Mr Thomasson has held senior airport roles for the last 18 years, serving as the Airport Operations Manager and Airport Director for Cornwall Airport Newquay, before moving to Bristol Airport, where he worked as Head of Customer Operations since August 2020. The Airport Director role…

The growth in direct holiday destinations for residents of Guernsey continues, with the announcement that Channel Islands based tour operator, FlyDirect, will commence direct services to Gran Canaria this winter. Highlights: • FlyDirect to operate the first ever non-stop direct flights to Gran Canaria. • Passengers will fly to Las Palmas Airport in under 4 hours. • Flights to be operated…

Two of Europe’s leading rental firms have opened car hire desks in the terminal at Guernsey Airport. Hertz, which already has a franchise locally, and SIXT, a new entrant to the local market, have been selected as Guernsey Ports’ official car hire partners, following a competitive tender process. Each has a fleet of vehicles based at Guernsey Airport, ensuring quick and easy access for…

Loganair, the UK’s leading regional airline, has re-established direct flights to Guernsey with the launch of a new Edinburgh service.  Loganair’s return to Guernsey was celebrated with a water cannon salute, as the airline’s new Guernsey-Edinburgh route took off this weekend. The weekly route is Loganair’s first Guernsey service since 2019, re-establishing the island’s links with…

Guernsey Ports is preparing for a surge in passenger numbers this Bank Holiday weekend, with around 15,000 people expected to travel through the island’s airport and harbour. Ferry travel is showing a significant year-on-year increase, with passenger numbers up 14% compared to the same weekend in 2024. Brittany Ferries will handle 6,828 inbound and outbound travellers over the weekend, compared…

Grasslands encompassing 80 hectares at Guernsey Airport are estimated to absorb and store around 800 tonnes of CO2 every year. Grassland restoration and habitat works have recently been carried out at Guernsey Airport. This involved using three tractors with specialist equipment to remove thatch and dead grass. The Airport’s grasslands play an important environmental role, as a healthy sward…

Direct flights between Guernsey and Newcastle launched on 6th May 2025, marking the start of increased connectivity with the northeast of England. The Blue Islands operated service took flight this week and was greeted at Guernsey Airport with a water cannon salute. Upon arrival, passengers aboard the inaugural flight were presented with goodie bags prepared by VisitGuernsey, which contained…

Guernsey Ports has appointed current Chief Operating Officer Ross Coppolo as its new Managing Director. Mr Coppolo first joined Guernsey Ports in 2010 as a Safety Manager, before becoming Head of Safety and Compliance in May 2018 and being promoted to Chief Operating Officer in March 2020. Prior to his appointment as Chief Operating Officer, Mr Coppolo also acted as an advisor to a number of…

Guernsey Ports is welcoming expressions of interest from any individuals or businesses who would be able to operate a food and beverage service in the ‘Spotters Car Park’. Ideally, this would suit a stand-alone unit, such as a trailer or food van. Guernsey Ports is also open to alternative proposals for the car park, which offers views across the airport. Guernsey Ports commercial development…