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London Gatwick Airport, officially known as Gatwick Airport Limited, is a prominent player in the air transport services industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1930, Gatwick has evolved into one of the busiest airports in Europe, serving as a major hub for both domestic and international flights.
Located just 29.5 miles south of Central London, Gatwick operates a diverse range of services, including passenger flights, cargo transport, and airport facilities management. Its unique single-terminal design enhances passenger experience, making it efficient and user-friendly.
With a strong market position, Gatwick Airport has achieved notable milestones, including being the first UK airport to introduce a self-service bag drop. This commitment to innovation and customer service solidifies its reputation as a leading airport in the air transport sector.
+23 vs industry average
London Gatwick Airport’s score of 41 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
London Gatwick Airport reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of 7,617,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This follows 9,201,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 in 2023. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were 8,922,000 kg CO2e, and combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions (market-based) totalled 8,922,000 kg CO2e. Looking back to 2019, Scope 1 emissions were 12,223,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were 5,000 kg CO2e, resulting in a combined Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) total of 12,228,000 kg CO2e.
London Gatwick Airport has set an industry-leading commitment to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030. This includes a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by a further 25% by 2030, aiming for an 80% reduction from a 1990 baseline. Furthermore, the airport plans to achieve zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2040, aligning with the UK Government's Jet Zero ambition for airport operations. They have also set an absolute cap, aiming for Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions to be below 1,500,000 kg CO2e by 2030, representing a 98% reduction compared to 1990. Emissions data and targets are reported by Gatwick Airport Limited.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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