Manchester Airports Holdings Limited (MAHL), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the UK airport management industry. Founded in 1938, the company operates several major airports, including Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands, serving millions of passengers annually. MAHL focuses on providing exceptional airport services, including passenger handling, retail management, and ground services, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the expansion of Manchester Airport, which has become one of the busiest airports in the UK. With a strong market position, MAHL is recognised for its operational excellence and strategic partnerships, continually enhancing the travel experience while contributing to the economic growth of the regions it serves.
How does Manchester Airports Holdings Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Manchester Airports Holdings Limited's score of 24 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Manchester Airports Holdings Limited (MAG) reported Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10,753,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. The previous year, 2023, saw Scope 2 emissions of about 11,402,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2016 baseline by 2030. Additionally, MAG is targeting net zero for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, with a long-term goal of achieving net zero operations by 2038. MAG's reduction initiatives include a significant commitment to reduce emissions by 48% against a 2019 baseline for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030. This commitment is supported by a phased transition to renewable energy and low-emission technologies. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, focusing primarily on its direct and indirect emissions from energy use. Overall, MAG's proactive approach to carbon management reflects its dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2016 | 2017 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 48,310,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Manchester Airports Holdings Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

