JOB LOSSES AT MANCHESTER AIRPORT

327 baggage handlers are to be made redundant at Manchester Airport after bosses decided to close their in house ground services firm.

Talks had been underway to try to save some of the jobs at airport owned Ringway Handling Services after airport chiefs said the company was making a loss in a `fiercely competitive market'. But a 90-day consultation period has come to an end and the airport has decided the business will shut as earlier announced.

An airport spokesman said: ‘We have now completed the formal consultation process with the trade unions and employee representatives on the future of Ringway Handling Services and, regrettably, the decision has been taken to close the business. This will result in the loss of 327 posts.'

‘We are very hopeful our people will find employment elsewhere at the airport or will be able to be redeployed within the business. We are offering every support possible to ensure they are treated with compassion and dignity during this difficult time.’

Other baggage handling firms are advertising for staff and the airport says there is hope many of the workers will find new jobs on-site. But trade union leaders say they are disappointed at the decision.

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EMERGENCY LANDING AT MANCHESTER AIRPORT

A Chicago-bound plane with 195 passengers and crew made an emergency landing at Manchester Airport yesterday afternoon. The plane then had to be towed from the runway, causing incoming flights to be diverted.

The American Airlines flight AA55 was flying from Manchester to Chicago O'Hare when a flight crew spotted a problem with hydraulics in the landing gear. The captain made the decision to turn back and an emergency landing was made at around 14:10.

Manchester Airport implemented full emergency landing procedures and lined the runway with fire engines. The 'high speed landing' tore two of the plane's tires and the aircraft had to be towed off the runway, but the plane landed safely and no-one was injured. Operations at the airport had to be suspended for over an hour, leading to the diversion 17 incoming flights

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ELITE VALET PARKING BY MF AIRPORT PARKING

Elite Valet Parking takes pride in offering the ultimate in Airport Meet & Greet services in Manchester. A Warm welcome awaits you upon arrival at the designated terminal(s) of your choice. their uniformed personnel will be in the drop off area where designated. their knowledgeable staff will be happy to answer any questions regarding flight details, where to meet on your return, feel free to ask if you are not sure!

Manchester Airport parkings best Meet & Greet Service with friendly, helpful staff, all drivers are over 30 years of age. On call 24 hrs a day, 7 days a Week. All Drivers are comprehensively insured and dress in a black uniform and carry an ID Badge for your peace of mind, Once you have used this service they Guarantee you will not use another

• One of the Best Meet & Greet Parking Companys at Manchester airport
• All Long Standing experienced dedicated Full Time Drivers
• All Staff Over 30 years of age and have to pass there own one to one driving test
• Drivers hold NVQ Level 1 + 2 in customer care and handling
• Established by former employees of a National Chauffeur Parking Company
• Advanced booking system
• Working manager on call
• From experience we know what the customer wants
• Best value for money
• A Guarantee never to be late.
• Quickest reaction times to changes in bookings
• Acknowledged as one of the best valet parking companys in Manchester.
• Preferred Company with major Businesses
• Extensive client list
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• A More Personel One To One Service a big Company Cannot Give You

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CHAUFFERED SERVICES FROM MF AIRPORT PARKING LTD

In Manchester, secure airport parking can be difficult to find, which is where Chauffeured Services can help.

As one of the busiest cities in the UK, it can be hard to find parking in Manchester. Airports are notoriously difficult for drivers, whether on business or pleasure. In Manchester, secure airport parking is available from the meet and greet airport parking specialist, Chauffeured Services.
Manchester – Secure Airport Parking

Whether you’re flying away on a family holiday or just taking an internal flight for an important business meeting, parking can cause hassle, stress and panic. With Manchester airport parking guaranteed, you can relax and focus on enjoying your trip. Secure airport parking gives you peace of mind, convenience and offers a hassle-free option. With 24-hour CCTV, flood lighting and 24-hour manned guards, you know your vehicle is safe.

The Stress-Free Way
Opting for Manchester airport parking using Chauffeured Services is an affordable, attractive choice. During the duration of your trip, you know your car is safe and secure. At Chauffeured Services, you will be greeted at your airport terminal, any time or any day. From there, your car will be parked in the secure compound. On your return, the Manchester airport parking services will meet you at your terminal in Manchester.

Secure Airport Parking
The service means you can be drop off your own vehicle at the terminal of your choice, and be met on your return for the ultimate door to door car service. For reliable and professional Manchester secure airport parking at very competitive prices and superior customer service, speak to Chauffeured Services. The motto at Chauffeured Services is simple; NO BUSES, NO TAXIS, NO WALKING, NO FUSS, and NO PROBLEM.

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CHARITY EVENT AT RADISSON SAS MANCHESTER AIRPORT

Musicians and soap stars turned out in force to help teenager Kirsty Ashton realise her dream of sending 100 seriously ill children on the trip of a lifetime, the Manchester Evening news reports. X Factor band Eton Road and Happy Mondays singer Rowetta were among the 200 guests at the glitzy fund-raising ball at the Radisson SAS Hotel at Manchester Airport.

Kirsty, 17, from Wythenshawe, suffers from the rare nerve condition neurofibromatosis. She has metal rods fitted in her back to help support her spine and needs regular treatment. But she has dedicated her time to raising £65,000 to send terminally ill youngsters to Lapland to meet Father Christmas, through the charity, When You Wish Upon A Star.

She organised Saturday's ball, supported by sponsors Copyshop of Cheadle, which featured entertainment from Eton Road, the Mersey Beatles and Stockport comedian Vince Miller. Kirsty went on a life-changing holiday with the charity when she was nine and has raised £43,000 over the past 3 years.

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Manchester Airport News 22/02/08

A school is being built near Manchester Airport using technology to ensure it is both environmentally friendly and a quiet place to study.

Stockport Academy is replacing 60-year-old Avondale High School in Cheadle Heath. The £28m building is just four miles from the airport. In order to make it a better place to learn, it features the latest sound-proofing technology and insulation to filter out the noise of hundreds of flights passing overhead each day.

Even so, designers were concerned that sound could still enter in the summer when windows were opened. So they created a ventilation system that allows fresh air to enter the school while keeping sounds to a minimum.

Engineering company Buro Happold installed massive loops of pipes buried deep in the earth, a system popular in Scandinavian countries. During summer, the earth's temperature is still relatively cool. The pipes carry water which is cooled below ground before being pumped back into the school.

The same system can also help heat the school in winter, when the soil underneath is far warmer than the temperature outside. It will also help the school meet its target of meeting a fifth of its energy needs through renewable source.

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AUTOSTRONG PARK AND FLY WITH MF AIRPORT PARKING LTD

MF Airport Parking Ltd like to give our customers as much information about our car parks as possible. So alongside the information provided on our more info pages please find below even more information on Autostrong Park and Fly.

Autostrong - Manchester Airport ‘Park and Fly’, is a small family run business with room for 800 cars. They offer a friendly, efficient and personal service second to none.

Autostrong specialise in storing your vehicle in a secure environment, an essential requirement when parking at Manchester Airport – as at any airport.

The car park for Manchester Airport is alarmed, manned 24 hours a day and surrounded by 8 foot high palisade fencing.

Autostrongs Manchester Airport car park currently holds the Park Mark, Safer Parking Award from the British Parking Association.

They make every effort to ensure your Manchester airport car parking is hassle free. To this end their fleet of mini-buses run on demand, dropping off and picking up right outside the required terminal – not in the middle of the airport necessitating a long walk

Airport parking can, in some instances, add unwanted time to your travel consequently, Autostrong, constantly monitor flight arrivals. This results in your wait to be picked up, on your return, being kept to an absolute minimum.

When Parking at Manchester Airport Don't Forget

THINGS TO REMEMBER.... Please allow yourself adequate time for your journey to Autostrong. MF Airport Parking Ltd suggest you aim to arrive at Autostrong close to Manchester Airport at least 30 minutes before your check in time, which is usually on your ticket.

REMEMBER.... The most trivial roadworks on the motorway or on any road on your way to park at Manchester Airport could cause a delay. So try to leave yourself plenty of time rather than have a mad rush !

LAST MINUTE CHANGES.... From time to time, airlines and tour operators are forced to make changes to their schedules. If this should happen to you don't worry, contact MF Airport parking ltd at info@mfairportparking.com quoting your booking refernce and details of of the change and we will ensure Autostrong are informed.

ON ARRIVAL.... at Autostrong for Manchester Airport, report to reception with your travel documents, and current mileage of your car, where you will be issued with a numbered, signed and dated receipt for your car. DO NOT under any circumstances lose this receipt. Only the production of this receipt will allow Autostrong staff to return your car to you. You will also be provided with a freephone number to enable you to phone Autostrong from the Airport Arrivals Hall upon your return to tell them to come and collect you. Their FREE TRANSFER SERVICE will convey you to and from the car park at Manchester Airport.

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PARK AND RIDE AIRPORT PARKING

Park and ride parking is the oldest and cheapest form of Airport Parking there is, and this article gives the low down on exactly what can be expected if you book this kind of service.

As park and ride airport parking is cheaper than meet and greet the whole process is slightly longer. In past years park and ride was nowhere near as good or efficient as it is today and is now holding its own against the likes of meet and greet airport parking.

With park and ride airport parking the customer drives to the car park and hops on a transfer coach that would then take them to Manchester Airport for instance. Upon the customers arrival back into the country they would hop back on the transfer coach and be taken back to the car park where they then collect their vehicle.

There are still airport car parks out there who do not run dedicated transfer coaches which im sure you can appreciate slow the whole process down. In the main most park and ride providers generally follow the same procedure.

The customer drives direct to the car park where he parks in the arrival bay and gos to the reception. They will probably be asked to fill out a small form with such details as mileage registration etc and asked to hand over their keys. The customer’s luggage will then be placed onto the transfer minibus and the customer will be taken to the airport terminal.

Once the customer has left the car park their vehicle will be removed from the arrival bay and parked securely in the main car park where it can be accessed upon the customers return.

When the customer arrives back into the country they will call the number provided upon their departure and the airport parking provider will despatch the minibus to collect them and bring them back. Most companies now will run to and from the airport with one customer on the minibus but some airport parking providers will still insist the minibus is full before leaving. As a result please check the more info pages on our site http://www.mfairportparking.com/ for details of this.

When the customer arrives back at the car park their car will be waiting again in the arrival bay. Your keys need to be collected from reception and the car will be released.

Overall park and ride parking is a much cheaper but with all businesses there are sharks out there so be sure to check out the airport parking provider carefully. MF Airport Parking are local to Manchester Airport and offer Manchester Airport Parking only. As we are a local company we are familiar with all of the airport parking providers we use and can guarantee their professionalism. We are always on hand to answer any questions you may have about any of the Manchester Airport Parking car parks we offer so please feel free to email us at info@mfairportparking.com

We at MF Airport Parking are continually trying to improve the parking process and like to lead from the front. We are always eager to hear from our customers or potential customers so if anybody has any views on park and ride or can simply think of a way to improve the service then please get in touch, either by posting a comment here or by emailing us at info@mfairportparking.com

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Meet and Greet AIrport Parking

Meet and Greet, Valet, Chauffeur are all exactly the same service and this article gives the low down on exactly what can be expected if you book this kind of service.

Meet and greet parking essentially has come about to make the parking process a whole lot simpler for the customer and to cut down on waiting time.

With Meet and greet the customer drives directly to the airport terminal they are flying from for an agreed time. The time is usually agreed between the customer and the parking provider in advance. Approximately fifteen minutes before the arrival the customer generally is advised to call the airport parking provider. This call prompts the airport parking provider to get themselves of to the designated meeting point, thus cutting down waiting time for both parties.

The airport parking provider once in contact should do a thorough inspection of the vehicle making a note of all dints, scratches and general damage to the vehicle. After the inspection they should give the customer a note to sign for the damage. This process simply covers the airport parking provider against any fraudulent insurance claims.

Once the inspection process is completed the airport parking provider will explain to the customer the arrival procedure for their return. This can vary between provider but basically is as simple as to call a specific number once they have collected their luggage and make there way to a designated are where their car will be waiting.

At this point the customer should check the car over and ensure that the only damage on the vehicle is the agreed damage that they signed for on their departure. It is at this point that the customer must report any damage as once the car has been driven away the airport parking provider may not accept liability for any extra damage so be careful. For more details on this please check out the airport parking providers terms and conditions.

Overall Meet and greet airport parking is a much more user friendly service but with all businesses there are sharks out there so be sure to check out the airport parking provider carefully. MF Airport Parking ltd are local to Manchester Airport and offer Manchester Airport Parking only. As we are a local company we are familiar with all of the airport parking providers we use and can guarantee their professionalism. We are always on hand to answer any questions you may have about any of the Manchester Airport Parking car parks we offer so please feel free to email us at info@mfairportparking.com

In the past meet and greet parking has been extremely expensive but as you will see on the MF Airport Parking ltd website the prices have come right down and you can expect to pay approximately £40 for an eight day stay.

We at MF Airport Parking are continually trying to improve the parking process and like to lead from the front. We are always eager to hear from our customers or potential customers so if anybody has any views on Meet and greet or an simply think of a way to improve the service then please get in touch, either by posting a comment here or by emailing us at info@mfairportparking.com

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SMUGGLING SCAM

A 35-year old man was jailed for four years on Monday at Manchester Crown Court for his part in a major counterfeit cigarette smuggling scam. Colin Haines of Isleworth, Middlesex was charged with being knowingly concerned in the fraudulent evasion of Excise duty relating to the illegal importation of 8,270,000 counterfeit cigarettes from China in June 2005.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) officers originally arrested Mr Haines in October 2005 in relation to a single illegal importation when he was working for a freight company based at Manchester Airport. During the operation HMRC officers recovered a total of 8,270,000 cigarettes equating to a duty evasion in excess of £1.7 million.

The subsequent HMRC wider investigation found that there had been other suspicious importations, leading to the seizure of over 25 million cigarettes. There was insufficient evidence to link Haines to each seizure but it was clear that the smuggling scam was larger in scale, and during the wider investigation in 2005 over 34 million cigarettes were seized.

MF Airport Parking have decided to take the step and specialise in one particular area. We have decided that going forward we will provide Manchester Airport Parking only.

This decision will allow us to provide our Manchester customers a more tailored service instead of trying to be all things to all me.

The site will be undergoing some major changes over the coming weeks so watch this space.