Doncaster Sheffield Airport sets new sustainability benchmark with independent EcoVadis assessments
Doncaster Sheffield Airport is set to undertake sustainability assessments across its physical footprint and supply chain as part of its drive to prioritise people, place and planet. As work to re-open the airport continues at pace, the airport’s leadership team has agreed to work with EcoVadis, the global standard for resilient, sustainable supply chains, to conduct independent sustainability assessments across its supply chain. EcoVadis evaluates companies’ ESG management systems across key
Airspace consultation reaches halfway point
The Airspace Change Proposal (ACP) consultation for Doncaster Sheffield Airport has reached its halfway point, with more than 1,000 responses already recorded. The ACP is seeking views on proposals to reinstate controlled airspace and introduce arrival and departure routes to bring cargo and passenger aircraft back to Doncaster Sheffield Airport, in what bosses have described as a ‘crucial’ step in the airport’s reopening plans. As of w/c 31st August, the consultation had received a total of 1,175
Doncaster businesses encouraged to ‘have their say’ on airspace
Businesses, residents and stakeholders from across parts of Doncaster and surrounding areas are being encouraged to have their say about airspace plans for Doncaster Sheffield Airport, as a consultation launches to gather views. The consultation, which is part of the official Airspace Change Process (ACP) connected with the airport’s reopening, goes live today and concludes on Sunday 04th October. The consultation has previously been described as “crucial” by airport bosses, who are seeking to gather
Would Your Team Know What To Do In An Emergency?
Would Your Team Know What To Do In An Emergency? Emergencies rarely happen when it's convenient. Whether it's a colleague collapsing, a fire alarm sounding, or a customer becoming seriously unwell, the first few minutes can make all the difference. The question every employer should ask is simple: Would your team know what to do?Confidence Comes From Preparation Many businesses have emergency procedures in place, but procedures alone don't save lives. The people responsible for putting those procedures
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Welcome to Emergency Response Training Ltd
At Emergency Response Training Ltd, we believe that every workplace should have the knowledge, confidence and skills to respond effectively in an emergency. Based in Doncaster, we've been helping businesses, schools, care providers, charities and organisations create safer workplaces for more than 20 years! We deliver accredited, practical training from our modern training centre in Finningley, Doncaster, as well as on-site at customer premises across Yorkshire and beyond. Our extensive range of courses
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Vulcan XH558 set to howl again as engine runs return to Doncaster Airport in 2026
The Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST) is thrilled to announce that the iconic Avro Vulcan XH558 will once again howl as she performs public engine runs at Doncaster Sheffield Airport in 2026. This marks an exciting return for one of Britain’s most beloved aircraft and a significant milestone in the Trust’s ongoing mission to preserve and celebrate aviation heritage. Engine runs involve starting and operating XH558’s four Rolls-Royce Olympus engines while the aircraft remains on the ground, allowing
Connectus provides £500,000 lift-off to Doncaster Airport Business Park
THE leading connectivity and business managed services partner Connectus is investing an additional £500,000 at Doncaster Airport Business Park, the company announced today. The investment will see Connectus turbocharge its work in and around the site’s Innovation - which consists of 140 business units for start-ups and growing businesses. Connectus’ cash-injection comes just days after the Government announced it will plough £30m into the newly-reopened Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Roy Shelton, the
Vulcan XH558 secures long-term home at Doncaster Sheffield Airport
The Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST) has received confirmation of its long-term future at Doncaster Sheffield Airport, following ongoing discussions with the City of Doncaster Council (CDC). The iconic Vulcan XH558 has been based at Doncaster Sheffield Airport since 2011. After its previous lease with Peel Holdings was due to expire in June 2023, the charity were looking for a new home when news of the airport’s imminent closure emerged. Conversations with CDC have continued to take place and as the
Charity Launches Fundraising Appeal on 16th Anniversary of Vulcan XH558’s Return to Flight
Thousands of people have become a part of the history of the last airworthy Vulcan bomber by having their name added to her wing. The Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST) is marking the 16th anniversary of XH558 returning to flight by offering supporters a chance to have their name added to the iconic aircraft under the bomb-bay doors. As the charity responsible for XH558 (the last airworthy Vulcan that stopped flying in 2015), VTST is giving people the opportunity to celebrate the plane's second display
New Chief Executive Named for Vulcan to the Sky Trust
A new chief executive is taking control of the Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST), as the charity confirms the iconic aircraft will remain in Doncaster until the end of the year. After many years working with the Trust, Marc Walters has taken up the role that has remained unfilled since the death of founder Dr Robert Pleming in January 2021. During the interim period, Michael Trotter, development director, has led the charity and worked closely with Marc to broker the extension of the lease with Peel
Doncaster Chamber Urges Prime Minister to Reassure Business Communities By Prioritising the Economy
Now that Rishi Sunak has assumed office as Prime Minister and appointed his cabinet, Doncaster Chamber is urging the new leader to reassure business communities that the economy (rather than party politics) is his top priority. With 864 firms currently in membership, the Chamber represents a wide range of businesses of various different sizes and from across multiple sectors. This ever-growing network includes everything from fledgling start-ups, to local SMEs, charitable organisations and major companies
Northern Chambers of Commerce Write To Prime Minister, Calling For Intervention in DSA Negotiations
An open letter —penned by all of the accredited Chambers of Commerce for the North of England and the Sheffield Property Association — has been sent to the Prime Minister, asking for their urgent intervention in the ongoing Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) negotiations. Sent to the Prime Minister on October 14th, the letter was signed by sixteen Chambers, as well as the Sheffield Property Association. Together, these organisations represent a total of 17,000 member businesses (which collectively
Doncaster Chamber Urges Peel To Seriously Consider Offers To Buy Doncaster Sheffield Airport
Now that multiple investors have come forward to express an interest in purchasing Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA), the local Chamber of Commerce is urging Peel to return to the negotiating table. 17 days ago, Peel announced its intention to close the airport and, since then, regional partners have continued to work around the clock to find a way of saving this important economic asset. In addition to making a substantive offer of support — one that would see the public sector effectively covering
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Government Must Do More To Strengthen Confidence As Business Activity Cools in Q3
On the publication of the South Yorkshire People Survey, powered by the Quarterly Economic Survey for Q3 2022, the CEOs of Barnsley & Rotherham, Doncaster and Sheffield Chambers of Commerce said in a joint statement: “This has been a challenging quarter for the region’s economy and our survey reflects that. The unwelcome news that the owners of Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) plan to close the facility was unsettling for businesses across South Yorkshire and devastating for those who work there. We
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South Yorkshire Chambers Ask The Government to Clarify Its Position on Saving DSA
The three South Yorkshire Chambers of Commerce have written to the Secretary of State for Transport, asking for clarity on what the UK government is doing to prevent the imminent closure of Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA). Today, the respective Chief Executives for Doncaster Chamber, Sheffield Chamber and Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber have jointly sent a letter to Anne-Marie Trevelyan MP. In this letter, they note that it has been several weeks since Liz Truss’ first Prime Minister’s Questions session,
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Update on Doncaster Sheffield Airport Negotiations
As a mark of respect, following the sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we have decided to scale back on our communications for the duration of the National Mourning Period. As such, we do not have the usual DSA update this week. However, rest assured that work is still continuing behind the scenes. One of the latest developments is that the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and Doncaster Council are now in negotiations with a credible consortium interested in buying the
A Weekly Update on the Work of the DSA Business Advisory Group 02/09/22
The business community is keenly interested in the rapidly developing situation at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. As Co-chairs of the DSA Business Advisory Group (an informal and time-limited group of business organisations and people designed to support our public sector partners in their deliberation and negotiations with Peel), we are committed to providing weekly updates so that the community can be kept abreast of what is happening.The Business Advisory Group met for the fifth time on 2nd September
