Manchester is starting to grow on the business side and with the BBC moving alot of it's offices etc. up to the North West city, it will no doubt result in other companies moving to Manchester.
I don't think an 'EOS' airline is needed in MAN but a Maxjet would suit the airport perfectly to destinations mentioned above, especially on the Toronto where it is now only served by either economy or the 'premium economy' by ZM or TCX which isn't exactly designed for the businessman/woman!
The only problem with the NYC flights is that they will not be operating connecting flights in the US (like CO/DL) or use your airmiles (BA).
I'm guessing the airline is now starting to mve away from the low cost model and dip it's feet all over the place! Flight only, charter flights and now business class!
They have already started to 'upgrade' with the new service to the Canaries.
Well done to LS if this is true!