Manx2 gets base at island airport
The airline Manx2 is to set up a new maintenance base and company headquarters on the Isle of Man. The firm is to refurbish one of the former British Airways hangars on a 5,000 sq ft (465 sq m) site at Ronaldsway airport.
As well as hangar space, the building will house offices and an engineering base. Manx2 plans to have a "centre of excellence" for turboprop engines.
The firm said its plans were a "major commitment" to the island.
It hopes the development will make it more convenient for the airline to maintain the aircraft to minimise delays.
"We have had limited office space in the terminal building at the airport for the last eighteen months, but it is now time for us to expand," said communications director James Filleul.
"This is a major commitment to the Isle of Man, and one we are delighted to be making.
"We have great faith in where the island is going and are looking forward to playing our part in its success."
Manx2 operates flights from the Isle of Man to Blackpool, Belfast, and Leeds Bradford, Nottingham, Jersey and Gloucester airports.
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Published: 2007/12/19 12:48:43 GMT
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