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Regional benefits

A third runway increasing capacity, creating jobs, and connecting the UK to global opportunities, designed for sustainable growth.

Heathrow and the South West in numbers (2025)​

  • 54

    supply chain partners

    Strengthening regional supply networks

  • 77%

    of regional supply chain are SMEs​

    Local businesses, global impact

  • £11.9m

    supply chain spend​

    Backing growth, unlocking opportunity

We talk about Health & Safety being an​ innovation function as much as it’s a compliance function, and our work with Heathrow shows what’s possible when purposeful and progressive​ organisations commit to designing safety and inclusion into their work. Whether through practical training or our collaboration on the Equitable Safety Initiative, the focus is always the same: empowering teams to achieve legal​ compliance without compromising creativity.

Liz Bennett​ , Founder and CEO , Safety in Design​

Regional stories

From Heathrow to the world​​

Heathrow connects businesses to more than 230 destinations in over 80 countries. Regions and nations across the UK can access 92% of the global economy within a direct flight from Heathrow.

Exporting excellence

Our Exporting Excellence reports show how Heathrow supports UK businesses to boost exports, create jobs and generate economic growth nationwide today.