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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 Wales in numbers (2025)​

  • 63%

    of regional supply chain are SMEs​

    Strengthening regional supply networks

  • £251k

    supply chain spend​

    Backing growth, unlocking opportunity

Heathrow’s global connectivity allows us to export our biltong to markets across the world. We are expanding our customer base overseas, including orders to Dubai in the UAE, Ankara in Turkey, and even for the Bordeaux Rugby Team in​ France. Heathrow remains our main international gateway, helping us reach customers reliably as the business grows.

Ruth Davies and Kenneth Owens​ , Co-owners , Sherrif’s Biltong​

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.