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Colm Lacy British Airways' Chief Commercial Officer | Official Website

At the Altitude25 conference in Lisbon, British Airways' Chief Commercial Officer, Colm Lacy, outlined a significant investment program aimed at transforming the airline's operations. The $8.8 billion initiative will focus on technological improvements, including a new app and website, and is set to continue through 2027.

A key aspect of this investment is strengthening British Airways' position in London, particularly at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. "We want to grow and strengthen where we are in terms of London, the world’s biggest airline market, and particularly for premium travel," Lacy stated.

The investment will encompass fleet renewal, net-zero tracking, engineering and operations enhancements, modernization of commercial and IT systems, and customer service updates. A recent agreement with Boeing to acquire a hangar is expected to enhance operational stability. Lacy noted that this move would "increase our stability in terms of our MRO."

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British Airways currently holds a 51% market share at Heathrow and 13% at Gatwick. The investment aims to increase its EBIT margin from 10% in 2023 to 15% by 2027 through growth in corporate travel and various transformations.

Lacy emphasized the need for digital transformation: "We have to have 100% serviceability online to meet our customers’ needs." The airline plans to launch a new digital platform as part of its strategy to modernize its retailing approach.

In April last year, British Airways partnered with Amadeus to implement Nevio, a solution designed for modern airline retailers. This platform aims to offer personalized services such as fast-track security and additional baggage options.

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