Reopening Doncaster Sheffield Airport will drive growth says RHA

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17:00 Thu 10th Apr 2025 | Posted By UKHAULIER

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The RHA says the reopening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport will unlock economic potential in the region. The South Yorkshire Mayor has announced GBP30m investment in the major infrastructure scheme which is set to create new jobs and boost growth. The RHA stresses that the haulage and logistics sector will play a key role in delivering the project, and is keen to work with the region to help it do so efficiently.

James Barwise, RHA Policy Lead, said: "We are pleased to see that the airport will reopen, sparking new long-term growth across the region and beyond. "The announcement once again shows how devolved local government investment in significant infrastructure projects can benefit business and communities. "Our sector will play a critical part in the redevelopment of the site and supporting infrastructure which is why we will need sufficient numbers of lorry drivers in the workforce to help deliver the project efficiently.

"The industry needs another 40,000 new drivers every year for the next five years to service overall demand to drive growth across the UK's economy."