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Manchester Airports Holdings Limited

Manchester Airports Holdings Limited (MAHL), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the UK airport management industry. Founded in 1938, the company operates several major airports, including Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands, serving millions of passengers annually. MAHL focuses on providing exceptional airport services, including passenger handling, retail management, and ground services, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the expansion of Manchester Airport, which has become one of the busiest airports in the UK. With a strong market position, MAHL is recognised for its operational excellence and strategic partnerships, continually enhancing the travel experience while contributing to the economic growth of the regions it serves.

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How does Manchester Airports Holdings Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Manchester Airports Holdings Limited's score of 18 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Manchester Airports Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Manchester Airports Holdings Limited (MAG) is committed to achieving significant reductions in carbon emissions, with a focus on Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to net zero by 2025 and has set a target to cut these emissions by 30% from a 2016 baseline by 2030. Additionally, MAG plans to achieve net zero for Scope 2 emissions by 2025, with a similar 30% reduction target from the same baseline by 2030. MAG has reported a notable achievement, with a 48% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions against a 2019 baseline, targeted for completion by 2030. Furthermore, the company has committed to reaching net zero carbon operations for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2038, supported by a transition to renewable energy and low-emission technologies. The latest emissions intensity data indicates a gross market-based emissions intensity of 330.0 kg CO2e per revenue unit for 2024, and an intensity ratio of 570.0 kg CO2e per traffic unit for 2025. These figures reflect MAG's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint effectively.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Manchester Airports Holdings Limited's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Manchester Airports Holdings Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Manchester Airports Holdings Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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