[Apr 21, 2015] Collinson Group partners with Swissport to launch LHR Terminal 5¡¯s first shared use lounge
Swissport International, the world¡¯s leading provider
of ground and cargo handling services to the aviation industry, and Collinson
Group, owners of Priority Pass, have signed a joint venture agreement to launch
the first shared use lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 5. ¡®Aspire, the Lounge
and Spa at LHR T5¡¯ opens to the public this summer and will be available to all
passengers travelling through LHR Terminal 5. ¡®Aspire the Lounge and Spa at LHR
T5¡¯ will be jointly owned and operated by Swissport and Airport Lounge
Development (ALD), Collinson Group¡¯s lounge operating arm to bring a world class
facility to Heathrow Terminal 5.
Since launching in 2012, the
Aspire brand of airport lounges has grown in popularity and now covers many
global destinations. The new lounge represents the first foray in a new joint
venture partnership between two of the most experienced global companies
operating airport lounges today. Collinson Group has deep insight into the needs
of frequent travellers for over 23 years. This experience is complemented by the
operational expertise of Swissport, the leading operator of independent lounges
in Europe and largest lounge operator in the UK.
Located near Gate 18, the lounge
will be the first in London Heathrow¢¥s Terminal 5 open to travellers regardless
of travel class, and is designed to meet independent customer demand for a place
to relax and refresh in one of the world¡¯s leading airport terminals. ¡®Aspire,
the Lounge and Spa at LHR T5¡¯, has a modern and innovative design focused around
meeting the unique needs of Terminal 5 customers. With a high volume of
passengers in the terminal connecting onto another flight, a range of dedicated
areas and services will ensure that passengers have a quiet place to rest and
relax, whilst also giving them access to a blend of refreshing spa facilities.
Errol
McGlothan, General Manager EMEA at Collinson Group said: ¡°We are delighted to
have the opportunity to open an independent lounge at Terminal 5 which our
Priority Pass customers can enjoy. In partnership with Swissport we are
confident that ¡®Aspire, the Lounge and Spa at LHR T5¡¯ will deliver an exciting
range of services that add to the experience of one of the world¡¯s leading
hubs.¡±
Shaun
Weston, Travel Services Director Swissport International commented: ¡°The opening
of ¡®Aspire, the Lounge and Spa at LHR T5¡¯ is a significant step for Swissport
and our Aspire brand of lounges, giving us a presence in one of the world¡¯s
leading airport terminals, whilst allowing us to partner with global lifestyle
benefits experts, the Collinson Group.¡±
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