Heathrow Airport Limited

Speaker Biograghy: After 10 years as a fire fighter in the City of Glasgow, Derek joined Glasgow Airport Fire Service in 1998. Since that time he has held senior positions in airfield, security and terminal operations. In 2007 Derek became Operations Director in Glasgow before moving to Stansted Airport in the same role. After joining Aberdeen International Airport as the Managing Director in 2010, he achieved the accolade of Fastest Growing UK Airport in 2011. With his 1st degree in Fire Risk Engineering and a Master's in Risk Management, Derek now holds the position of Airside Director at Heathrow Airport, responsible for the daily operation of the airfield as well as airspace policy, management and design.


Day 1 - 10 March
Session:
Management & Operations


11:10 - 11:35 - A-CDM, enhanced airport operations – smarter not harder
Synopsis: Airports are part of an interrelated system. Operational performance at one airport has a knock-on impact throughout the network. A-CDM is an opportunity to effect a transformational change in how we operate by working together. Airports, airlines, ground handlers and air traffic control sharing real-time information improves operational efficiency, predictability and cost. By focusing on the turnaround process A-CDM delivers aircraft into the congested European ATM network on time, reducing delay and improving passenger experience. A-CDM addresses the key drivers of operational performance to deliver system-wide benefits, and the advantages multiply as more airports implement it.