Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) has taken the next steps to reopen. You could be flying out from the South Yorkshire airport once more as this week they are closer to securing an investor for the award-winning airport.
Doncaster Council cabinet heard a detailed report about timeframes around councils plans to reopen yesterday (19th June). The new report shared with the council said that investors had submitted their bids and investments plans earlier this week, Yorkshire Live reports.
What does the timeline look like for the reopening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport?
Following this there will be an ‘intense period of evaluation, in which the council seek the best fit from the proposals. This is set to conclude by the end of July, after which the chosen investor will be informed in late July to early August – with the announcement being made my Mayor Ros Jones.
The legal process and other bits will need to take place and the signing of the take over contract is likely to take place in September.
Earlier this year, DSA took the huge step to reopening after the council has agreed a lease for 125-years to ensure the future of the site. Ms Jones said at the time: “This is a significant day in our ambition to reopen the airport as the lease has been signed. This is a major step in the reopening process. The next is appointing an operator and investor who will manage and develop the airport.”
The future looks positive for the airport, let’s hope that this timeline is one to a fruitful future for the much-loved airport.
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