Whitepaper

Manchester Airports Group’s Innovative Approach on Transforming Noise Control

Manchester Airports Group (M.A.G), the largest UK-owned airport operator, faced challenges in managing noise levels across its four airports due to outdated systems. To improve operational efficiency, enhance community relations, and maintain compliance, M.A.G implemented Envirosuite’s Airport Noise and Operations Management System (ANOMS), gaining real-time insights and streamlining noise management processes. 

M.A.G operates four major UK airports—London Stansted, Bournemouth, East Midlands, and Manchester—serving around 48.5 million passengers annually. With a strong commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), the group actively engages in environmental initiatives to support growth while prioritising community trust and operational efficiency. 

The company’s legacy noise management systems were fragmented and difficult to integrate, making centralised data collection, monitoring, and reporting nearly impossible. Ageing noise terminals increased maintenance costs, while rising public concerns over aircraft noise created additional pressure to improve complaint handling and transparency. 

By implementing ANOMS, M.A.G centralised its noise management operations, integrating data from weather, radar, flight information, and noise terminals. This advanced platform provided real-time insights, intuitive data analysis tools, and public transparency through the WebTrak portal, which empowered residents to access flight and noise data and lodge complaints more effectively. 

Results & Benefits 

  • Improved Community Relations 

  • Enhanced Operational Efficiency 

  • Cost-Effective Management because of centralised data 

  • Access to real-time flight and noise data 

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