Direct flights resume between Beijing and Edinburgh

CGTN Europe

More mutual visits are expected as China’s Hainan Airlines resumed its direct flights between Beijing and Edinburgh on Friday.   Gordon Dewar, CEO, Edinburgh Airport, talks about his expectations.

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00:14 It's fantastic to have Highland Airlines back for a second year with the extended frequency and a longer season as well.

00:21 And we know that the connection between our two wonderful capital cities is really important for cultural connections,

00:27 for students studying, for people enjoying the tourism offer.

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00:36 We had two last year because twice a week is still an excellent connection between the cities.

00:40 But when it goes to four, firstly it shows confidence in the route, it shows expansion and growth,

00:45 but it gives people even more opportunity to choose how long they want to travel for,

00:49 to suit their needs, to suit their requirements and to give people the best possible flexibility.

00:55 We think that's a fantastic next step and we hope soon we'll be seeing daily next time around.

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01:07 We're always looking to try and improve the experience here at Edinburgh Airport and throughout the city as well.

01:12 Something simple as changing the check-in screen so that it's simplified Chinese for the Beijing flight,

01:18 having QR codes with the menu again in simplified Chinese and then also using our European leading Weibo, WeChat and Doyon sites

01:28 and Red as well to communicate how to actually transit through the airport

01:32 so that it's an easier experience and a more enjoyable experience for all our guests.

01:37 [Music]

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