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Allianz Stadium Twickenham | Wednesday 25th November 2026 | #HeathrowBusinessSummit

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Heathrow Business Summit

Sustainability

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Heathrow's strategy

Heathrow’s sustainability strategy, Connecting People and Planet, sets out its ambitions to reduce carbon emissions, support nature and build a thriving, sustainable supply chain, including opportunities for smaller businesses.

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The Venue’s Initiatives

The Heathrow Business Summit will take place at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, where environmental initiatives include:

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Reducing waste

A zero waste to landfill policy, with food waste processed through anaerobic digestion to produce electricity and fertiliser.

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Reducing single-use plastics

An 80% reduction in single-use plastics, with plastic straws, stirrers and sauce sachets removed from the venue.

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Responsible food sourcing

95% of food prepared and cooked onsite, using at least 80% British ingredients.

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Saving energy

Solar panels powering the South Stand, energy-efficient LED lighting and heat recovery for heating and hot water.

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Supporting biodiversity

Four onsite beehives, with the venue’s own honey used in dishes featuring honey.

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People and Planet

This year, exhibitors who actively showcase their contribution to the People and Planet agenda will receive a ‘People and Planet’ mark for their stand. Look out for this symbol throughout the exhibition and discover case studies, examples of best practices or other engaging activities that showcase their amazing work.

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About

The Heathrow Business Summit takes place on 25th November 2026, with a renewed focus on unlocking opportunity, driving innovation, and building partnerships that support long-term, sustainable growth.

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Under the theme “Connecting People to Planet,” the Summit is designed to connect Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with Heathrow’s procurement teams, strategic suppliers, and key partners from across the region and beyond.

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As the largest employer in West London, Heathrow understands the critical role SMEs play in creating a resilient and innovative supply chain.

The Business Summit provides a unique platform for businesses to:

  • Discover upcoming contract and procurement opportunities

  • Gain practical insights into working with Heathrow and its suppliers

  • Build long-term relationships that extend beyond the Summit

  • Network and build long-term partnerships

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Attendees are able to explore the latest opportunities offered by Heathrow’s suppliers and help support a thriving, sustainable local supply chain; expand their network by connecting with a diverse range of businesses showcasing their products and services; meet potential clients face-to-face and build valuable partnerships.

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Together, we’re building a gateway for shared success.

About

The Heathrow Business Summit takes place on 25th November 2026, with a renewed focus on unlocking opportunity, driving innovation, and building partnerships that support long-term, sustainable growth.

Under the theme “Connecting People to Planet,” the Summit is designed to connect Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with Heathrow’s procurement teams, strategic suppliers, and key partners from across the region and beyond.

​

As the largest employer in West London, Heathrow understands the critical role SMEs play in creating a resilient and innovative supply chain.

​

The Business Summit provides a unique platform for businesses to:

  • Discover upcoming contract and procurement opportunities

  • Gain practical insights into working with Heathrow and its suppliers

  • Build long-term relationships that extend beyond the Summit

  • Network and build long-term partnerships

​

Attendees are able to explore the latest opportunities offered by Heathrow’s suppliers and help support a thriving, sustainable local supply chain; expand their network by connecting with a diverse range of businesses showcasing their products and services; meet potential clients face-to-face and build valuable partnerships.

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Together, we’re building a gateway for shared success.

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