The largest airport in Turkey and a European hub for Turkish Airlines
Heathrow has announced plans to expand capacity, aiming for a 150 million passenger annual figure. The airport highlights continued demand and must secure government approval while faces competing priorities across the UK. The latest figures show July passenger traffic near capacity, with Istanbul rising as a rival hub.
Liverpool has secured a five-year shirt sponsorship with Turkish Airlines from June 2027, replacing Standard Chartered. The deal, worth in excess of £60 million per season, makes Turkish Airlines the main club partner on the front of shirts for men’s, women’s and academy teams, with Standard Chartered moving to global partner status. The deal is set to be one of the most lucrative in Premier League history.
The floods in Istanbul have worsened, with multiple deaths and thousands evacuated. Rainfall has reached record levels since 1942, causing widespread damage and flight disruptions. Authorities warn of ongoing danger as the weekend forecast remains unsettled.