As an island trading nation, global connectivity is critical to the UK’s economic success – underpinning trade, tourism, and international business

London is the UK’s gateway to the world, but its competitiveness is increasingly being challenged by major infrastructure investment in other global cities. That is why BusinessLDN has partnered with Arcadis to hold the Government to account for the timely delivery of projects that will strengthen London’s international links. 

Published in February 2026, our joint report, Pathway to Delivery: Expanding London’s Global Connections, sets out the milestones needed to unlock at least £53.5bn of private investment across aviation, international rail, and ports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, London Stansted, St. Pancras International, and London Gateway Port and Logistics Park. 

The report calls on the Government to tackle regulatory, fiscal, and planning barriers; align regulators with the growth mission; streamline planning processes; and reform business rates to accelerate investment, create jobs, and ensure the UK remains internationally competitive.

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