Hangar 51, founded in 2016, offers a ten-week programme that allows start-ups to trial their products and services at scale, with the opportunity to work closely with the senior management team and experts across the IAG Group. The programme provides first-class mentorship and a dedicated office at IAG’s headquarters, where successful start-ups can learn from seasoned entrepreneurs and subject matter experts. Hangar 51 prefers to invest in sectors such as airport operations, logistics, distribution, airport automation, loyalty, robotic process automation, customer experience, and future mobility. Start-ups at any stage of their journey can apply, and those selected will have opportunities to pitch for investment from IAG.