Sixt rent a car has announced the next step in its expansion in the UK by launching an on-airport location at the world’s busiest single-runway airport, London Gatwick Airport.

With over 4,000 locations in 105 countries, Sixt

London Gatwick Airport is unique to many airports as it is one of only a handful of airports to offer direct access from the terminal to the car hire collection and drop-off points. Sixt and London Gatwick Airport anticipate avoiding a shuttle bus will be key for time-pressed business travellers and holiday makers.

“We are delighted to welcome Sixt to Gatwick. Sixt is well known for its innovative approach to customer service so we look forward to working closely with them to deliver an even better experience for our passengers. As one of the few airports to offer direct access from the terminal to car rental pickup points, our aim is to double car rental usage and offer our passengers even more choice.”  - Julia Gregory, head of surface transport London Gatwick Airport

“Sixt are thrilled to be moving into Gatwick Airport. It’s an important milestone in our ongoing growth across the UK. Our goal is to make it as simple as possible for businesses and holiday makers to have access to a range of high quality, well specified vehicles backed by unparalleled service at affordable prices. We look forward to working with the team at Gatwick and providing their passengers with the ultimate mobility solution.”  - Paul McLoughlin, managing director Sixt rent a car UK.