Q-PARK, a Dutch firm has taken over Belfast International Airport's car park operations in a move that will see customers receive generous discounts, better lighting and all round improved security. Holidaymakers and business travellers departing from Belfast International Airport can now park for less and soon benefit from the introduction of a shuttle bus service and bus shelters as well as improved lighting and security.

The company has also introduced an online advance booking system, allowing car park users to take advantage of cost savings of up to 25 per cent by visiting www.q-park.co.uk. Long term jetsetters will also benefit from the company's offer to park for one month and get an additional two months of parking for free.

Q-Park Operations Manager, Cecil Brett, commented: "We're pleased to announce Q-Park's arrival in Northern Ireland and delighted that our first car park here will be located at Belfast International Airport.

"Car park users at the airport will now be able to avail of long term parking at only £3.00 per day for weekly parking or more. At Q-Park, we focus on high standards of design and service quality while maintaining value." He added: "Customers using our new parking facility at the International Airport will certainly see improvements to their car parking experience. Whether they are frequent short stay travellers, business travellers or staying away for extended periods, we are confident that they will experience a significant improvement in terms of quality, flexibility and value."

Albert Harrison, Chief Operating Officer, TBI plc, said: "We are very excited about this new development and are looking forward to working with Q-Park, who bring with them proven expertise in the field of car parking. "Belfast International Airport is committed to developing service and maintaining levels of convenience for our passengers. We recognise the need to develop airport facilities in line with growing passenger numbers in order to build a sustainable airport for Northern Ireland".

Q-Park is an international company with car parks in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, Denmark and the UK. It's considered the top five player in the European parking market and it now counts Belfast International Airport's car park as its second Northern Irish site. It recently acquired a 1,000 space car parking facility at Victoria Square - the £300 million complex in the heart of Belfast City Centre which will open in 2008.