This group of scantily clad models helped mark the official launch of Gatwick’s new look.

Global Infrastructure Partners chose the first day of summer to unveil its brand identity for the airport following its £1.5 billion purchase from BAA last year.

A new teal colour scheme will replace BAA’s familiar yellow and black while the airport also has a new logo.

An artificial beach was built in the middle of the South Terminal arrivals area to highlight the launch as well as promote the airport’s £1 billion improvement scheme.

From July, passengers will be able to use a revamped interterminal shuttle, two months ahead of schedule, while the multi-million pound extension to the North Terminal should open at the same time. Over the next two years, improvements will be made to almost every part of the airport, including the South Terminal departure lounge, entrance forecourts, baggage systems and the North Terminal interchange.