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Industry Excellence Recognized At 2025 AX Awards Gala

There was cause for much celebration Tuesday night as the 21st annual AX Conference wrapped up with the annual Awards Gala, recognizing excellence in airport concessions. Nearly 450 industry executives gathered for the top-tier event, beginning with a cocktail hour...

ACI-NA Releases New Industry Research

Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) has released two comprehensive new reports analyzing U.S. airport infrastructure needs as well as the airport industry’s impact on the national economy.  The first report, “Modern Airports for a Stronger America:...

Lyttle Tapped To Lead MCO

Lance Lyttle, who is currently leading Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), has been selected to serve as the next CEO of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, overseeing Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL). The GOAA said...

SSP Publishes New Industry Trends Whitepaper

Concessionaire SSP has released a new whitepaper addressing trends across the travel hospitality industry. Analyzing the geopolitical factors, societal shifts and changing environmental concerns that drive traveler behavior, the report notes a few emerging...

Vantage Group Launches New Aviation Infrastructure Investment Initiative

Transportation development firm Vantage Group has announced the launch of a new aviation venture initiative. Vantage Futures will seek to partner with early-stage, seed and Series B companies focused on sustainable aviation technology, connected infrastructure and...

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AXN’s CONFERENCE ISSUE

The 2025 AXN Conference Issue explores both the ongoing challenges faced by concessionaires due to higher costs, and the new trends they’re capitalizing on to enhance the traveler experience. Also included in this issue are a profile on Tracy Conner Harris of Orlando International Airport, named AXN’s Property Manager of the Year; and an interview with Pat Murray, the new CEO of SSP America.

HOU Announces Four New Concessions

HOU Announces Four New Concessions

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) will open four new restaurants through the end of 2025 as part of the airport’s multi-year concessions overhaul. New offerings will include Michelin Guide-recognized Killen’s Barbeque, well-known bakery and brunch brand Common Bond...

Tailwind Hospitality Acquires AZA Panera

Tailwind Hospitality Acquires AZA Panera

Tailwind Hospitality, Inc. has acquired a Panera Bread location at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) from Kind Hospitality. Tailwind Hospitality previously acquired four AZA food and beverage concepts from Kind Hospitality in September 2024. The addition of Panera...

SCDA Releases RFQ&E For SMF Expansion

SCDA Releases RFQ&E For SMF Expansion

Sacramento County Department of Airports (SCDA) has announced a new Request for Qualifications and Experience (RFQ&E) for artist services as part of Sacramento International Airport (SMF)’s $1.4-billion Concourse B Expansion and SMForward project. The RFQ&E...

PHL Announces New Middle Child Location

PHL Announces New Middle Child Location

Jackmont Hospitality and Brenda Branch, managing member at ACDBE-certified High Places Concessions, will open a new Terminal D location of Philadelphia-based breakfast, brunch and sandwich brand Middle Child at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Scheduled to...

Monroe County Airports Name Assistant Director

Monroe County Airports Name Assistant Director

Key West International Airport (EYW) and Florida Keys Marathon International Airport (MTH) in Monroe County have named Scott Guidry the next assistant director of airports. Guidry, who began his role March 31, will assist director of airports Richard Strickland in...

Be Relax Opens Two New Spas At CLT

Be Relax Opens Two New Spas At CLT

Airport spa operator Be Relax has announced the reopening of its refurbished spa in Connector D and a new spa location in Connector A at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Operated by Paradies Lagardère, both spa locations feature Be Relax’s signature...

OAK Opens Two Stores

OAK Opens Two Stores

Oakland International Airport (OAK) has opened two new stores in Terminal 1. Oakland Duty Free, operated by Hudson, will offer travelers a variety of fragrances, spirits and confections while Little Main St. @OAK, also operated by Hudson, will offer travelers a...

ACK Selects New Airport Manager

ACK Selects New Airport Manager

The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission has named Warren Smith its new airport manager for Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK). Smith, who began his role on March 3, will manage terminal operations, airfield activities, business and service operations, and regulatory...

LGA Gateway Partners Awards STEM Education Non-Profit Grant

LGA Gateway Partners Awards STEM Education Non-Profit Grant

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)’s Terminal B developer LaGuardia Gateway Partners (LGP), and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) have awarded STEM educational non-profit NYC FIRST, Inc. LGP’s first B-INSPIRED STEM Grant. With this grant, NYC FIRST will...

DTW Opens First 24/7 Store

DTW Opens First 24/7 Store

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) has opened its first 24-hour travel retail store. Corktown Place, named after Detroit’s oldest neighborhood and operated by Paradies Lagardère, offers travelers a variety of news and convenience items and will include a...

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Airport Concessionaires Capture F&B Trends

2025 Conference Issue

Rising Costs Challenge Concessionaire Profitability

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Meet AXN’s Property Manager of the Year!

2025 Conference Issue

Comprehensive Guide to AXC 2025

2025 Conference Issue

 

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