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PDX Installs DC Fast-Charging EV System
Portland International Airport (PDX) has installed a new electric vehicle charging system for its rental car partners. Located in PDX’s Quick Turnaround (QTA) rental car facility, the new DC charging system features 10 200kW dual dispensers that allow for 10 vehicles...
SMF Selects New Assistant Director
The Sacramento County Department of Airports (SCDA) has selected Chris Wimsatt as its next assistant director of airports. Wimsatt began his tenure on December 29 and has been with the SCDA since 2021, previously serving as deputy director of finance and...
Proto Launches Hologram Program At JAX
The City of Jacksonville celebrated the unveiling of new Proto hologram technology featuring Mayor Donna Deegan at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). The 4K AI-powered hologram features the mayor greeting passengers in English, Spanish, French, German and...
YEG Unveils Three New Concessions
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and concessions operator ECG Ventures II celebrated the opening of three new concessions in the airport’s post-security Domestic-International Departures Lounge: OEB Kitchen & Bar, an all-day airport version of the...
IAH Opens Two New Concessions
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) has opened two new concessions in its recently expanded Terminal D-West Pier, including SSP America-operated Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Paradies Lagardère-operated iShoppes duty-free store, which join recently introduced...
Delaware North Launches Bills-Themed Specials At BUF
Longtime concessions operator Delaware North and Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) are celebrating the Buffalo Bills postseason with two new menu items. Travelers can now enjoy both a #17 Spritz, honoring Bills quarterback Josh Allen and featuring Svedka...
DFW To Open Bonton Farms
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and concessions operator Marshall Retail Group (MRG) have announced plans to open an airport location of nonprofit sustainable urban farm Bonton Farms in Terminal A. The Southwest Dallas-based organization will offer...
ReachTV Premieres Khaby Lame-Led Series
Airport entertainment network ReachTV announced the premiere of a new original branded content series, “This Is How I Airport.” The 30-minute program is presented in partnership with eSIM company HolaFly and stars TikTok creator Khaby Lame, who shares his tips and...
BOS Offers Holiday Gift Wrap Service
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) concessions operators MarketPlace Logan held a gift-wrapping competition between the region’s most well-known sports mascots as part of its holiday programming. The event, featuring New England Patriots mascot Pat Patriot,...
JFK T8 Opens New Retail Shops
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)’s Terminal 8 now houses six new small, local-, women- and minority-owned businesses. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), American Airlines and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports celebrated the...
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