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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
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, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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