Hudson, a Dufry company, announced this week it has entered into an agreement to operate and develop Starbucks locations in U.S. airports beginning this summer.
Hudson’s first two Starbucks licensed stores are set to open beginning this summer at pre and post-security locations in LaGuardia Airport (LGA) Terminal B, serving as the first Starbucks operating in the brand new terminal.
These first two stores will be operated by HG LGA Retailers JV, a joint venture of Hudson and ACDBE partners Branded Works, Byrd Retail Group and Kellee Communications Group.
“We’ve worked very hard over the years to provide travelers with the leading brands they’re used to enjoying, whether at home or heading to their next destination,” said Evan Schut, Hudson senior vice president, food and beverage. “The addition of Starbucks as our premium coffee brand is the natural progression as we work to elevate the guest experience in our new food and beverage locations.”
Each Hudson-operated location will provide the Starbucks experience, including the iconic and world-renowned customer experience and products. Travelers will be able to purchase classic food and drink favorites as well as earn and redeem Starbucks Rewards, order and pay ahead of time through the Starbucks app, and pick up with ease in-store.
“As Starbucks opens up the Travel Channel to multiple operators, we are excited to have Hudson join our list of partners,” said Henry Klein of Starbucks Travel Channel. “With more than 1,000 stores in airports, commuter hubs, landmarks and tourist destinations across North America, we believe the Hudson/Starbucks relationship will deliver the safe, familiar, and convenient Starbucks Experience our customers know and love.”
