The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has named Jennifer Aument as its incoming CEO. She will assume the role on April 1.
Aument brings more than 25 years of experience in developing major infrastructure across the highway, rail, airport, and port sectors to her new role. As the president and CEO of Transurban’s North American business for many years, she led the development and expansion of significant public-private infrastructure projects.
Additionally, her decade-long tenure as a commissioner for the Virginia Port Authority gave her extensive insights into port operations and development. Most recently, Aument served as CEOd of AECOM’s global transportation business, where she led a team of more than 14,000 to deliver innovative transportation solutions for clients of the industry’s preeminent transportation consulting and design firm.
Aument is taking over from current CEO Dr. Gerrard Bushell.
“We thank Gerrard for his many contributions over the years, making this project the success that it is today,” said Luke Bugeja, chair of the board of directors of JFK NTO LLC and CEO of Ferrovial Airports. “We look forward to welcoming Jennifer to the New Terminal One team. Her dedication and passion for this industry will now bring her global vision, market insight, and energy to lead in delivering this world-class terminal to New York City, committed to local communities and travelers worldwide.”
The New Terminal One is being built on sites now occupied by Terminal 1, the recently closed Terminal 2, and the former Terminal 3, where it will anchor JFK’s south side. The first phase, including the new arrivals and departures halls and first set of 14 new gates, is expected to open in two years. At completion, anticipated in 2030, the New Terminal One will be 2.4 million square feet, 23-gate, state-of-the-art, international-only terminal.
“I am excited to soon begin my role with the New Terminal One team and build upon the exceptional foundation that has been laid here,” said Aument in a press release announcing her new role. “Significant progress has positioned us well, and I look forward to working with the Port Authority and our partners in the community to set a new global standard for customer experience.”
