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ORD Unveils Pedestrian Tunnel Upgrades
The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) this week announced the opening of all seven renovated pedestrian tunnels beneath the Lower Level Roadway at O’Hare International Airport (ORD) as part of efforts to improve the overall passenger experience at one of the...
ACI-NA Forms Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Group
Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) this week announced the formation of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Working Group, comprised of professionals and DEI experts from across the industry to help propel the association’s work in this...
MRG Opens Natalie’s Candy Jar at SEA
The Marshall Retail Group (MRG), a WHSmith company, this week said it had partnered with airport candy store Natalie’s Candy Jar to open its newest location at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The SEA location marks the first venture between MRG and...
Hudson to Bring The House of LR& C To Airports
Hudson, a Dufry company, this week announced a partnership with The House of LR&C ,the fashion house of Super Bowl winning quarterback Russell Wilson and Grammy winning singer-songwriter Ciara, to bring their clothing line to airport retail stores. As part of the...
Fraport USA Opens Ole Red at BNA
Fraport Tennessee, a division of Fraport USA, joined airport officials this week to celebrate the opening of the new 5,500-square-foot Ole Red at Nashville International Airport (BNA), a live entertainment venue and brand inspired by Blake Shelton’s hit song “Ol’...
AUS Exhibit Raises Awareness for Adoption
Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) this month launched the “The Heart Gallery,” a new airport display aimed at building awareness for the number of foster children looking for permanent families. The installation is part of the Partnerships for Children...
Massport Boosts Minimum Wage for BOS Service Workers
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) board this week passed a two-step increase in the minimum wage for certain service workers at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) that will set the minimum pay at $16/hour beginning next month and at $17/hour beginning...
MCO Terminal C Project Gets $40M to Ensure September Opening
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board this week received the latest update on the near-term construction completion of the Terminal C project at Orlando International Airport (MCO), set to formally open this September. The board voted for a $40 million...
DEN Launches Business Development Training Academy For Prospective Vendors
Denver International Airport (DEN) announced this week that it is seeking certified small business participants for its newest pilot program, the Business Development Training Academy. The program will provide small businesses with a systematic approach to entering...
Welding Earns SVP Role At SSP America
SSP America, a division of SSP Group, said this week it has promoted Scott Welding to senior vice president of development and pursuit of new airports. He will retain his current portfolio of airports while also looking to further expand the company’s presence across...