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Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport Authority Executive Director Retires
Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport Authority’s John Black has announced that he will retire from his position as executive director at the end of 2024. Black, who began his career with the airport authority in 1991, was praised for fostering Smyrna Airport (MQY)’s...
SEA Transitions To Compostable Food Service Materials
Beginning this month, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will require all food service tenants to transition to compostable or reusable food service packaging. The new regulation, which applies to sit-down eateries, fast-casual cafes, lounges and catering...
Delaware North Opens Food Court At FLL
Delaware North has opened a new Terminal 3 food court at FLL as part of the airport’s updated concessions program. Operated by Delaware North, the food court features national brand Dunkin’ as well as the Lauderdale-based BurgerFi, serving high-quality angus beef and...
WH Smith Launches Three New LAS Stores
Las Vegas-based concessionaire WH Smith North America has launched three new retail stores at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). The latest lineup includes two locally focused, original concepts, DT Arts Market and Jayn & Este, as well as a joint location of...
DCA Opens Centurion Lounge
  Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) has launched its latest airport lounge — Terminal 2’s Centurion Lounge by American Express. The 12,000 square-foot space with views of the airfield and Potomac River is open seven days a week, offering travelers...
YVR Forms Sustainable Energy Council
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has created a new Energy Advisory Council. The council, part of YVR’s Roadmap to Net Zero initiative, will produce a report outlining the actions necessary for the airport to achieve net zero carbon by 2050. Bob Elton, former...
LAX Train to Begin Service in January 2026
The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners has approved an agreement finalizing the opening date of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)’s new Automated People Mover (APM) train. The project is now slated to complete construction by December 2025 with service...
IAADFS Elects New Officers
The International Association of Airport and Duty Free Stores (IAADFS) has announced its latest board of elected officers. Rene Riedi of Avolta will serve as the board’s chairman, with Erasmo Orillac of Motta Internacional to serve as vice-chair and Michael Halpern of...
OAK Names New Acting Assistant Director of Aviation
The Port of Oakland appointed Doug Mansel as the new acting assistant director of aviation at San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK). Mansel, who has been working for the Port of Oakland since 2000, will be responsible for aviation security, terminal...
Marketplace PHL Hosts Leasing Opportunity Event
New food, beverage and retail leasing opportunities are coming to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). MarketPlace PHL, LLC — which, along with the City of Philadelphia, operates the airport’s concessions program — will host a Leasing Opportunities Outreach Event...
Miami-Dade Government Approves $400M To Construct MIA Cargo Facility
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners has approved a minimum of $400 million toward the construction of a four-story cargo facility at Miami International Airport (MIA). Scheduled to open by 2029, the 800,000-square-foot facility will be known as the ...
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Enliven Appoints Scott Johnson as Executive Vice President
Beverage partnership consulting firm Enliven has appointed Scott Johnson as its next executive vice president of strategy and development. Johnson joins Enliven after three decades at Keurig Dr Pepper. During his tenure at Keurig Dr. Pepper, Johnson served as the...
ACI-NA Releases 2023 Airport Traffic Summary
The Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) has revealed the results of its 2023 North American Airport Traffic Summary. Drawing on data from 275 North American airports, the report showed a 11.9 percent increase in overall passenger traffic, with a...
Johnston & Murphy Launches Presidential Footwear Exhibit At ORD
Airport retailer Johnston & Murphy has unveiled a new exhibit showcasing its tradition of designing presidential footwear at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). The Presidential Footwear exhibit, which arrived in late July at ORD ahead of Chicago’s...
Bambuza Hospitality Group Names Shane Bridges CFO
Bambuza Hospitality Group has named Shane Bridges as its next CFO. A longtime CPA, Bridges brings nearly three decades of financial leadership experience across a wide portfolio of brands. Bridges joins the hospitality group — which currently manages 16 total...
MSP Begins Construction On Terminal 2 Expansion
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)’s Terminal 2 North Expansion project has begun. The 168,000-square-foot expansion will be the first of several projects planned to increase capacity at the facility. The $263 million Terminal 2 North Expansion Project,...
ICT Adopts Grab and Go Concessions
Wichita’s Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)’s Aviator’s Café will soon become a revamped grab-and-go convenience concept. The store, which is operated by ICT concessionaire MSE Branded Foods, will be converted into a 24/7 mini market called Grab & Go....
ACI Recognizes MIA With Sustainability Certification
Airports Council International (ACI) has awarded Miami International Airport (MIA) with the agency’s Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) in recognition of the airport’s dedication to reducing greenhouse emissions. MIA joins Tampa International Airport (TPA) as the...
MAC Selects Julie Lynn York As Marketing Director
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has appointed Julie Lynn York as its next director of strategic marketing and communications. York will lead MAC’s strategic marketing and communications department. York previously served as MAC’s assistant director of...
YVR Pilots Self-Driving Robotic Pods
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will pilot new self-driving robotic pods designed to accommodate passengers who may need assistance getting around the airport. Developed by Vancouver-based firm A&K Robotics, the autonomous pods use real-time intelligent...
LGB Reopens Historic Terminal
Fresh off of its centennial celebration, Long Beach Airport (LGB) has reopened its Historic Terminal building. City and airport officials gathered on July 27th to commemorate the newly restored space, a city-designated landmark — originally opened in 1941 and designed...
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