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JFKIAT Announces New T4 Concessions

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) and JFK International Air Terminal (JFKIAT), the operator of John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4), have announced nine new  food and beverage concepts as part of the terminal’s $1.5-billion...

Port Of Oakland Appoints Kristi McKenney Executive Director

The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners has appointed Kristi McKenney The Port of Oakland’s new executive director, following current executive director Danny Wan’s retirement February 28.  McKenney, who will be the first woman to serve as executive director in the...

US Travel Urges Reforms Before “Mega Decade Of Events”

The United States is on the brink of a historic travel surge, but without immediate action, the country’s outdated air travel system will strain under the pressure, according to a new report released by the Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel, part of the U.S....

MAC Approves New Terminal 2 Concessions

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) board has approved a batch of new and redesigned concessions concepts scheduled to open at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) as part of the airport’s $263-million Terminal 2 expansion project.  The MAC selected...

Rhee To Depart CDA In April

Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Commissioner Jamie Rhee on Thursday announced her retirement, effective April 15, 2025. Rhee was appointed in 2018 and has overseen transformational projects at both O’Hare and Midway International Airports. The change came after...

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AXN’s PRE-CONFERENCE Issue

The February issue of Airport Experience News explores the food and beverage trends that are driving footfall and sales at street restaurants nationwide. Exotic and spicy are key attributes this year as consumers seek out unique dining experiences. This issue also includes the latest on sustainability efforts within airport concessions programs, as well as a look at the prognosis for airlines in 2025. Another feature takes a deeper dive into the concepts, brands, companies, teams and individuals who are in the running for the 2025 Airport Experience Awards. Winners will be announced at the upcoming AX Conference. Fact Book data analysis, an airport expansion overview and an interview with Ontario International Airport’s Atif Elkadi round out this issue, available now.

PANYNJ Breaks Ground On New JFK EV Chargers

PANYNJ Breaks Ground On New JFK EV Chargers

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) and electric vehicle rideshare platform Revel have broken ground on 24 new electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)’s For Hire Vehicle Lot 1 West. The chargers, which are...

United Announces IAD Expansion Project

United Announces IAD Expansion Project

United Airlines will debut a new 14-gate concourse at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). The $580-million project is being developed in collaboration with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) and funded in part by the Bipartisan...

PPG Opens New Lounges At YVR

PPG Opens New Lounges At YVR

Lounge operators Plaza Premium Group (PPG) have unveiled a new location at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The dual-concept facility located in YVR’s international terminal houses both the brand’s 115-seat Plaza Premium First (PPF) and 136-seat Plaza Premium...

MIA Unveils Inter Miami CF Team Store

MIA Unveils Inter Miami CF Team Store

South Florida’s Major League Soccer club Inter Miami CF has opened an official team store at Miami International Airport (MIA). Located between gates D27 and D28, the Inter Miami CF Official Store offers a wide selection of team-branded apparel and accessories.   “I...

CVG Announces Terminal Modernization Program Team

CVG Announces Terminal Modernization Program Team

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) has selected AECOM Hunt - Skanska, HOK and STV Construction to lead the airport’s multi-year terminal modernization program, Elevate CVG. The firms will manage the design, build and project management of the...

SPI Partners With ION

SPI Partners With ION

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) in Springfield, Illinois has entered a long-time lease agreement with ION, which includes the leasehold transfer of several of the airport’s pre- and post-security cafes, Sky Club Lounges and vending machine operations, as well as...

HSV and Tailwind Hospitality Unveil Concessions Plans

HSV and Tailwind Hospitality Unveil Concessions Plans

HSV is embarking on a comprehensive upgrade in food, beverage and retail in the terminal and concourse that will include Starbucks and other concepts, HSV and operator Tailwind Hospitality revealed this week.  Every aspect of food and beverage offered in the airport...

AMAC Aviation Excellence Summit Awards Winners Announced

AMAC Aviation Excellence Summit Awards Winners Announced

The Los Angeles chapter of the Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC LA) and partners Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) hosted the second annual Aviation Excellence Summit and Awards, presenting panels by and honoring leaders...

New Capital One Lounge Opens at DCA

New Capital One Lounge Opens at DCA

Capital One has opened a new lounge at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The lounge, which is available free to travelers who have a Capital One Venture X or Venture X Business card, features ample seating, wifi, luggage nooks and an extensive menu from...

Golf Simulator Opens At DEN

Golf Simulator Opens At DEN

Travelers passing through Denver International Airport (DEN) can now swing a few clubs between flights at the airport’s new golf simulator. Golf DEN, now open at the western end of the Concourse A mezzanine, features pay-as-you-go playing packages, seating and...

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Airport Experience News Magazine | Leadership & Culture Issue 2023

In This Issue

 

F&B Trends Influence Restaurant Menus

2025 Pre-Conference Issue

Green Concessions Programs Gain Steam

2025 Pre-Conference Issue

AX Awards Finalists Shine

2025 Pre-Conference Issue

Airlines Have Mixed Performances, Outlooks

2025 Pre-Conference Issue

Atif Elkadi Shares Vision For ONT

2025 Pre-Conference Issue

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