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Vantage Group Launches New Aviation Infrastructure Investment Initiative

Transportation development firm Vantage Group has announced the launch of a new aviation venture initiative. Vantage Futures will seek to partner with early-stage, seed and Series B companies focused on sustainable aviation technology, connected infrastructure and...
Sarah McKeon

PANYNJ Selects McKeon As Aviation Director

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has selected Sarah McKeon to succeed Charles Everett Jr. as director of aviation for the Port Authority’s airports, effective March 1. Everett will retire after a 40-year career in aviation.  The Port Authority’s aviation...
Ricky Smith

Smith Named General Manager Of ATL

Ricky Smith has been selected as the new general manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) beginning April 2. Smith is currently executive director and CEO of the Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) where he is responsible for the management...

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...

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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.

LGB to Debut New $26M Ticketing Lobby

LGB to Debut New $26M Ticketing Lobby

Long Beach Airport (LGB) announced that is formally opening its new $26 million ticketing lobby and checked baggage inspection system (CBIS) facility with a public open house on Saturday, April 30. The new ticketing lobby is designed by Corgan and constructed by...

Gensler, Moody Nolan Partner on CMH Terminal

Gensler, Moody Nolan Partner on CMH Terminal

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) Board of Directors this week approved a resolution to initiate professional design services for a new John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) terminal with global architecture, design and planning firm Gensler....

MCO Targets LEED®v4 Certification for New South Terminal C

MCO Targets LEED®v4 Certification for New South Terminal C

Orlando International Airport (MCO) said this week it plans to target LEED®v4 certification for its upcoming South Terminal C, the highest level of sustainability grade for buildings for energy efficiency, indoor air quality and resiliency. If successful, the new...

MarketPlace PHL to Host Virtual Leasing Event

MarketPlace PHL to Host Virtual Leasing Event

MarketPlace PHL said this week that it will work with the City of Philadelphia’s Division of Aviation to host its 2022 Virtual Leasing Outreach on Thursday, May 5, to educate interested business owners about concession opportunities at Philadelphia International...

SSP Group, Servy Team up to Expand Order@

SSP Group, Servy Team up to Expand Order@

Servy, the enterprise self-service platform for hospitality, said this week it has teamed up with the airport concessionaire SSP Group to roll out Order@, a contactless order and pay solution, at SSP bars and restaurants in eight countries, with more locations planned...

Memorial AIDS Quilt Now on Display at OAK

Memorial AIDS Quilt Now on Display at OAK

Oakland International Airport (OAK) this week announced the last of three displays from the National AIDS Memorial is now in Terminal 2, providing airport visitors with interesting and engaging information about the AIDS Memorial Quilt, created 35 years ago, to honor...

RDU Says New Coffee, Dining Options Coming

RDU Says New Coffee, Dining Options Coming

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Board this week approved several new dining options for Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), including the arrival of the popular local coffee brand Beyu Caffe. Durham-based Beyu Caffe will open in the pre-security areas of...

Hudson Announces Contract Extension at ONT

Hudson Announces Contract Extension at ONT

Hudson, a Dufry company, this week said it had secured a ten-year concessions contract extension at Ontario International Airport (ONT), which serves more than 5.5 million travelers annually. With more than 8,600 square feet of retail space, the contract includes the...

MCO South Terminal C To Open Mid-September

MCO South Terminal C To Open Mid-September

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) this week announced the new $2.75 billion South Terminal C at Orlando International Airport (MCO) will open over a two-week period, with international operations beginning on September 19, 2022 and domestic operations on...

LGA Completes Rooftop Solar Energy Project

LGA Completes Rooftop Solar Energy Project

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) this week announced the completion of a new solar energy project at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with more than 3,500 solar panels that will produce more than 1.7 million kilowatt-hours of clean, renewable energy...

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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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