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M1nd-Set Predicts Robust Air Traffic Growth - Table 1

M1nd-set Predicts Robust Air Traffic Growth, Shifting TR Demands

Global international air traffic is projected to reach 4.22 billion passengers, marking an 8.3% growth over 2024, the m1nd-set Annual Forecast Report shows. While all world regions will see an increase in air traffic in 2025, aside from Asia Pacific all world regions...
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GOAA Board Approves New MCO Concessions

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) Board has approved several major concessions and facility-related projects at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Improvements slated to begin in 2025 include a $13-million project to install new parking guidance...
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AXN Selects Awards Finalists; Committee To Vote On Winners

The AX Team has culled a list of finalists for the 2025 Airport Experience Awards, selecting from several hundred submissions from throughout the industry. Voting on the winners is now in the hands of the AX Awards Committee, comprising 12 airport representatives and...

San Francisco Mayor Appoints New SFO Director

San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed has appointed Mike Nakornkhet as San Francisco International Airport (SFO)’s next director, following current director Ivar Satero’s retirement in early 2025. Prior to being named SFO director, Nakornkhet served as CFO and executive...

DFW Breaks Ground On New Terminal

Airport officials and project partners gathered to celebrate the official groundbreaking of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)’s Terminal F project. The new terminal — the airport’s sixth and first new terminal since 2005 — is scheduled to open in 2027 and...

AX Awards Nominations Now Open!

AXN is seeking nominations for its 2025 Airport Experience Awards. We’re looking for the most exciting and innovative concepts, the best operators and the most effective airport concessions teams. Check out the full list of awards categories and reviews the rules and instructions here. Remember, nominations are open to subscribers only, so if you haven’t yet subscribed, please do so here. 

$2.6B SAN Terminal 1 Gains Board Approval

$2.6B SAN Terminal 1 Gains Board Approval

The San Diego County Regional Airport Board of Directors last week unanimously approved the maximum contract price and master project schedule for the design and construction of a new $2.6 billion Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport (SAN). Only one remaining...

COO Kinley Among New OHM Execs

COO Kinley Among New OHM Execs

Richard Kinley is the new chief operating officer (COO) of Outstanding Hospitality Management Group (OHM), while Roger Patel has been named senior vice president of Design & Construction and Lynn Groharing joins the OHM team as vice president of Finance &...

Canada Mandates Vaccines for Travelers

Canada Mandates Vaccines for Travelers

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced this week that effective October 30, all travelers must be vaccinated in order to depart from Canadian airports. The new requirements also require travelers on VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer trains to show that they’ve...

AtYourGate Launches Digital Voucher Program

AtYourGate Launches Digital Voucher Program

On-demand airport food and retail delivery company AtYourGate this week launched a new digital meal voucher program for passengers inconvenienced by delayed or canceled flights. The new program, currently being piloted through United Airlines at Denver International...

BOS Touts New Balance Store for Marathon

BOS Touts New Balance Store for Marathon

MarketPlace Logan, which developed and now manages the concessions program at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) announced this week it will be welcoming marathon runners back to the city with the first and only New Balance airport store, as well as restaurants...

Hudson Unveils Brookstone Redesign

Hudson Unveils Brookstone Redesign

Hudson, a Dufry company, this week announced a new vision for its next-generation Brookstone airport stores that will feature a sleek, ultra-modern store design and expanded product assortment. Elements of the new, reimagined Brookstone have been incorporated into the...

Uber Unveils Reservations for Airport Pickups

Uber Unveils Reservations for Airport Pickups

Ride-hailing service Uber announced this week that Uber Reserve, a feature that allows riders to pre-arrange a pick-up, is being expanded to include airports. Uber Reserve at airports enables riders to reserve a ride up to 30 days in advance and the ability to adjust...

ACI Joins Industry in Net Zero Emissions Pledge

ACI Joins Industry in Net Zero Emissions Pledge

Airports Council International (ACI) World this week announced it is among the signatories to a joint declaration from the world’s airlines, airports, air traffic management, and the makers of aircraft and engines pledging to reach net zero industry carbon emissions...

View Smart Windows Installed at MEM

View Smart Windows Installed at MEM

Smart building technology company View said this week its Smart Windows have been installed at Memphis International Airport (MEM) as part of the Concourse B modernization program. Concourse B, which features higher ceilings, larger gate areas, and moving walkways,...

CLT Adds Sunflower Lanyard Program

CLT Adds Sunflower Lanyard Program

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) said this week it is partnering with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower organization to introduce a Sunflower Lanyard Program so airport staff can better identify and assist passengers with hidden disabilities such as...

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AXN’s Directors Of The Year Share Aviation Journeys

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Colleagues Praise This Year’s DOYs

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Retiring Directors Reflect On Careers

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Executives Share Mentor And Mentee Stories

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New Generation Leadership Added To ACI-NA Board

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