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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.
GRR Earns ACI-NA Carbon Accreditation
The Airports Council International’s Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program has recognized Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) with a Level 2 designation. GRR has earned a Level 2 accreditation for its work to reduce carbon emissions through initiatives...
ReachTV Launches Airport Weather Reports
Airport entertainment network ReachTV has partnered with The Weather Company to launch a new, hyperlocal airport weather forecast program. ReachTV and The Weather Company’s Weather Channel will provide customized, one minute travel forecasts informing passengers of...
Hudson, Plum Market Tapped For OMA Concessions
The Omaha Airport Authority has approved 19 new concessions leases for the future terminal at Eppley Airfield. Hudson and Plum Market will each lead joint ventures that include Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation. In total, three...
OAK Earns New ACI-NA Carbon Accreditation
The Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) has recognized San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) with a Level 3 designation in its Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. OAK, operated by the Port of Oakland, received the distinction...
Dave’s Hot Chicken To Open at LAS
A new Dave’s Hot Chicken location will open at Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). The national “Nashville style” hot chicken brand announced a signed agreement to develop a LAS location set to open in early 2025. The new outpost will be operated by...
CLT to Open Phase II Expansion
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) will unveil the next phase of its Destination CLT project on September 17. The $241 million Phase II of the Concourse A Expansion, designed by Perkins+Will and C Design and constructed by joint venture JE Dunn and...
Hudson To Open Six Stores At PIT
Avolta brand Hudson announced plans to open six new retail stores at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), as part of its new, seven-year contract with the Allegheny County Airport Authority. Hudson currently operates several specialty retail and duty-free concepts...
MSP Expands Security Line Program
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is expanding its security line reservation program to a new terminal. MSP Reserve, a free, online reservation program, allows passengers to book a specific time slot to pass through TSA. The service will be available in...
Tailwind Concessions Acquires Oakwell, Kind Hospitality
North Carolina-based Tailwind Concessions announced the acquisition of a Florida-based regional airport concessionaire and, separately, four food and beverage concessions located at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Tailwind acquired Oakwells, a Winter Park-based...
MSP Earns New ACI-NA Carbon Accreditation
The Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) has recognized Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) for its sustainability work, awarding the airport a Level 3 designation in its Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. The ACI-NA Airport...
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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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