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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

JetBlue Plants Urban Farm At JFK

JetBlue Plants Urban Farm At JFK

JetBlue Airways, in partnership with Terra Real Vegetable Chips, has unveiled a blue potato farm and produce garden in the pre-security area of Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy International (JFK). The 24,000-square-foot farm includes 3,000 crates of potato plants, herbs...

Food Trucks Dish Out Lunch At MIA

Food Trucks Dish Out Lunch At MIA

Miami International’s (MIA) Central Terminal was home to three food trucks for the day on Oct. 2. Ms. Cheezious, Che Grill and Moty’s Grill trucks were parked outside the terminal and serving passengers and employees during lunchtime. MIA will continue hosting...

Time Travel Now Ticking At DEN

Time Travel Now Ticking At DEN

Timepieces, eyewear and other accessories are now available in Concourse B of Denver International (DEN), courtesy of Time Travel. The store, operated by DFASS Group, will offer brands such as Michael Kors, Nixon, Maui Jim, Prada, Ray-Ban, Furla, Longines, Tissot,...

DFW Introduces New Brand Focusing on Customers, International Growth

DFW Introduces New Brand Focusing on Customers, International Growth

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) is transforming its image. The airport has launched a fresh brand with the tagline “Travel. Transformed.” It replaces the current brand, which was put in place more than 14 years ago. "DFW is a very different airport than it was...

TPA Goes To The (Guide) Dogs For A Day

TPA Goes To The (Guide) Dogs For A Day

More than a dozen dogs could be seen sniffing around Tampa International (TPA) on Sept. 29. Southeastern Guide Dogs brought guide dogs in training and their handlers into the airport to give them experience in travel situations. The dogs roamed through the Main...

MCO 1st Airport To Utilize Facial Recognition Technology  At Border

MCO 1st Airport To Utilize Facial Recognition Technology At Border

Orlando International (MCO) has become the first airport in the United States to use facial recognition technology in automated passport control kiosks. The technology, supplied by SITA, is part of new initiative from U.S. Customs and Border Protection requiring the...

Air Margaritaville Arrives At MIA

Air Margaritaville Arrives At MIA

Air Margaritaville has made its U.S. airport debut at Miami International (MIA). Operated by IMCMV MIA Airport LLC, the restaurant is inspired by Jimmy Buffett’s song and the lifestyle it represents. It will offer breakfast items, seafood, salads, sandwiches and an...

Carrabba’s Serves Up Italian Fare At ATL

Carrabba’s Serves Up Italian Fare At ATL

Travelers through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) can find Carrabba’s Italian Grill in the concessions lineup. HMSHost Corp., in partnership with Bloomin’ Brands and joint-venture partners Chow Baby Ponce LLC, The Pecan Inc. and Master ConcessionAir-ATL...

Delaware North Opens Cross Grain Brewhouse At OKC

Delaware North Opens Cross Grain Brewhouse At OKC

Travelers through Will Rogers World (OKC) will now find Cross Grain Brewhouse among the concessions offerings, courtesy of Delaware North. “We created Cross Grain Brewhouse as a place for air travelers to enjoy a great meal and relax with a local craft beer or...

The Market Lands At ATL

The Market Lands At ATL

Areas USA has opened The Market at the Centerpoint in Concourse C of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL). "The Market is a beautiful example of how design and architecture can deliver function and convenience," says Xavier Rabell, CEO of Areas North...

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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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