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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. 

MSP Expands And Relocates Rideshare Zone

MSP Expands And Relocates Rideshare Zone

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has relocated and expanded the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) rideshare pick-up zone at Terminal 1 to improve the ground transportation experience for passengers. The new pick-up zone for travelers using...

PIT Unveils Pianos for Passengers

PIT Unveils Pianos for Passengers

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has introduced three hand-painted, gently used pianos so travelers can practice their piano skills while they wait for bags or for their flight while at the airport. Free the Music Pittsburgh, a nonprofit group that places used...

XWELL Adds Robotic Manicures At LAS

XWELL Adds Robotic Manicures At LAS

XWELL and Clockwork, the pioneer in robotics for the beauty industry, have launched the use of Clockwork’s next-generation, fully-autonomous, AI-powered express manicure in the XpresSpa location at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas. LAS is the...

Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails Opens At SNA

Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails Opens At SNA

Minority- and family-owned and operated concessionaire Mission Yogurt has opened Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails at John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Orange County, CA. Located in SNA Terminal A, Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails specializes in nutritious bowls, salads,...

MIA Launches Second Public Innovation Challenge

MIA Launches Second Public Innovation Challenge

Miami International Airport (MIA) and the Miami-Dade Innovation Authority,  (MDIA), a nonprofit that looks for ways to improve the quality of life for local residents, have launched the second Public Innovation Challenge to support tech start-ups seeking solutions to...

Armstrong Named MEM Senior Business Development Manager

Armstrong Named MEM Senior Business Development Manager

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA), operator of Memphis International Airport (MEM), has named Regina Armstrong as its new senior manager of business development. Armstrong will be responsible for planning, directing, organizing and coordinating the...

GOAA Hosts Advanced Air Mobility Event

GOAA Hosts Advanced Air Mobility Event

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA), operators of Orlando International Airport (MCO), recently held its first Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Day, an event that underscored authority’s efforts to bring the future of air transportation to the region....

PHL To Host Employee Fashion Show

PHL To Host Employee Fashion Show

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) this week will hold a fashion show with airport employees showcasing the latest in fashion for modern travelers. On December 7, volunteer team members from various departments throughout the airport will be professionally...

Gore Joins AeroCloud In Sales Role

Gore Joins AeroCloud In Sales Role

Intelligent airport management platform AeroCloud has appointed Jeff Gore as vice president of global sales as it looks to drive revenues through the expansion of AeroCloud’s network of airport customers. Gore has spent much of the past 15 years on scaling software as...

Paradies Lagardère Expands Hologram Partnership To YYZ

Paradies Lagardère Expands Hologram Partnership To YYZ

Paradies Lagardère and ARHT Media, a leader in the development and distribution of high-quality, low latency hologram and digital content, have expanded their previously announced collaboration to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). This holiday season, YYZ...

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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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