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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...
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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.

Paradies, Kambers To Open 4 Concessions At OKC

The Paradies Shops and its Oklahoma retail partner Kambers Gifts and Luggage is opening four concessions at Will Rogers World (OKC), and one will have a little bit of star power for the festivities. Barry Sanders, a former Oklahoma State football player who went on to...

TUL Installs Video Phones For Hearing Impaired

Thanks to grant money from the U.S. Department of Commerce Broadband Technology Opportunities Program, a new public access video phone has been installed at Tulsa International (TUL). The grant is part of Project Endeavor and was provided to install video phones in...

Local Favorite LeBus Arrives At PHL

Fresh breads, rolls and pastries, as well as La Colombe brand coffee, have landed at Philadelphia International's (PHL) Terminal C. 
 
LeBus Cafe, an offshoot of LeBus Bakery, a locally based institution since 1978, offers breakfast and lunch...

Clear Channel Airports, Airport Marketing Income Renew Partnership

Clear Channel Airports has renewed its experiential marketing and sponsorship partnership with Airport Marketing Income. The relationship between the two companies began in 2009 and the new deal is a multi-year partnership. Together they have developed programs from...

Hudson Group JV To Develop Shopping Mall In LAS’ Concourse D Rotunda

A joint venture consisting of Hudson Group and its partners has won approval from McCarran International (LAS) and the Clark County Commission to develop a specialty retail shopping mall in the airport's Concourse D rotunda. Hudson Las Vegas JV also includes local...

HMSHost Opens Moe’s Southwest Grill At MEM

Moe's Southwest Grill has landed at Memphis International (MEM). The airport location is the company's fourth, but the first in conjunction with HMSHost Corp. On the menu, guests will find all-natural chicken, grass-fed steak and organic tofu; each meal is prepared in...

BNA Unveils ‘Wind Reeds,’ Public Art Installation

The Arts at the Airport program has brought a new public art installation to Nashville International (BNA) "Wind Reeds" features hundreds of hinged aluminum elements that sway with the wind on the exterior of the airport's new rental car facility. Designed by artist...

John Wayne Opens New Terminal C

The new Terminal C at John Wayne (SNA) opened Nov. 14, on schedule and within budget. The $543M Airport Improvement Program added to Terminal C six bridged aircraft gates, two commuter terminals, more security checkpoints, and new dining and shopping options, and...

IND’s Midfield Terminal Earns LEED Certification

The Midfield Terminal at Indianapolis International (IND) has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification from the U.S. Green Building Council - the first airport in the United States to earn LEED certification for an entire terminal campus. The...

HMSHost, Starbucks Celebrate 20-Year Partnership

HMSHost Corp. and Starbucks celebrated 20 years of partnership Nov. 10. The first location opened in 1991 at Seattle-Tacoma international (SEA), and there are now 350 HMSHost locations in more than 75 airports and highway travel plazas around the country. The...

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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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