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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

Nowitzki Opens At DFW

Nowitzki Opens At DFW

Basketball legend Dirk Nowitzki has opened a new restaurant at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The menu features some of the former Dallas Mavericks Hall of Fame player’s favorite meals and drinks. Located in Terminal C, the restaurant features modern...

Avports In Deal For Lower-Carbon Energy Solution

Avports In Deal For Lower-Carbon Energy Solution

Airport management and operations company Avports has signed a memorandum of understanding with energy technology company Baker Hughes to develop, implement and operate onsite microgrid solutions for the airport industry. The collaboration agreement addresses...

Nance Named TPA Concessions Director

Nance Named TPA Concessions Director

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority has named Stacey Nance as director of airport concessions at Tampa International Airport (TPA), responsible for the development, implementation and management of food and beverage, retail, advertising, passenger services and...

ATL, DFW, DEN Lead In Passenger Traffic

ATL, DFW, DEN Lead In Passenger Traffic

Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) released its 2022 North American Airport Traffic Summary containing passenger and cargo traffic statistics, with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) again topping the passenger traffic list...

Freni Named Interim Massport CEO

Freni Named Interim Massport CEO

Massport Director of Aviation Ed Freni will take over as interim CEO of Massport in November, when current CEO Lisa Wieland plans to step down after four years at the helm. Massport operates Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Freni will continue his duties as...

HMSHost Opens Angie’s Subs at JAX

HMSHost Opens Angie’s Subs at JAX

HMSHost said it will open iconic local restaurant Angie’s Subs at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to provide travelers with subs and sweet tea. Slated to open in early 2024, the 800-square-foot quick-service restaurant will offer the convenience of food fast...

CVG Adds Hot Sauce Vending Machine

CVG Adds Hot Sauce Vending Machine

The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) has partnered with Cincinnati-based Dude, Seriously, LLC, to offer a unique hot sauce vending machine at the airport. Located in Concourse A, the “Dude, Seriously Hot Sauce” vending machine features the...

Brooks Named VP, CFO at GSP

Brooks Named VP, CFO at GSP

The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District has named Thomas Brooks to the position of vice president and chief financial officer. As CFO, Brooks is responsible for developing and executing the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP) fiscal strategy, as well as...

Clear Channel Burberry Partner For JFK T4 Activation

Clear Channel Burberry Partner For JFK T4 Activation

Clear Channel Airports, Burberry and Coty have partnered with JFK International Air Terminal, LLC on a pop-up experiential retail activation. Travelers through John F. Kennedy International’s Terminal 4 can visit the temporary installation and test the Burberry...

CDA To Partner On College Course

CDA To Partner On College Course

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), operator of O’Hare International (ORD) and Midway International (MDW) airports, in partnering with City Colleges of Chicago for a free continuing education course called Chicago Department of Aviation Career Prep. Beginning in...

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AXN’s Directors Of The Year Share Aviation Journeys

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Retiring Directors Reflect On Careers

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New Generation Leadership Added To ACI-NA Board

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