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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. 

OAK Appoints Simon As Interim Director

OAK Appoints Simon As Interim Director

The Oakland Board of Port Commissioners has confirmed the appointment of Craig Simon as its interim director of aviation overseeing Oakland International Airport (OAK). Simon took over the OAK reins from Bryant Francis, who served in the position for seven years, and...

Fraport Adds Vending At CLE

Fraport Adds Vending At CLE

Fraport USA has commenced two vending partnerships for locations at Cleveland International Airport. The developer has partnered with Farmer’s Fridge, which vends fresh, healthy, ready-to-eat meals, for four locations: Gate A8, Gate B1, Gate C3 and Gate C17/ A...

SFO Adds Tele-Medicine Option

SFO Adds Tele-Medicine Option

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) unveiled a new program that lets airport workers and travelers book virtual medical visits with credentialed health providers. After the employees and/or passengers book the appointment through gohealthuc.com/dignity, the...

Clear Channel Airports Signs AUS Deal

Clear Channel Airports Signs AUS Deal

Clear Channel Outdoor, Airports Division said it has signed a new long-term 10-year contract with Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The award continues the relationship between AUS and Clear Channel Outdoor, Airports Division, who have partnered for 13...

RNO Continues Terminal Upgrade

RNO Continues Terminal Upgrade

The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) is launching the next phase of construction at Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO), furthering the ticketing hall expansion as well as improving the arrivals and departures curbside experience for travelers. Both projects are...

DCA, IAD Add Sunflower Lanyards

DCA, IAD Add Sunflower Lanyards

The Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority (MWAA) said it will now provide sunflower lanyards for travelers with hidden disabilities or those that need additional assistance while navigating Reagan National (DCA) and Dulles International (IAD) airports. Anyone who...

ATL, DFW, DEN Lead Global Airport Rankings

ATL, DFW, DEN Lead Global Airport Rankings

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL), Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW), and Denver International (DEN) airports topped the Airports Council International (ACI) list of world’s busiest airport for passenger traffic, as the organization touted the strong...

Hudson Opens House of LR&C At DEN

Hudson Opens House of LR&C At DEN

Hudson has opened The House of LR&C,  the fashion house of Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson and Grammy winning singer-songwriter Ciara. The opening, at Denver International Airport (DEN), marks the brand’s first airport retail location. Located in Concourse C,...

XWELL Launches Rewards Program

XWELL Launches Rewards Program

Airport health and wellness brand XWELL has launched XWELL Rewards, a program that provides points for travelers for using its XpresSpa and Treat services and products while in airports. In addition to earning points for enrolling and on their birthday, XWELL Rewards...

Board Approves MIA Modernization Plan

Board Approves MIA Modernization Plan

The Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners has approved a new contract to modernize 372 aged elevators, escalators, and moving walkways at Miami International Airport (MIA). The new contract will rapidly accelerate the Modernization in Action (MIA) Plan which...

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AXN’s Directors Of The Year Share Aviation Journeys

2024 Leadership Issue

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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