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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. 

ACI & World Economic Forum Launch Decarbonization Initiative

ACI & World Economic Forum Launch Decarbonization Initiative

Airports Council International-World (ACI-World) and the World Economic Forum jointly launched the Airports of Tomorrow initiative aimed at accelerating the decarbonization of the aviation industry. Airports of Tomorrow will bring public and private stakeholders...

MarketPlace PHL Adds SodaStream Professional

MarketPlace PHL Adds SodaStream Professional

SodaStream Professional, a fully-customizable carbonated beverage dispenser, has officially launched at Terminals D and E at Philadelphia International Airport. SodaStream Professional offers users water with a variety of unsweetened flavor, carbonation and...

Kirchhoff Joins luis vidal + architects

Kirchhoff Joins luis vidal + architects

Andrew Kirchhoff has been named luis vidal + architects’ principal & airports leader-North America, tasked with leading airport planning and design projects, and serving as client relationship executive. Prior to joining luis vidal + architects, Kirchhoff served...

PANYNJ Inks Deal For JFK Ground Transportation

PANYNJ Inks Deal For JFK Ground Transportation

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has signed a $1.24 billion contract to design and build John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)’s new streamlined roadways, ground transportation center and supporting infrastructure. The contract with...

Sambazon Opens At CLT

Sambazon Opens At CLT

Sambazon Açaí Bowls has opened in Concourse D at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The location is operated by HMSHost. Sambazon's quick-service Açaí Bowls target health-conscious travelers. The brand’s signature front counter displays an abundance of fresh...

Escape Lounge Opens At SYR

Escape Lounge Opens At SYR

CAVU has opened a 2,800-square-foot Escape Lounge at Syracuse Hancock International Airport The lounge is located on the 2nd-floor near Concourse A. The lounge offers unlimited, fresh, and locally sourced food options, and a full bar and coffee service. Other...

Research Firm Examines Summer Travel Surge

Research Firm Examines Summer Travel Surge

A summer surge of international travelers is underway, with Allianz Partners projecting a 55% increase in the number of Americans traveling to Europe, with Italian destinations at the top of the list of European destinations. Research firm Destination Analysts team...

MDW Announces Concessions Expansion

MDW Announces Concessions Expansion

Chicago’s Midway International Airport (MDW), with concessions developer Vantage Airport Group, is undergoing a series of concessions upgrades featuring a mix of new and existing brands with diverse ownership teams. The concessions expansion is part of the Midway...

Stantec Names Gulf Region Transportation Lead

Stantec Names Gulf Region Transportation Lead

Design and engineering firm Stantec has hired Paula Gartner to lead its transportation business in the Gulf Coast region. Gartner brings more than 30 years of engineering consulting experience to the role. She will be responsible for managing and growing Stantec’s...

HMSHost Opens Mauka Market at HNL

HMSHost Opens Mauka Market at HNL

HMSHost has opened its newest restaurant concept, Mauka Market, in the new concourse at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). The restaurant will provide passengers with Hawaiian inspired cuisine and homegrown retail products. The 92-seat Mauka Market - named...

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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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