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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. 

IAADFS Reelects Board Members

IAADFS Reelects Board Members

The International Association of Airport and Duty Free Stores (IAADFS) announced three board of directors members - Erasmo Orillac of Motta Internacional, Mark Mariani of 3Sixty Duty Free, and Enrique Urioste of Dufry - were reelected for additional terms. In...

FAT Begins Terminal Expansion

FAT Begins Terminal Expansion

Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) broke ground on a $147 million major terminal expansion project to meet the current and future air travel demands for the city of Fresno and California’s Central Valley. The terminal expansion will include a new concourse...

JFK New Terminal Partners With Korean Air

JFK New Terminal Partners With Korean Air

The New Terminal One, a consortium of labor, operating and financial partners building the new terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), announced a new partnership with Korean Air to provide passengers with a transformed premium in-terminal experience....

SAT Inks Deal For Gate Expansion Project

SAT Inks Deal For Gate Expansion Project

The San Antonio City Council approved an ordinance enabling San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to negotiate and execute a design-build services contract for a new ground load facility to support additional gates. The contract with Hensel Phelps Construction for...

CAC Supports Verified Traveler Program

CAC Supports Verified Traveler Program

The Canadian Airports Council (CAC) voice support for the Canadian government’s plan to roll out risk-based screening in Canada. Monette Pasher, CAC president, said the Verified Traveler Program, which relies on risk-based screening, is a major step forward that will...

TUL Launches First Visitor Pass Program

TUL Launches First Visitor Pass Program

Tulsa International Airport (TUL) has launched a new TUL Visitor Pass program, allowing the non-traveling public to secure a visitor pass that grants access to the post-security side of the terminal. Visitors can meet arriving passengers or simply enjoy the amenities...

Paradies Lagardère Opens Aletitude at AVL

Paradies Lagardère Opens Aletitude at AVL

Paradies Lagardère has opened a new food and beverage outlet, Aletitude, at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). The location includes a bar serving a selection of on-tap and bottled beer and wine, and also offers grab-and-go salads and sandwiches. Aletitude is located...

CAK Brings Bees to Airport

CAK Brings Bees to Airport

Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) launched a new initiative to introduce bees to the airfield as part of the airport's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability. In partnership with Hartville Honey Bee Farm, the airport will host 60 colonies of bees...

IND Earns Sensory Inclusive Certification

IND Earns Sensory Inclusive Certification

Indianapolis International Airport (IND) announced it is now a KultureCity certified venue because of its many features and efforts to be sensory inclusive to the traveling public. IND airport staff are trained to recognize airport guests with sensory needs as well as...

PS Plans Private Terminal For MIA

PS Plans Private Terminal For MIA

PS, the private luxury terminal service for commercial flights, said it will expand to Miami International Airport (MIA), where it will open the airport’s first private terminal in 2025. PS will convert PanAm’s former Miami headquarters at the airport to a private...

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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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