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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

OTG Expands F&B Options at MSP

OTG Expands F&B Options at MSP

OTG has opened four new concepts at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Among the new offerings is Poppy's Bagels & Custom Burger in Terminal 1, Concourse G, which provides freshly baked New York-style bagels during breakfast hours and a selection of...

ABQ Releases RFP for Concessions Overhaul

ABQ Releases RFP for Concessions Overhaul

The Albuquerque International Sunport has published a request for proposals (RFP) for its food and beverage concessions program as part of its “Dream of Flight” terminal renovation and concessions redevelopment initiative. ABQ said it plans to release the RFP for the...

TUL Join Blue Lightning Initiative

TUL Join Blue Lightning Initiative

Tulsa International Airport has partnered with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by joining the Blue Lightning Initiative (BLI) to combat human trafficking. The Blue Lightning Initiative provides awareness training, designed specifically for aviation...

PBI Begins Concourse B Expansion

PBI Begins Concourse B Expansion

Palm Beach International (PBI) announced the start of a multi-million-dollar expansion of Concourse B as a key part of an on-going phased modernization program for the airport. The overhaul of Concourse B will include new terrazzo flooring and carpeting; expanded...

Phoenix Sues Tempe Over Flight Path Issues

Phoenix Sues Tempe Over Flight Path Issues

The Phoenix Aviation Department, operator of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX),is suing the nearby city of Tempe over moves to enable residential development under flight paths for the airport. The formal complaint, filed Maricopa County Superior Court,...

CAC Encouraged by Funding in Federal Budget

CAC Encouraged by Funding in Federal Budget

The Canadian Airports Council (CAC) this week voiced support for the increased funding for Canadian airports in the 2023 Canadian federal budget. The federal government has earmarked an extra C$1.8 billion (US$1.3 billion) over the next five years for the Canadian Air...

MCI Director Klein Announces Retirement

MCI Director Klein Announces Retirement

Kansas City Aviation Director Patrick Klein has announced his retirement, coming on the heels of the completion of the new terminal at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) earlier this year. Klein has served as the city’s director of aviation since 2016, after...

PHL Names Workforce Development Director

PHL Names Workforce Development Director

The City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation, operator of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) has named Chevelle Harrison as its new director of workforce development. Harrison will be responsible for leading the...

Areas Appoints COO

Areas Appoints COO

Areas USA has appointed former Aramark executive Clint Westbrook as chief operating officer. In this role, Clint will be responsible for driving the efficiencies of Areas’ business operations, developing and executing revenue growth strategies, and elevating team...

PF Chang’s Added At DCA

PF Chang’s Added At DCA

Marketplace Development and Master ConcessionAir have opened a P.F. Chang’s location in Concourse E at Reagan National Airport (DCA). The 5,800-square-foot PF Chang’s offers a menu featuring made-from-scratch dishes such as Chang’s Spicy Chicken, Mongolian Beef and...

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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

2024 Leadership Issue

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