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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

EYW Begins Concourse A Expansion

EYW Begins Concourse A Expansion

Key West International Airport (EYW) has embarked on a $100 million terminal expansion designed to improve the airport’s level of service and operational flexibility. The design for the new building calls for clear story windows on the south side, bringing the outside...

LAX Opens Terminal 4.5 Core

LAX Opens Terminal 4.5 Core

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has opened the Terminal 4.5 Core, the first major component of a $1.62 billion project to upgrade Terminals 4 and 5 at the airport. The Terminal 4.5 Core provides direct connectivity to the Terminal 5 baggage claim and check-in...

SEA Expands Spot Saver Program

SEA Expands Spot Saver Program

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is expanding the service hours of its Spot Saver TSA security check-in option until 10 p.m. nightly to reflect growing demand for the popular amenity. Originally piloted at SEA in 2021, Spot Saver virtual queuing allows...

Timber Pizza Opens At DCA

Timber Pizza Opens At DCA

Jackmont Hospitality and BMG Baldi Management Group, have partnered with MarketPlace Development to open Timber Pizza Co. at Washington Regan National Airport. Located on American Airlines Terminal E, Timber Pizza is open daily and serves artisanal pizzas, empanadas,...

HMSHost Opens BurgerFi At JAX

HMSHost Opens BurgerFi At JAX

HMSHost, ABCDE partner Lee Wesley Group, and fast-casual burger brand BurgerFi have opened a new location at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Located in Concourse A, BurgerFi offer travelers “next-level” burgers made with fresh ingredients from top suppliers...

Mazza Promoted At OTG

Mazza Promoted At OTG

OTG Management has promoted Natalie Mazza to the position of chief product officer, responsible for product development, strategic business planning and team leadership, with a strong emphasis on creating solutions with technology. Mazza joined OTG nine years ago and...

Two New F&B Locations Open At BWI

Two New F&B Locations Open At BWI

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and Fraport Maryland announced the addition of two new brands with ACDBE-ownership to the airport dining options with Rita’s Italian Ice and Brother’s BBQ Pitstop. Rita’s Italian Ice started in 1984...

Waymo Launches Autonomous Vehicle Service At PHX

Waymo Launches Autonomous Vehicle Service At PHX

Autonomous vehicle provider Waymo has launched a new service that allows travelers to take autonomous rides between the airport and downtown. Waymo is offering Trusted Tester participants the ability to try the ride with an autonomous specialist in the vehicle....

Gameway Unveils Ultra At LAX

Gameway Unveils Ultra At LAX

Gameway, the premiere airport video gaming lounge, recently unveiled its new flagship Gameway Ultra location at the newly completed Delta Sky Way Terminal 3 at LAX. The sleek new store showcases a redesigned, immersive, trend-setting look, and expands Gameway’s luxury...

Slot Concession Hits $1B At LAS

Slot Concession Hits $1B At LAS

Michael Gaughan’s Airport Slot Concession, which has been operating for 36 years at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), this year celebrates the milestone of having generated one billion dollars in revenue over the lifetime of the airport contract. In recent...

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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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