Hudson (Avolta) has won a new contract at Des Moines International Airport (DSM). Under the eight-year agreement, Hudson will develop River & Grand By Hudson, a locally focused boutique offering fresh food, snacks, travel essentials, and products from local artisans and brands including RAYGUN, Bozz Prints, BLK & Bold, Clear Creek Orchard, Ironwood Candle Co. and Brown Dogs Farm. The store will also stock apparel showcasing Des Moines native and WNBA star Caitlin Clark and the film “Field of Dreams.”
Complementing these local offerings, the retail mix will feature an expansive selection of fresh food options, better-for-you snacks, essential travel necessities, and premium electronics from Apple, Beats, Bose and Sony.
“Des Moines International Airport has been a meaningful part of Hudson’s story for more than a decade, and we’re proud to build on that relationship as DSM enters this new phase,” said Steve Johnson, North American president and CEO at Avolta. “We designed River & Grand to enhance the journey through DSM’s new terminal, giving travelers a tangible connection to the region and supporting the makers, brands, and entrepreneurs who define it.”
“As we build the future of travel at DSM, we’re proud to continue our partnership with Hudson to create a retail experience that’s distinctly Iowa,” added Brian Mulcahy, CEO of the Des Moines Airport Authority. “When our new terminal opens in January 2027, travelers will discover a marketplace filled with local products, artisan goods, and Iowa-inspired gifts that celebrate our state’s culture while supporting the businesses and communities that rely on DSM every day.”
