John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)’s New Terminal One (NTO) has selected Plaza Premium Group (PPG) to open and operate two new lounges. The concepts, which are scheduled to open in 2026, include the 4,200-square-foot, pre-security Plaza Premium arrivals lounge, which will feature food and beverages, shower facilities and a business center; and the 9,300-square-foot, post-security Plaza Premium First lounge, open 24/7 and offering a curated à la carte menu, shower facilities, a business center as well as a lounge-within-a-lounge “Infinity Room” for first class and business travelers. Lounge customers will also have access to PPG’s ALLWAYS Meet & Assist service supporting customers from curb to gate.
“We are delighted to partner with Plaza Premium Group, a global innovator renowned for reimagining airport hospitality,” said NTO CEO Jennifer Aument. “Their lounge offerings align perfectly with our mission to create an unparalleled guest experience that is tailor made for international customers flying out of JFK, the nation’s largest global gateway.”
“We are proud to bring Plaza Premium Group’s experience to JFK’s New Terminal One, marking an important milestone for our presence in the U.S.,” added Pascal Belanger, PPG’s senior vice president for the Americas. “With Plaza Premium First, Plaza Premium Lounge, and our ALLWAYS Meet & Assist service, we can offer travelers a seamless, elevated experience from curb to gate, while creating spaces that cater to the needs of discerning passengers. This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to redefining airport hospitality and providing memorable experiences for every traveler who passes through this world-class gateway.”
