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PHX Opens Expanded Gate Area
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) has opened a newly expanded gate area in the airport’s Terminal 3 south concourse. While awaiting their flights, passengers of regional/commuter airlines will utilize a fully refreshed hold room, with a larger seating...
Plaza Premium’s Bélanger Promoted To CDO
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has appointed Pascal Bélanger as chief development officer, reinforcing the group’s executive leadership as it advances its global growth and development strategy. Based in Singapore, Bélanger leads PPG’s global development agenda,...
CAK, OSU Partner On Local Food Initiative
Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) has partnered with The Ohio State University’s Northeast Ohio Ag Innovation Center to bring locally sourced products and experiences to airport guests. The wellness-focused initiative seeks to support local producers, enhance the traveler...
IATA Names New Director General
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has named Saadia Zahidi to the position of director general, effective November 1. She joins IATA from the World Economic Forum (WEF) where she is a managing director and member of the managing board. Willie Walsh,...
AA To Launch Lounges, Check-In Experience At DFW
American Airlines said it will launch a more premium customer experience at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The airline this week unveiled plans for a dedicated Flagship check-in experience and two new lounge spaces, including a lounge with a...
SAT Launches Two New Dining Concepts
Stakeholders from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and HMSHost (Avolta) gathered this week to celebrate the opening of two new outposts of beloved local brands. Located in Terminal B, the James Beard Foundation-recognized Bakery Lorraine offers travelers...
YYZ Selects Firms For Terminal Renovation
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) has selected NORR-DIALOG and PCL Construction to lead its $1.5 Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 Revitalization Program. NORR-DIALOG, a joint venture between two Ontario-incorporated firms, will manage planning, architecture,...
U.S. Travel Association Survey Reflects World Cup Pride
A new poll from the U.S. Travel Association reveals that a majority of Americans were happy to welcome international visitors for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. The survey, conducted by Morning Consult and polling over 2,000 Americans, revealed that 81% of...
Cava Comes To BOS
Stakeholders from Cava, Massport, Marketplace Logan and Paradies Lagardère gathered recently to celebrate the opening of a new location at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Located in Terminal B, the airport outpost of the popular Mediterranean fast-casual...
Avolta Opens CHANEL At YYZ
Avolta recently celebrated the opening of a Chanel fragrance and beauty boutique at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Located in Terminal 1, the store offers travelers the fashion house’s signature skincare, makeup, perfumes and eyewear. “At Toronto...
Airport Dimensions Launches DFW Chase Sapphire Lounge
Airport Dimensions has opened a new Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Located near Gate 25, the 18,000-square-foot lounge features Dallas-focused design touches, including original murals by Dallas artist Kyle Bunting,...
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SSP America Opens Hunt & Fish Club At JFKIAT
SSP America has opened an outpost of a well-known New York City steakhouse at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)’s Terminal 4. Hunt & Fish Club offers travelers an all-day menu of the restaurant’s signature dishes, including classic cuts of beef, seafood...
Latrelle’s Opens Two SEA Concepts
LaTrelle’s Management Corporation has opened two new dining concepts at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Travelers passing through SEA can now enjoy fare from popular national brand Buffalo Wild Wings as well as beverages from Washington-based specialty...
Fraport USA Hosts CLE Summer Marketplace
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) concessions partner Fraport USA recently hosted a summer marketplace in the airport’s food court. The event featured booths from eight Cleveland-based vendors offering local products as well as live music. “Events...
CI’s Bites & Beats Offers Unique In-Terminal Experience
Bites & Beats Sound Lounge, a temporary kiosk in Terminal E of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is inspiring passengers to flex their music chops on the fly. The kiosk, added earlier this year to boost passenger engagement opportunities...
SSP Canada Opens Lucky Lily At YVR
SSP Canada has opened Lucky Lily Asian Brasserie, a new chef-driven dining concept created in collaboration with celebrated Canadian chef Nicole Gomes, in Vancouver International Airport (YVR)’s Domestic Terminal. The new concept brings bold Asian flavors, modern...
Evolvending Launches At DAY
Evolvending has partnered with Tailwind Hospitality, Inc., to open new fresh food vending at Dayton International Airport (DAY). Brands now available through Evolvending’s automated dining solutions include national brands California Pizza Kitchen, White Castle and...
BOS Extends Remote Terminal Pilot
After two months of testing, the Massachusetts Port Authority has extended the pilot program operating the Logan Airport Remote Terminal at Framingham. Massport announced this week that the program will extend to March 2027. This week also marked the 10,000th...
Johnston & Murphy Opens New Locations
Johnston & Murphy announced the recent openings of two new locations. In July, Johnston & Murphy opened in Concourse T at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). “The ongoing success of the brand's airport business as a whole and the strong...
PHX Opens Expanded Gate Area
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) has opened a newly expanded gate area in the airport’s Terminal 3 south concourse. While awaiting their flights, passengers of regional/commuter airlines will utilize a fully refreshed hold room, with a larger seating...
Plaza Premium’s Bélanger Promoted To CDO
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) has appointed Pascal Bélanger as chief development officer, reinforcing the group’s executive leadership as it advances its global growth and development strategy. Based in Singapore, Bélanger leads PPG’s global development agenda,...
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