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Yablun Named CEO Of OTG

OTG Concessions Management announced that Jeff Yablun will be its new chief executive officer (CEO), tasked with leveraging his expertise in airport hospitality management, strategic planning, and market expansion to drive the company’s vision forward.   Yablun brings...

SSP America Awarded GEG Contract

SSP America has been awarded a 10-year contract to lease, develop and manage the Spokane International Airports (GEG) restaurant and retail program.  The contract calls for SSP America to oversee the operation of nearly six retail locations and be responsible for...

New Concessions In Works For IAD, DCA

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) said that 15 new concessions will begin the construction process at Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Dulles International Airport (IAD) in 2024.   DCA will see a new LEGO store, showcasing activity sets, bricks,...

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Team Named To Develop Art, Signage For JFK NTO

Team Named To Develop Art, Signage For JFK NTO

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) and Arup today announced the team that will deliver the art, branding, and digital experience program for The New Terminal One (NTO) at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).  The Arup-led team is tasked...

LAWA Makes Key Appointments

LAWA Makes Key Appointments

Los Angeles World Airports’ (LAWA), which oversees Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), announced three new appointments. Marla Bleavins has been named chief airport administrative officer, while Robert Lowe is chief people and culture officer, and Becca Doten is...

WH Smith NA Opens Three Stores At YYC

WH Smith NA Opens Three Stores At YYC

WH Smith North America has opened three retail locations at Calgary International Airport (YYC): Elbow River Exchange, Frontier Provisions and InMotion.   Elbow River Exchange is a tribute to the significant role of the Elbow River and the Indigenous heritage in the...

YVR, BC Province Partner On Sustainability Effort

YVR, BC Province Partner On Sustainability Effort

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has partnered with the British Columbia government in an effort aimed at fighting pollution in the aviation sector, growing investment and supporting clean, sustainable jobs and business opportunities for people in British...

FAA Awards $110M To 70 U.S. Airports

FAA Awards $110M To 70 U.S. Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding another $110 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to more than 70 airports across the U.S. for projects that increase safety and expand capacity.   The $110 million includes 74 grants to airports in 32...

STL Adds Self-Serve Pizza Kiosk

STL Adds Self-Serve Pizza Kiosk

St. Louis Lambert International Airport’s (STL) Terminal 2 (T2) has added Crushed Red Buy & Fly, a self-serve, grab-and-go café that features a selection of Crushed Red’s Urban Crafted Salads and Folded Flats, and a self-serve pizza kiosk.  Located in STL Terminal...

IAH United Get City Funding Toward Terminal B Expansion

IAH United Get City Funding Toward Terminal B Expansion

The Houston City Council voted to approve an ordinance to allocate $150 million from the city’s airport construction fund as part of a Memorandum of Agreement with United Airlines on the expansion of Terminal B at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).  United...

LIT Director Malinowski Passes

LIT Director Malinowski Passes

Bryan Malinowski, executive director of Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, has passed away, announced Bill Walker, chair of the Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission:  "With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our executive director Bryan Malinowski,”...

Woodward Appointed COO For HAS

Woodward Appointed COO For HAS

Houston Airport System, which operates George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and William Hobby Airport (HOU), has named Kelly Woodward as its new chief operating officer (COO), responsible for executing the strategic initiatives of Houston Airports, enhancing efficiency...

HMSHost Opens Summit House at YYC

HMSHost Opens Summit House at YYC

HMSHost has opened Summit House, which features craft beers from popular local brewery Banded Peak Brewing, at Calgary International Airport (YYC).   Located near B Gates, Summit House offers guests an authentic taste of Calgary with appetizers like pork dry ribs and...

LEX Adds Sunshine Lanyard Program

LEX Adds Sunshine Lanyard Program

Lexington, KY’s Blue Grass Airport (LEX) has become the latest U.S. airport to roll-out the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, so travelers can signal to workers they have a non-visible disability or condition and may need a helping hand with the travel process. ...


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LAWA Makes Key Appointments

LAWA Makes Key Appointments

Los Angeles World Airports’ (LAWA), which oversees Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), announced three new appointments. Marla Bleavins has been named chief airport administrative officer, while Robert Lowe is chief people and culture officer, and Becca Doten is...

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WH Smith NA Opens Three Stores At YYC

WH Smith NA Opens Three Stores At YYC

WH Smith North America has opened three retail locations at Calgary International Airport (YYC): Elbow River Exchange, Frontier Provisions and InMotion.   Elbow River Exchange is a tribute to the significant role of the Elbow River and the Indigenous heritage in the...

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