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Murray Departs SSP America; Mboya Named Interim CEO

Pat Murray has taken the decision to leave SSP America to pursue a freelance career in the aviation sector, the company confirmed in a media statement today. “Having worked at SSP America for almost 20 years and most recently as CEO for the region, [Murray] has come...

MWAA Announces New Concessions

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) has announced plans to open 11 new concessions at both Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) over the next year. The new dining and retail concepts,...

SAT Presents New Concessions And Parking To City Council

Leaders from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) presented a swath of new concessions as well as a new parking structure and Ground Transportation Center at its latest briefing with the San Antonio City Council. San Antonio Airport System (SAAS) director of...

GSP Names New CEO

The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission has named current executive vice president Kevin E. Howell as its next president and CEO of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District. Howell will begin his role on January 10, 2026 and will be responsible for operations...

DFW Announces 20 New Concessions

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has announced 20 new dining and retail concepts set to open across its terminals over the next several years. The DFW board of directors has approved the first 24-hour Chick-fil-A (operating Monday through Saturday) in the...

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IAD Unveils Two New Restaurants

IAD Unveils Two New Restaurants

Airport leaders and concessions partners gathered recently to celebrate the opening of two new restaurants with local roots at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). New concepts include Rappahannock Oyster Bar, a 2,349-square-foot restaurant at Gate B37 from...

ACI World Report Reveals Gap Between Traffic and Revenue

ACI World Report Reveals Gap Between Traffic and Revenue

Airports Council International (ACI) World’s latest industry economic report has revealed a gap between airport traffic growth and revenue performance. In an analysis from fiscal year 2023 surveying over 1,060 airports worldwide, ACI World data showed that while...

JFK NTO Announces New RFPs

JFK NTO Announces New RFPs

The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has released two new Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for Guest Experience Serves and Passengers Requiring Assistance (PRA) services. The Guest Experience Provider RFP seeks a partner to work with...

PDX Opens Speakeasy

PDX Opens Speakeasy

Travelers passing through Portland International Airport (PDX) have a new hangout spot to enjoy — if they know where to look. The Pacific Northwest airport has opened its first speakeasy, a celestial-inspired bar called Aurora hidden within and operated by the Loyal...

Consolidated Cargo Handling Center Opens At JFK

Consolidated Cargo Handling Center Opens At JFK

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), global transportation investment manager Realterm and air cargo logistics provider Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) recently celebrated the opening of a new, state-of-the-art consolidated cargo handling center at...

DFW Approves Four New Concessions

DFW Approves Four New Concessions

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has approved four new concessions scheduled to open throughout 2026. The new concepts include Portillos, an outpost of the Chicago-based beef sandwich, burger and hot dog brand slated to open at Terminal B-19 and be...

LAS Appoints Chung New Airport Manager

LAS Appoints Chung New Airport Manager

The Clark County Department of Aviation has selected Eric Chung as its next airport manager, responsible for airport experience and quality assurance at Harry Reid Las Vegas International Airport (LAS). Chung, who began his new position March 31, will lead...

PVU Breaks Ground On Expansion

PVU Breaks Ground On Expansion

State, city and airport officials gathered this week to celebrate the groundbreaking of  Provo Airport (PVU)’s latest expansion project. PVU, which saw nearly 900,000 passengers in 2024, will expand from four to ten gates, with new gates expected to open in late...

Payne Named Acting Commissioner For CDA

Payne Named Acting Commissioner For CDA

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has named Tracey Payne as acting commissioner for the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA). She replaces Jamie Rhee, who announced her retirement in February and officially left the CDA earlier this week.  Prior to her appointment as...

Carr Joins Biz Dev Team At CLE

Carr Joins Biz Dev Team At CLE

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) has named Scott Carr as its new assistant director of business development and revenue. Carr is returning to his hometown to oversee commercial operations and revenue generation at CLE.  Carr’s areas of focus include air...

PHX Begins Construction On North 2 Concourse

PHX Begins Construction On North 2 Concourse

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) has begun construction on its $326-million Terminal 3 North 2 Concourse project. The new concourse, which is being designed by HOK in collaboration with DFDG Architecture and built by McCarthy Building Companies Inc.,...

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PIE Opens New Bar And Gallery

PIE Opens New Bar And Gallery

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) has opened two new post-security concepts: Liquid Provisions, a full bar offering specialty cocktails and mocktails as well as breakfast and sandwich options operated by SSP America; and Sightline Gallery, a new...

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PIT Expands Solar Field

PIT Expands Solar Field

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), Duquesne Light Company (DLC) and IMG Energy Solutions, a Liberty Energy company, have announced an expansion of the airport’s solar field, adding 11,216 high-efficiency solar panels to the existing solar field. The expansion,...

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IAD Unveils Two New Restaurants

IAD Unveils Two New Restaurants

Airport leaders and concessions partners gathered recently to celebrate the opening of two new restaurants with local roots at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). New concepts include Rappahannock Oyster Bar, a 2,349-square-foot restaurant at Gate B37 from...

read more
JFK NTO Announces New RFPs

JFK NTO Announces New RFPs

The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has released two new Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for Guest Experience Serves and Passengers Requiring Assistance (PRA) services. The Guest Experience Provider RFP seeks a partner to work with...

read more
PDX Opens Speakeasy

PDX Opens Speakeasy

Travelers passing through Portland International Airport (PDX) have a new hangout spot to enjoy — if they know where to look. The Pacific Northwest airport has opened its first speakeasy, a celestial-inspired bar called Aurora hidden within and operated by the Loyal...

read more
DFW Approves Four New Concessions

DFW Approves Four New Concessions

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has approved four new concessions scheduled to open throughout 2026. The new concepts include Portillos, an outpost of the Chicago-based beef sandwich, burger and hot dog brand slated to open at Terminal B-19 and be...

read more
LAS Appoints Chung New Airport Manager

LAS Appoints Chung New Airport Manager

The Clark County Department of Aviation has selected Eric Chung as its next airport manager, responsible for airport experience and quality assurance at Harry Reid Las Vegas International Airport (LAS). Chung, who began his new position March 31, will lead...

read more
PVU Breaks Ground On Expansion

PVU Breaks Ground On Expansion

State, city and airport officials gathered this week to celebrate the groundbreaking of  Provo Airport (PVU)’s latest expansion project. PVU, which saw nearly 900,000 passengers in 2024, will expand from four to ten gates, with new gates expected to open in late...

read more

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