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News•Feb 27, 2026
Industry Excellence Honored At AX Awards Gala
The Airport Experience (AX) Awards Gala celebrated top performers in airport concessions, hospitality, and property management, drawing more than 450 North American executives. The ceremony recognized excellence across nearly 40 categories, including best passenger service, sustainability initiatives, and DE&I leadership. Notable winners were Nashville International Airport for program design and overall concessions, Rogers Xfinity for passenger service, and Paradies Lagardère as the overall retailer and restaurateur. The event also highlighted the 2025 Airport Directors of the Year and honored former Concessions International CEO Donata Russell Ross with the AX Icon award.
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News•Feb 27, 2026
OTG Announces Leadership Changes
On The Go (OTG) announced Matt King as its new chief executive officer, replacing Jeff Yablun who moves to a senior‑advisor role. King brings over 30 years of multi‑unit foodservice, hospitality and airport‑concession experience, most recently as president of Elior...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
ORF Appoints Humphrey As Senior Manager Of Airside Operations
Norfolk International Airport (ORF) has named Jerald Humphrey senior manager of airside operations. Humphrey brings more than two decades of United States Navy experience, most recently as air operations officer at Naval Air Station Oceana. He highlighted the airport’s growth,...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
MIA Extends Hudson, HMSHost Contracts
Miami International Airport has secured 12‑year extensions with concessionaires Hudson and HMSHost, allowing them to continue operating existing venues and launch new concepts across the North, Central and South terminals. The extensions are part of the airport’s $9 billion Modernization in...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
Avolta Launches Health-Conscious Concessions Line
Avolta has launched its health‑focused "Eat Well. Travel Further." concession line at Chicago O’Hare, with Los Angeles International and Phoenix Sky Harbor slated for later rollout. The collection offers high‑protein, plant‑based, macro‑balanced items free from artificial flavors, synthetic colors, high‑fructose...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
JWA Opens Three New Concessions
John Wayne Airport announced the launch of three new concessions: a Dunkin’ coffee shop operated by HMSHost, the Harbor Exchange boutique run by Paradies Lagardère, and a Brookstone electronics and travel‑retail outlet managed by Hudson. The additions broaden the airport’s food‑and‑beverage...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
PHL Opens PrimoHoagies
Philadelphia International Airport has added a PrimoHoagies cafe, bringing the South Philly sandwich staple to travelers. The outlet is part of the airport’s “Founded in Philly” initiative and is run through a partnership between The Grove Inc., ACDBE partner M2 Concepts,...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
SSP Canada Opens Two Eateries At YLW
SSP Canada has opened two new dining concepts at Kelowna International Airport (YLW): Vintners Exchange Gastrobar, featuring Okanagan wines curated with sommelier Bram Bolwijn, and Ellison Field Taphouse Kitchen & Bar, a BC Ale Trail‑partnered craft‑beer venue. The launches were...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
LGA Opens Capital One Lounge
LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B unveiled a new 12,500‑square‑foot Capital One Landing lounge, developed with José Andrés Group. The lounge showcases floor‑to‑ceiling windows, a 30‑foot hand‑painted mural by Amrita Marino, and a Spanish‑inspired menu featuring tapas, wines, local beers, and premium coffee....
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News•Feb 18, 2026
ALM Services Wins Contracts At ORD, BWI
ALM Services, a specialist in airport logistics, has secured two new contracts: a Loading Dock Management agreement for Terminal 5 at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and a Central Receiving and Distribution Center (CRDC) services contract at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall...
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News•Feb 17, 2026
SLC Launches Luggage Delivery Service
Salt Lake City International Airport has introduced Bringit, a smart luggage delivery platform that lets travelers postpone baggage claim and drop‑off. The service aims to eliminate the gap between hotel check‑in and check‑out, allowing passengers to head directly to meetings...
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News•Feb 17, 2026
YYZ Expands Contract With HMSHost
Toronto Pearson (YYZ) has broadened its long‑standing partnership with HMSHost, adding six new Canadian‑focused food concepts—including Mary Brown’s Chicken, OEB Kitchen + Bar, Li, Libretto Slice Shop, Kinton Ramen, and Community by Roger Mooking—and upgrading existing venues such as Starbucks,...
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News•Feb 13, 2026
ABQ Opens Six Retail Concepts
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) unveiled six new retail concepts operated by WHSmith North America in partnership with local entrepreneurs. The lineup includes Los Poblanos farm goods, Museum of New Mexico Foundation shops, Mountain Standard Time boutique, Duke City Station vendor...
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News•Feb 13, 2026
ATL Launches Duff’s Deli
Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has opened Duff’s Deli + Market in Concourse C, bringing a New York‑style deli experience to the terminal. The concept, created by Food Network star Chef Duff Goldman, offers reimagined classics such as pastrami sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and...
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News•Feb 13, 2026
Bobby’s Burgers To Open At MCO
Bobby’s Burgers, the Bobby Flay‑backed fast‑casual chain, will debut at Orlando International Airport (MCO), marking its first Florida location. The outlet will be developed and operated with OTG Management, offering signature items such as the Crunchburger, a veggie burger, fries,...
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Deals•Feb 13, 2026
United Concessions Group Acquires Four Dining Concepts at Cleveland Hopkins Airport
Cleveland-based United Concessions Group (UCG) announced the acquisition of four airport dining concepts – Shake Shack, Petit Gourmet, Cantina Taqueria & Tequila Bar, and 800° Woodfired Kitchen – from previous operator MERA at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. The deal expands...
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