US. HDS & Partners has opened four stores at the new North Terminal in Detroit Metro International Airport.
HDS & Partners is a venture between HDS Retail North America and AP United, a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise based in Detroit, Michigan.
With the openings, Detroit Metro will be the first US airport to host the completely re-designed RELAY, the world’s leading news and gift brand. The North Terminal will also host the very first USA Today Travel Zone, a news & convenience concept themed around the leading newspaper, HDS & Partners said.
Each concept also features Caribou Coffee, the gourmet and espresso-based coffee concept that carries a food-to-go offering. Two stand-alone USA Today Travel Zone will round out the line up of stores.
HDS Retail President and CEO Gerry Savaria said: “The new North Terminal is a major enhancement for travellers and it will reinforce Detroit Metro’s position as one of the world’s most customer-friendly facilities. Our team worked very hard to stay true to the airport’s vision and we’re all looking forward to serving our new customers for the years ahead.”
AP United President Tanya Allen said: “In HDS Retail, we found a very experienced international retailer that appreciates the value of AP United. Opening a brand new terminal building is a once in a lifetime opportunity so we’re proud to be able to play a role on the occasion. My fellow Detroit citizens are very excited about the new North Terminal and, of course, our team at the airport is ready to serve them and welcome all visitors to our great city.”
About HDS Retail North America
HDS Retail North America operates a network of 300 stores including 100 airport locations in the US and Canada with concepts such as RELAY and Virgin Books & Music. HDS Retail is a fully-owned subsidiary of Lagardère Services, one of the world’s largest travel retailers with 1,400 stores with operations in 18 countries. Visit www.hdsrna.com.
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