AIRPORT HOSPITALITY WORLD ROUND-UP
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12 July
USA. American Airlines has expanded its airport lounge portfolio with the opening of a Provisions by Admirals Club concept at New York John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport.
Located in Terminal 8 between gates 12 and 14, the 3,700sq ft facility offers premium food & beverage options in a space designed to maximise speed, passenger flow and convenience.
The JFK opening represents the evolution of the Provisions by Admirals Club concept, which debuted at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in 2025.
Inspired by New York City’s character, the lounge combines locally influenced design with an open, streamlined layout aimed at supporting passengers with tight connections or limited dwell time.
A key feature is American Airlines’ first dedicated barista bar, serving made-to-order Lavazza coffee and speciality beverages.
The facility also includes self-service grab-and-go drinks, prepared hot and cold meals, snacks and vegetarian options available throughout the day.
INDIA. Encalm Hospitality has opened an International Lounge at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad.
Located in the airport’s International Departures area, the facility has been designed to offer travellers a premium pre-flight experience, combining contemporary interiors with enhanced comfort, hospitality and passenger amenities.
Designed by Trident Design, the new lounge forms part of Encalm’s strategy to develop an integrated airport hospitality ecosystem, delivering premium experiences across multiple passenger touchpoints while responding to evolving traveller expectations.
AUSTRALIA. Qantas has opened its refurbished lounge at Devonport Airport, enhancing the pre-flight experience for passengers travelling through Tasmanias North West.
The upgraded lounge features a redesigned interior inspired by the region’s natural landscapes, with new furnishings, enhanced seating, updated flooring and finishes, and additional charging points to improve passenger comfort and convenience.
The refurbishment complements airport operator TasPorts’ long-term investment programme under the 15-year Devonport Airport Master Plan, which focuses on improving safety, operational resilience, passenger amenities and the overall customer experience across the airport precinct.
USA. CAVU’s Escape Lounges is set to expand its US network with the opening of a pay-per-visit lounge at Philadelphia International Airport later this year.
Located in Terminal D, the 1,500sq ft facility will accommodate up to 50 guests and offer a full-service bar, complimentary food and beverages, wifi, charging stations and live flight information.
The lounge will be managed by Fort Worth hospitality company Gideon Toal Management Services, marking the minority-owned operator’s 15th airport lounge.
Escape Lounges currently operates 30 locations across the USA, UK and Australia, including 20 US airports, with a further opening planned at Omaha Eppley Airfield.
The new facility will strengthen Philadelphia International Airport’s premium lounge offering, joining existing facilities operated by American Express, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and Chase.
10 July
KENYA. Bosphorus Company Limited has expanded its airport hospitality offering in Kenya with the opening of the Bosphorus Lounge Kahve Deli at Moi International Airport Terminal 2, marking the first premium lounge dedicated to domestic travellers at the hub.
The new facility was officially inaugurated by Kenya Airports Authority Managing Director Moses Wekesa and Bosphorus Company Limited Director Cemmal Yavuz Ulman.
Inspired by Swahili design, the lounge combines coastal-themed interiors with contemporary amenities and an enhanced food & beverage offering, providing domestic passengers with a premium pre-flight experience.
Welcoming the investment, Wekesa said: “The opening of the Bosphorus Lounge Kahve Deli is a testament to the value of strong partnerships between Kenya Airports Authority and the private sector.
“Investments such as this enhance the passenger experience while supporting our vision of developing modern, customer-centric airports that serve the needs of today’s traveller.”
The new lounge complements the Bosphorus International Lounge in Terminal 1, making Bosphorus the only lounge operator at Moi International Airport serving both domestic and international passengers.
7 July
UK. Air France has opened its first branded lounge in Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.
Designed by the airline in collaboration with agency MARKS Brandimage, the 750sq m lounge has 150 seats and represents the first dedicated Air France lounge at Heathrow.
Full story and more images here.
5 July
UAE. Emirates has launched a new premium lounge concept as part of a wider investment to create a more seamless premium customer journey across its airport, onboard and inflight service touchpoints.
The first next-generation lounges have opened in Frankfurt and Munich airports, with Manchester scheduled to follow in July, Mauritius in August and Istanbul in October.
Emirates said the concept will serve as the blueprint for future lounge refurbishments across its global network, with more than AED50 million (US$13.6 million) invested in each upgraded facility.
Designed to reflect the airline’s latest First and Business Class cabin interiors, the lounges feature refreshed architecture, herringbone flooring, marble and gold finishes, integrated lighting and Emirates’ signature backlit Ghaf Tree motif.
More than 50 design enhancements have been introduced across work, dining, relaxation and social spaces.
The upgraded food & beverage offer includes chef-led live cooking stations serving freshly prepared dishes alongside rotating buffet selections and locally inspired cuisine.
New bakery ovens will produce fresh pizzas, flatbreads and manakeesh, while barista-crafted coffees and teas and handcrafted cocktails and mocktails will also feature.
Other enhancements include upgraded shower suites with VOYA amenities, dedicated quiet zones, improved workspaces with wireless charging at every seat, a breastfeeding room and a prayer room with ablution facilities and Qibla orientation.
4 July
MEXICO. Global Lounge Network has expanded its airport hospitality portfolio with the opening of the Harmony Lounge at Benito Juárez International Airport in Mexico City.
Located airside in Terminal 2, the new premium lounge is available to both domestic and international travellers, offering a contemporary pre-flight environment designed for relaxation, dining and productivity.
The facility features a buffet with hot and cold food, premium coffee and espresso, complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, high-speed wifi, flat-screen televisions and a range of flexible seating options.
The lounge is designed with modern interiors incorporating wood finishes and contemporary décor. ✈
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