Food & Beverage
OTG acquiring OHM, Areas winning major tender and SSP’s Vilnius expansion lead latest F&B newsletter
The latest fortnightly edition of The Moodie Davitt Report’s Airport Food & Beverage World LinkedIn newsletter is live, bringing together the most important global stories across the vibrant airport dining sector.
Philadelphia International Airport expands dining offer with Lafayette’s Creole Kitchen & Bar
The fast-casual concept marks the first airport venture for Puddin’ Founders Toyin Alli and Reginald Johnson, offering Southern and Creole favourites alongside a full-service bar.
Travel Retail Superstars Awards: Just over a month to go before entries close
Entries remain open until 16 November for the Travel Retail Superstars Awards, which recognise outstanding talent across the airport, airline, downtown and cruise sectors.
Zurich Airport commercial performance buoyed by strong airside sales growth in first nine months
Airside sales from January through September climbed by +7.8% year-on-year with landside sales down -3.6% against the backdrop of a major renovation programme.
Interview: Areas’ Patricio Ramos on global expansion and building the future of travel hospitality
Areas Chief Strategy & Development Officer Patricio Ramos addresses the strategic priorities for the fast-growing travel dining group in this interview.
Fast-food favourite Sibylla joins Stockholm Arlanda Airport’s Marketplace line-up
The new outlet will bolster the airport’s affordable dining offer as Swedavia continues to develop its flagship 11,000sq m retail and F&B space.
American Express to open major new Centurion Lounges at Newark Liberty and Heathrow airports
The investment will substantially increase lounge capacity at four major aviation hubs, with an enhanced focus on premium hospitality, destination-inspired design and elevated food & beverage experiences.
Wellington Airport brings a fresh taste to airside dining with Corona-themed bar
Operated by EVT, the Corona Sunset Lounge and Bar features natural light, 270-degree views of the runway and Lyall Bay, and a selection of drinks and snacks.
Groupe ADP and Carrefour strike agreement for ‘new generation’ of convenience food stores at Paris airports
The retailer’s stores will operate under the Carrefour City brand, with six at Paris CDG and three at Paris Orly, under a new eight-year agreement.
SSP Group reveals expected rise in full-year revenue and earnings per share in trading update
Full-year revenue is expected to hit £3.8 billion (US$5.03 billion), up +5% year-on-year, with earnings per share up around +18% despite the impact of war in the Middle East, says F&B powerhouse SSP in a trading update.
Hong Kong tenders, Moodie Davitt leadership transition and French industry study headline latest newsletter
Our latest digital newsletter delivers a sweeping round-up of the latest global travel retail industry news.
Dragonpass acquires iCoupon in major travel experience technology deal
The combination of Dragonpass’s 34 million-strong membership base and iCoupon’s extensive airline and airport retail network promises new opportunities for passenger engagement and commercial growth.
