North America
SSP America to blend international brands and local flavours in Orlando Airport expansion
BrewDog, Jam-Eng and Zaza Cuban Café & Bar are set to open in the airport’s North Terminal Complex before the end of 2026, broadening the all-day dining offer for travellers.
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.
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.
Michael Kors spotlights Fall 2026 campaign with Moodie Davitt makeover for World Handbag Day
Michael Kors is marking World Handbag Day with a Moodie Davitt Report takeover, spotlighting its Fall 2026 campaign and new interpretations of the Bryant, Nolita and Hamilton Moderne handbag families.
Maker’s Mark branches out with exclusive World Wood Collection Avolta pre-launch
Three continents of oak meet in Maker’s Mark World Wood Expedition 01, a travel retail-exclusive (TREX) expression debuting with Avolta ahead of a wider roll-out in 2027.
Avolta captures 20-year duty-free contract at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Under the new agreement Hudson will develop duty-free stores across A, N and S concourses as the company extends its existing footprint at the US west-coast airport.
Falic Group outlines Middle East retail and F&B ambitions and plans luxury expansion at US airports
Falic Group President Leon Falic says the company plans to expand its luxury store portfolio at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and reveals plans to begin food & beverage operations at the location.
Evolvending and Canteen land major automated food service contract at Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport
Nearly 30 locations across the Minnesota gateway will feature branded automated dining concepts, with the phased rollout beginning in January 2027.
OTG acquires OHM Concession Group in major North American airport hospitality deal
The deal broadens OTG’s North American footprint, adding OHM’s 75+ US airport concessions network while retaining its leadership and brand identity.
By the Beach Suncare makes waves in travel retail with new airport and cruise listings
The brand is extending its fragrance-first SPF proposition across airports and cruise ships through partnerships with Avolta, Gebr. Heinemann, Diamonds International and HFDF.
IAADFS becomes Travel Retail Alliance of the Americas as new identity revealed in Cannes
The newly renamed association will expand its year-round advocacy, insights, education and industry engagement while retaining the Summit of the Americas as its flagship event.
SSP opens Shake Shack and Dunkin’ in New York JFK Terminal 5 as US$100m revamp gathers pace
Both concessions are located in the Center Node and form part of the wider T5 refresh programme being delivered by JetBlue, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and Fraport USA.
