US. The Hudson Group has opened two new outlets at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport’s new-look Airmall, which is operated by BAA USA.
Dufry-owned Hudson currently operates a unit in the airport’s car rental facility and a larger unit located directly across from the Concourse C checkpoint. The two new units are part of a group of 11 stores that will open at the Airmall.
“After checking in and making their way through security, travellers often shift their priorities to finding something to read or to buying a snack for the trip. Now, Cleveland travellers will have a terrific selection of books, magazines, snacks, and gifts thanks to Hudson News, the leader in news and gift offerings at airports across the nation,” said BAA Cleveland Vice President Tina LaForte.
“BAA Cleveland is proud that Hudson will be an integral part of the new Airmall. Moreover, travellers can shop and buy knowing that they’ll be paying regular mall price,” LaForte added.
Hudson Group has teamed up with two Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise companies – the United Concessions Group and Fins & Feathers Seafood and Poultry Market – to manage the stores. Both DBEs are Cleveland-based companies.
“When we appointed BAA Cleveland as the developer of concessions at the airport, our goal was to dramatically increase the quality of our offerings and to expand business opportunities for qualified local entrepreneurs,” said Cleveland Airport System Director Ricky Smith.
“Hudson Group’s partnership with several local companies is clear evidence that the formula is working. Moreover, the additional retail units will increase employment opportunities for Cleveland-area residents,” he concluded.
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