Summary:
- Airport Dimensions and Blue Sky Group open a Blue Sky Premier Lounge at Juanda International Airport, expanding their partnership and strengthening Airport Dimensions’ APAC strategy following the Jakarta launch.
- The 462sqm lounge blends Indonesian cultural design with Western influences and locally inspired cuisine to deliver a premium passenger experience rooted in Surabaya’s identity as the ‘City of Heroes’.
- Flexible zoning, live-cooking dining concepts and access via Priority Pass and LoungeKey reflect evolving traveller expectations for comfort, productivity and high-quality airport hospitality.
Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, Indonesia, has welcomed the opening of a Blue Sky Premier Lounge in the International Terminal (T2). The opening represents a major milestone in the APAC strategy of Airport Dimensions – a Gold Sponsor of the co-located APEX FTE EMEA and APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Dublin, 9-11 June 2026 – following the successful launch of the Blue Sky Premier Lounge at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. The Jakarta facility has become a benchmark for the partnership between Airport Dimensions and Blue Sky Group, pairing local relevance with world-class hospitality standards to serve Indonesia’s dynamic travel market.
The debut of the Blue Sky Premier International Lounge in Surabaya marks the third collaboration between Airport Dimensions and Blue Sky Group. Spanning 462sqm and accommodating up to 101 guests, the lounge is a sophisticated sanctuary that draws inspiration from Surabaya’s identity as the ‘City of Heroes’. The design narrative seamlessly blends Western influences, characterised by warm woods and muted heritage tones, with the elegant textures of Indonesian tradition, including framed batik that pays homage to the resilience of Kota Pahlawan.
The culinary offering further anchors a strong sense of place, balancing local with international appeal. Guests are invited into a theatre-infused dining experience through interactive live-cooking stations, from made-to-order eggs, pasta, and noodles to a signature steamboat experience that celebrates the communal spirit of Asian dining. Locally rooted flavours take centre stage with icons such as Rawon Surabaya, offering an authentic taste of East Java, alongside the comforting familiarity of the Blue Sky signature mantau, a soft steamed bun reflecting the city’s Chinese-Indonesian culinary heritage. These regional highlights sit comfortably beside recognisable global favourites, ensuring broad appeal for every palate. The experience is completed with premium locally sourced coffee and a professionally tended bar, delivering a refined hospitality journey from arrival through departure.
“Aviation across Southeast Asia is growing rapidly, with secondary cities like Surabaya playing an increasingly important role in international connectivity,” said Errol McGlothan, President of Airport Dimensions, EMEA & APAC. “That growth brings a diverse mix of travellers – from early regional departures to long-haul connections, business passengers and families – placing new demands on airport experience. Through our work across Indonesia and the wider Asia-Pacific region, we have seen first-hand how expectations are evolving: people want space to reset, quality food, areas to work, and environments that support every type of journey. This lounge reflects that understanding, responding to how people travel today while delivering the consistent global standards international passengers expect.”
The lounge is thoughtfully zoned to support both productivity and relaxation. Social spaces such as The Hub form the heart of the experience, offering a wide mix of seating configurations designed to accommodate solo travellers, small groups, and families alike. These flexible seating zones flow naturally into the food and beverage area, encouraging guests to dine, connect, or simply unwind in a lively yet comfortable setting. Complemented by quieter areas such as The Study for focused work or private moments, the lounge delivers a balanced environment that feels both dynamic and spacious, catering seamlessly to business and leisure travellers.
“At Blue Sky Group, our mission has always been to showcase the very best of Indonesian hospitality to the world,” said Sucin Rahayu, Director of PT Bumi Liputan Angkasa, Blue Sky Group. “Opening this international lounge in Surabaya alongside Airport Dimensions is a proud moment for us, as it allows us to blend the grit and heritage of this region with world-class service standards. We have poured our local expertise into every detail – from the batik-inspired interiors to the traditional flavours on our menu – to ensure that every guest, whether local or international, leaves with a genuine connection to East Java and a memorable start to their journey.”
The new Blue Sky Premier Lounge is open to all passengers regardless of airline or ticket class, offering a premium experience for every traveller. Access is available to Priority Pass members, the leading airport lounge and travel experiences programme, as well as LoungeKey cardholders. Walk in passengers may also enter for a fee of IDR330,000 per person, with additional access available through pre-booking via a reservation hotline or participating member partnership programmes, subject to availability.
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