As part of Finavia’s continuous development of the commercial selection at Helsinki Airport, a new forest-themed area will open at the beginning of 2026, inviting travellers to be inspired by Finnish nature.


As part of Finavia’s continuous development of the commercial selection at Helsinki Airport, a new forest-themed area will open at the beginning of 2026, inviting travellers to be inspired by Finnish nature.

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has announced the first concessions selected for Concourse E, which is currently under construction at Dulles International Airport, for an enhanced CX.

Vancouver International Airport has partnered with SSP Canada, a division of SSP Group, to enhance the food and beverage offering with the opening of popular local brand, Romer’s Fresh Kitchen & Bar.

Heathrow has launched a new experiential retail campaign in collaboration with retail partner Avolta. The campaign aims to elevate CX through immersive beauty activations and exclusive retail offers.
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Schiphol Group has welcomed the opening of Wingstop in Schiphol Plaza, as it aims to offer “surprising and high-quality food concepts”. It is the first Dutch location for social media phenomenon Wingstop.

Denver International Airport has celebrated the opening of three new restaurants – Maria Empanada, Uncle, and The Bindery – as the latest additions to the Concourse A-West expansion for an enhanced CX.

Manchester Airport has opened a new section of its redeveloped Terminal 2 departure lounge. This includes six new shops and eateries, joining an already extensive array of options for travellers to further enhance CX.

Heathrow has announced the outcome of its strategic review of travel essentials, awarding new agreements to Lagardère Travel Retail and WHSmith to deliver an improved and modernised shopping experience.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the New Terminal One, and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports have announced plans to deliver best-in-class travel essentials at JFK Airport’s New Terminal One.

Dublin Airport and SSP Group have collaborated to open a new premium wine and food concept – The Reserve – in Terminal 2. It offers a curated selection of wines alongside an all-day dining menu.

SSP has launched a new concept called the World of Tiger Beer bar in Changi Airport, in collaboration with Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore (part of The HEINEKEN Company), offering travellers an immersive experience.

Schiphol Group has opened its largest shop in partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail: the flagship store of the new retail concept ‘Today Duty Free’. The aim is to set “a new retail standard” at Schiphol.

Nashville International Airport has unveiled its Concourse D extension, a key project in its $3 billion growth plan. Featuring new gates, dining options, and a scenic outdoor terrace, it enhances the traveller experience.

The Marketplace in T5 at Stockholm Arlanda Airport is now complete, with the 11,000sqm area home to around 40 new shops, cafés and restaurants. It is the largest commercial investment in the airport’s history.

Fraport has announced concessionaires for the 12,000sqm of retail space in the new Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport. 64 retail and service units will begin operating in the spring of 2026 for a customer-oriented experience.

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has announced that 11 new concessions will begin development at Dulles International and Reagan National airports in the coming year for a unique and enhanced CX.
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