The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) announced the completion of overhauls…
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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and JFKIAT, the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), announced the openings of two local businesses that offer food and beverages reflecting New York City’s diverse culinary scene. One business, Villa Russo Café, is a Queens-based graduate of the Port Authority’s specialized training program intended to increase the number of local and diverse businesses that are part of the concessions program at JFK. Villa Russo Café and Brooklyn Tea & Market represent the first wave of joint-venture partnerships that HMSHost has formed with selected local and diverse businesses…
On The Go (OTG) has announced that Matt King has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Matt brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in multi-unit foodservice, hospitality, and airport concessions, with a strong track record of driving operational excellence, enhancing guest experience, and delivering financial performance across complex, distributed businesses. “Matt is the right leader for On The Go at this moment,” said Ed Sirhal, Chair of People & Talent Committee of On The Go. “He brings a rare combination of industry insight, sound judgment, and a people-first leadership philosophy. The Board has great confidence in Matt’s ability to…
Global restaurateur HMSHost, part of Avolta AG and a world leader in creating dining for travel venues, celebrated the debut of its first Eataly in John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 8, part of a new partnership agreement to bring the renowned Italian marketplace and retail concept to airports across North America. The new 5,526-square-foot full-service restaurant, 1,353-square-foot wine bar, and retail shop is the first Eataly in an airport in the region and will soon be followed by locations in JFK Terminals 4 and 5. “The opening of Eataly marks several significant milestones and the beginning of an exciting partnership…
Swissport, the global leader in aviation services, announces that Maria Grigorova has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective February 16, 2026. Maria brings extensive experience across both publicly listed and private equity–owned companies, having held a range of senior finance and commercial leadership roles spanning multiple sectors. She joins Swissport from the Adecco Group — a leading international provider of integrated talent solutions listed on the SIX Swiss exchange with operations in 60 countries. Since 2022, she has been Group Senior Vice President and Global Head of Finance of Adecco, the holding’s largest business unit with annual revenues of…
Avports, the longest continuously operating airport management company in the United States, announced a strategic leadership transition. Marc Ricks, a veteran in infrastructure and real estate development and operations executive, will join Avports as CEO, bringing more than two decades of experience in infrastructure, real estate, operations, and public-private alignment to the company. Ricks most recently served as CEO of ShopCore Properties, a Blackstone portfolio company and vertically integrated retail real estate operator overseeing more than 15 million square feet nationwide. “Marc is uniquely equipped to lead Avports into its next phase of growth, and we are excited to begin…
The New Terminal One at JFK has announced a new Request for Proposals (RFP) to secure a provider for aircraft de-icing and de-icing fluid recovery services. Qualified service providers are invited to submit proposals to support safe and efficient winter operations at New Terminal One. The New Terminal One is a key component of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, which will include two new terminals, the modernization and expansion of two existing terminals, a new ground transportation center, and an entirely new, simplified roadway network. The…
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced the start of the next major phase of construction on the new AirTrain Newark system, with work beginning on the guideway and track structure between the Newark Liberty International Airport Train Station and the P4 station. This phase of construction will require ongoing weekday service outages between the P4 station and the Airport Train Station that links to Northeast Corridor (NEC) services for NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak. To maintain connectivity during the outage, the Port Authority will operate a robust shuttle bus system serving all airport terminals, rental car…
Welcome to the January 2026 issue of Metropolitan Airport News. As I put away my holiday décor and plan for the New Year, travel for the New Year is, of course, on my mind. While I love the final destination and the adventure that awaits, I also love the trip planning and the actual traveling. Doing the research, planning the itinerary, and making all the plans are all part of the excitement for me. Once all the plans are finalized and it’s time to travel, I get to experience airports and the amenities they offer as a passenger. You can grab…
Vantage Group, a global leader in airport and transportation infrastructure development and management, has announced the acquisition of FSM Management Group (FSM), an industry-leading fuel and glycol infrastructure development and management company and aviation energy logistics company AvEnergy. The acquisition further positions Vantage Group as a leader in managing and modernizing aviation infrastructure for a more connected and sustainable future. Montreal-based FSM works on behalf of global airline partners developing, constructing and managing airport infrastructure required to ensure a safe, reliable, and secure supply of both jet fuel and de-icing services. The company provides administrative services to 12 aviation fuel consortiums and 4 glycol consortiums at 16 airports…
On December 18, 2025, the Port Authority NY & NJ (PANYNJ) reissued a press release announcing the Port Authority Board of Commissioners’ approval of a record $45 billion Capital Plan for 2026-2035. Below is a summary of the plan featuring the segments that pertain to the Aviation and Port Authority Airports sector. AVIATION The Port Authority is in the midst of a more than $50-billion wholesale remaking of its three major airports, anchored by historic public-private partnerships in cooperation with airline and development partners. Over the next 10 years, the agency will continue to deliver on its promise to transform…