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Metropolitan Airport News
Produced by a team of aviation professionals and enthusiasts, our mission is to inform and update the more than 68,000 employees who work on the metropolitan New York airport properties, as well as the many others that provide goods and services in the surrounding communities.
Arora Engineers, LLC (Arora) recently announced the addition of Sikander Jain, PE, CM, as its new Senior Vice President of Global Construction Services, NY Market Lead. Sikander brings a wealth of experience and a lifelong commitment to driving complex and impactful growth initiatives within airport development projects across various roles. Widely regarded as an expert and leader in his field, Sikander has earned recognition for delivering innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions to navigate the intricacies of large-scale aviation programs worldwide, often operating within challenging constraints and leading extensive teams. Sikander’s impressive academic background includes a Master of Science in Construction…
American Airlines recently announced a historic endeavor to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. On May 31, American will fly 70 World War II veterans to France on a donated charter flight to honor them for their service and sacrifice. “We’re honored to play a part in helping this group of heroic veterans return to Normandy,” said David Seymour, American’s Chief Operating Officer and a veteran of the U.S. Army. “This special journey is not only an expression of our gratitude for these heroes and the sacrifices they made for our freedom, but we hope…
Committed to offering top-tier customer service from the moment doors open, the New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport has launched a request for proposals (RFP) from providers for snow removal and snow melting services both landside on access roadways to the terminal and airside, by gates and ramps. The New Terminal One, constructed in partnership with the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey as part of the agency’s $19 billion redevelopment of JFK Airport, is seeking qualified providers for snow removal services to ensure safe, efficient, and low-environmental-impact snow and ice removal services…
DH2 Chauffeured Transportation, a distinguished leader in luxury ground transportation, has been named an official transportation provider for the ambitious New Terminal One (NTO) at John F. Kennedy International Airport. This significant achievement not only underscores DH2’s commitment to excellence but also highlights the opportunities for MWBE-certified businesses within the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s large-scale infrastructure projects. DH2 is providing a shuttle bus service for NTO team members commuting to and from the NTO office on the JFK Airport campus, providing an essential link from public transportation hubs in Queens. For DH2 Chauffeured Transportation, participation in…
Delta unveiled its custom Airbus A350 Team USA aircraft livery in Toulouse, France, honoring the airline’s commitment to celebrating these athletes’ journeys and connecting them with their dreams as the official airline of Team USA. The Team USA-inspired A350 celebrates Delta’s eight-year partnership with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, which runs through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. “Unveiling the Team USA aircraft for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 marks a major milestone for Delta’s support of Team USA as we look toward the start of competition in just a few months,” said Chief…
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports and The New Terminal One (NTO) announced today the Competitive Evaluation Process (CEP) for the Food Hall and Travel Essentials tenders, marking another significant milestone in the development of the commercial program for the privately funded all-international terminal. The New Terminal One is being constructed in partnership with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as part of the agency’s $19 billion redevelopment of JFK Airport, with the terminal’s $9 billion first phase scheduled to open in 2026. The iconic, once-in-a-generation New Terminal One, dramatic in its scale with moments of wonder, is designed to showcase brands at their best and cater to…
Accommodations Plus International (“API”), the worldwide leader in crew accommodations technology and service solutions, is proud to announce its selection by SkyWest Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SkyWest, Inc. to provide a comprehensive suite of crew management solutions. SkyWest selected API for its comprehensive end-to-end crew accommodations platform and world-class service, as well as its ability to quickly advance through implementation, which reduces the risks of major technology transitions. In October 2023, SkyWest entrusted API with its crew management needs, recognizing API’s unparalleled expertise and comprehensive procure-to-pay solution. The selection of API reflects SkyWest’s confidence in API’s ability to deliver superior…
Effective immediately, Steve Thody has been named Chief Executive Officer of JFK Millennium Partners (JMP). He previously served as interim CEO since January 2024, and prior to that was JMP’s Chief Operating Officer since November 2022. As the senior executive responsible for the JFK Terminal 6 re-development, Steve oversees project delivery, operational performance, and community relations from construction phases up to and through the Terminal’s operations commencement in 2026.
Ferrovial today announced the appointment of Claudia Husemann as director of communications and corporate social responsibility (CSR) for the United States. Husemann brings decades of experience leading strategic communications, translating complex sectors and business models in engaging ways to reach diverse audiences. She joins the company ahead of its public listing in the U.S. and as global leadership looks to North America for continued strong growth. “Claudia has a track record of success elevating brands for greater impact, and we’re excited to welcome her at such a pivotal moment in the company’s history,” said Patricia Leiva, director of global communications…
During National Small Business Week, April 28—May 4, The New Terminal One at JFK (NTO) is celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and the vital role Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) play in the local economy and the redevelopment of JFK. Following an announcement by New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey earlier this week of a record $2.3 billion in contracts awarded to Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) in the ongoing transformation of JFK International Airport, The New Terminal One is honoring a few of the businesses that have been…