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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.
Avianca Airlines announces important changes in its management team. Frederico Pedreira, who has served as Chief Operating Officer since 2021, will now be the company’s Deputy CEO and will be immediately in charge of vital processes for Avianca, such as operations, human talent, technology, corporate communications, customer promise, and institutional relations. In turn, Gabriel Oliva, takes over as Chief Operating Officer and remains as CEO of Cargo. In his new role, he will lead the areas of maintenance, safety, network and ground operations, service delivery, airports, cabin crew, and pilots while continuing to spearhead the transformation of the cargo business.…
OCA Architects Inc., located in Newark, New Jersey, is an award-winning architectural firm known for its innovation and sustainable design solutions. Founded by Obi Agudosi R.A., the firm’s Principal CEO brings over 38 years of experience to the practice. Backed by a talented team of sixteen architects, designers, and project managers, OCA Architects excels in projects ranging from educational facilities (K-12 & Higher), utility, public, mixed-use residential developments, and transportation (Airport) projects. OCA strives to create maximum value for its clients and brings their vision for the project to reality. Founded in 2015, the firm’s principal mission is to lead…
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has added to its transformation team, appointing Saleem Saeed as its new Sustainability Manager, that will see IAG Cargo advance its sustainability journey. Saleem steps into the role, having previously worked within the construction sector, and will use his experience and expertise to lead the sustainability strategy across the business. Saleem looks to enhance the current ‘Fit for Future’ strategy that will further infuse sustainability into IAG Cargo’s core whilst encouraging partners and customers to join the business on this journey. “What truly energizes me about joining IAG Cargo is…
JetBlue has expanded its presence to a third transatlantic destination with new, nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) taking off today. Service from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Amsterdam will launch on September 20. Amsterdam follows the airline’s successful launch of London service in August 2021 and Paris this past June. “JetBlue’s transatlantic service has proven to lower fares and benefit customers in markets that have suffered for decades from high fares by legacy carriers,” said Robin Hayes, chief executive officer, JetBlue. “We look forward to introducing our award-winning…
The Museum of the City of New York (MCNY), NYC’s storyteller for a century, and Hudson, a travel experience leader, today announced a street art-inspired lifestyle collection titled “City as Canvas” – a new line of apparel, accessories, confectionary, and gifts. The retail program consists of more than 40 coordinated items, including hoodies, tee-shirts, hats, caps, a selection of gift chocolates, and more. The debut collection draws inspiration from iconic graffiti featured in the Museum’s ground-breaking exhibition, City as Canvas, about the birth of NYC street art. “Given the Museum’s vast collection and its reach as both a local and global museum, Hudson is the perfect…
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced the new Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport is now fully operational with the opening of the final five gates of the terminal alongside additional retail and dining outlets and the transfer of Delta Air Lines operations and Sky Club lounge from Terminal B. The new 1 million-square-foot Terminal A replaced the previous terminal that opened in 1973. The 33-gate facility features airy, light-filled concourses alongside state-of-the-art digital technology, modern passenger amenities, superior dining and retail options, and an innovative public art program showcasing dozens of local artists. Terminal…
Archer Aviation Inc. announced operating and financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. In tandem with earnings, Archer made a series of announcements that reinforce its path to FAA certification and commercial operations in 2025. Archer has landed a $215 million equity investment from industry leaders Stellantis, Boeing, and United Airlines, as well as other financial institutions, including ARK Invest, increasing the company’s total funding to over $1.1 billion to date, received FAA approval to begin flying its Midnight eVTOL aircraft, and reached an agreement with Boeing and Wisk to enter into an autonomous flight collaboration and…
Forward Air Corporation and Omni Logistics, LLC, a private company that is majority owned by Ridgemont Equity Partners (“Ridgemont”) and EVE Partners, LLC (“EVE”), today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Forward and Omni will combine in a cash-and-stock transaction, creating a combined company that generated approximately $3.7 billion of combined company adjusted revenue for the twelve months ended June 30, 2023. Under the terms of the agreement, Omni shareholders will receive $150 million in cash and Forward common stock and preferred stock as described below. Omni, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an asset-light, high-touch…
LaGuardia Gateway Partners, the manager and developer of LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B, and The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that the terminal had achieved the highest possible rating for accessibility in the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) program, earning Gold from the Canada-based foundation dedicated to raising awareness, changing attitudes, and removing barriers for people with disabilities. This recognition makes LaGuardia Terminal B the first airline terminal in the United States to receive this distinction. As part of the redevelopment of LaGuardia Airport, Terminal B was designed to be accessible for guests with hearing, vision, and mobility…
Hempstead Tire is a full-service automotive repair and tire center servicing Nassau, Suffolk, and the five boroughs. Located only 25 minutes from John F. Kennedy International Airport, the company provides delivery, pickup, and drop-off service for all tires, spares, repairs, and replacements. Its mobile and on-site services offer tire repair on all vehicles and heavy equipment, including cars, vans, trucks, ground service equipment (GSE), and most other mobile airport equipment. The company also provides mobile forklift tire service and an on-site press. The company is family owned and operated and was founded in 1938 on 30th & 1st Avenue in…