The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the New Terminal One (NTO), and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) Airports have announced a collaboration with WHSmith North America to provide travel essentials at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s New Terminal One. The three firms, all based in New York City, will join forces to offer a diverse and high-quality retail experience for travelers, featuring products from global, national, and local brands that promote a unique New York sense of place.
A Unique Retail Experience
The travel essentials program, which will span six retail spaces totaling approximately 8,400 square feet throughout the new terminal, will offer a wide range of merchandise, including first-to-airport national and global brands with shop-in-shop experiences. These spaces will also feature a selection of beloved New York City brands, such as Made in Queens, Magnolia Bakery, Jacques Torres Chocolates, and Greyston Bakery. The collaboration between the Port Authority, NTO, and URW reflects a commitment to diversity and support for local businesses as they work towards transforming John F. Kennedy International Airport into a world-class international gateway.
Creating a Pipeline of Local Businesses
In July 2023, the Port Authority launched the Institute of Concessions (IOC), a specialized training program aimed at increasing the number of local and diverse airport concessionaires involved in the Port Authority’s $19 billion transformation of JFK. The program provides extensive training and mentoring for local businesses, equipping them with the necessary skills to successfully bid for concession opportunities, win contracts, and operate concessions within the airport. To date, more than 40 local businesses have graduated from the program, with several earning places in the airport’s concession programs as joint-venture partners or direct operators.
New York City Brands Take Center Stage
Three IOC graduates – Beautiful Amore Skincare, Rincon Salvedoreno, and Brooklyn Blend – will participate in the travel essentials retail spaces as part of an incubator program led by joint-venture partner Love From USA, a 100% airport-certified disadvantaged business enterprise (ACDBE). Love From USA will also operate a specialty retail store, Love From New York. Other joint-venture partners include New York-based C&E Global Solutions and Baltimore-based On-Site Retailers Inc.The next business outreach event is scheduled for July 23 to increase the pipeline of local product suppliers for the New Terminal One.
A Unique Shopping Experience
The New Terminal One will feature six new retail concepts for travelers, including WHSmith Travel Essentials, The Canopy, The Queens Borough Market, Skybound by WHSmith, The Last Stop, and Las Artes Mercado. These spaces will offer a variety of essential products and will be open 24/7 to accommodate the needs of travelers. The design of each space will reflect the vibrant energy of New York City, making the New Terminal One a destination in its own right.
Partnership with Local Communities