Avolta has announced two new contracts at JFK International Airport Terminal 5 through its Hudson and HMSHost subsidiaries, including a 10-year deal to revamp the terminal’s dining experience.
Hudson has secured a seven-year contract to launch a Manhattan-inspired retail store and JFK Terminal 5’s first immersive video gaming lounge. Simultaneously, HMSHost will debut six new restaurants spanning over 725 square meters, beginning in 2025.
The contracts were awarded by Fraport USA, the concessions developer and manager selected by JetBlue, and are designed to further elevate the traveler experience.
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“Our vision for JFK Terminal 5 is bold. New York’s world-class culinary scene deserves to be reflected in its airport dining,” said Steve Johnson, President and CEO, North America, Avolta. “We appreciate the confidence that the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Fraport USA, and JetBlue have in us and our joint-venture partners and that they share in our excitement to transform the traveler experience. 2025 will be a landmark year for Hudson and HMSHost as we expand our retail and F&B operations in several terminals at JFK, one of the busiest airports in North America.”
The new dining venues will showcase New York’s diverse culinary scene, offering authentic Italian and Mexican flavors alongside a locally inspired restaurant and bar designed exclusively for T5 travelers. Featured dining concepts include:
Benateri’s, featuring signature Italian sandwiches from a classic NYC deli; Big Bourbon Bar NYC, an exclusive concept showcasing locally sourced Hudson Whiskey; Eataly, offering authentic Italian antipasti, pasta, pizza, and wine; Mexican food from Dos Toros Taqueria, and salads from Chopt.
Avolta’s new retail offering at Terminal 5 is Park Ave Emporium by Hudson, a concept inspired by Manhattan’s Park Avenue. Designed for convenience, it will offer self-checkout for fast transactions, along with locally sourced souvenirs, gifts, and travel essentials.
Avolta will also introduce Gameway, the terminal’s first premium video gaming lounge. Gameway will feature high-end console and PC gaming stations, retro games, and refreshments, creating a unique entertainment destination for JetBlue customers.
This latest agreement further expands Avolta’s footprint at JFK, adding to its recent contracts for nine dining venues in Terminal 4 and retail and F&B concessions in Terminal 8. With existing operations in Terminals 1, 4, 5, 7, and 8, Avolta is set to grow even further with new locations planned for Terminal 6 in late 2025.
