DGAP-News: Photo Release -- SSP America Awarded Major Food and Beverage Contract at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
(businesspress24) - SSP America
18.05.2012 08:00
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SSP Partners With 17 Culinary Artisans to Bring the Flavor of Phoenix to the
Airport
LANSDOWNE, Va., 2012-05-18 08:00 CEST (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
SSP America, the North American division of SSP, the leading operator of food
and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide is proud to announce today
its 10 year, $800 million contract with Phoenix Sky Harbor International
Airport that will bring the diverse culinary arts of Phoenix's most celebrated
restaurants, coffee houses, burger joints, pizza parlors, bakeries, breweries,
taquerias and wine bars to passengers traveling to and from Terminal 4 in
'America's Friendliest Airport'.
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Commenting on the news, Andrew Lynch, Group CEO of SSP, said: 'Phoenix Sky
Harbor is an airport that truly values its customers and the concession
programs that serve them. We are honored to be delivering a portfolio that is
not only reflective of their reputation for outstanding service, but one that
also exemplifies the extraordinary diversity and quality of Phoenix's cuisine.
This is an extremely important step for SSP as we look to replicate the success
and dominance of our European business in the exciting and ever-evolving North
American market.'
With over 40,000,000 annual passengers, Phoenix Sky Harbor International
Airport is one of the top ten busiest airports in the nation for passenger
traffic and number 23 in the world. The airport boasts a direct, $90 million
daily impact on the greater Phoenix economy and supports over 30,000 jobs.
Sky Harbor's Terminal 4 serves an estimated 80 percent of the airport's
passenger traffic and is home to national carriers, Southwest, AirTran, US
Airways and WestJet as well as international airlines Aeromexico, Air Canada
and British Airways. First opened in 1990, the Terminal has seven concourses
with additional room for growth.
'We are excited to offer high quality local flavors and new dining options to
our customers,' said Tamie Fisher, Acting Assistant Aviation Director.
To meet the diverse and growing needs of Terminal 4 while remaining faithful to
the airport's vision of offering passengers world-class services that reflect
a true taste of Phoenix, SSP America has created an impressive portfolio that
includes 18 unique, Phoenix area-based local businesses. The mix also includes
five national brands that are easily recognizable on the streets of Phoenix.
SSP America's team of outstanding operators includes:
Zinc Bistro - named by Food and Wine Magazine as one of the 'Top 10 Bistros in
North America', Phoenix-born Chef Matt Carter has created a taste of Paris in
the Arizona desert.
Lola Coffee - local artisan roaster, Daniel Wayne, serves freshly roasted
organic coffees, latte art and in-house baked goods in a hip local hangout with
a fresh, modern vibe.
Tammie Coe Cakes - Tammie Coe's signature cakes and pastries have a way of
turning any moment into a joyous occasion.
Four Peaks Brewing Company - Jim Scussel and his partners deliver great local
beer in a non-typical bar hangout.
Delux Burger - nationally acclaimed gourmet burger bar by owner Lenny Rosenberg
serving all-natural, Niman Ranch beef burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups and
desserts.
Pei Wei - nationally famous pan-Asian cuisine, serving delicious dishes from
five cultures: China, Japan, Thailand, Korea and Vietnam.
Humble Pie - one of the great pizza companies of Phoenix serving 'wood-fired'
pizzas with unique and traditional ingredients in an approachable setting.
Wildflower Bread Company - owner Louis Basile's Arizona breads are kneaded and
shaped by hand using a San Francisco starter and a steam infused baking
process.
Panda Express - the United States' leader in Chinese fast-casual restaurants.
'Hot, fresh and ready when you are' - Panda Express is the perfect option for
busy travelers on the go.
Nocawich - is the dream of Eliot Wexler. NOCA, derived from 'North of
Camelback' is the genesis for this award winning sandwich sensation.
Matt's Big Breakfast - owners Matt and Erenia Pool of the locally owned and
nationally acclaimed restaurant believe that food tastes better when prepared
simply with better ingredients.
MidCity Kitchen - is the newest restaurant from Chef Michael DeMaria, committed
to serving the freshest, most delicious food available, while meeting
customers' fast-paced lifestyle.
Sweet Republic - artisan ice cream, made with milk and cream from independent
Arizona dairy farms, and hand-stirred using the finest, freshest, all-natural
ingredients.
Wendy's - the world's third largest hamburger fast food chain where founder
Dave Thomas's motto of 'Quality is our recipe' is honored daily by using
select, premium ingredients and serving food that's made fresh with every
order.
Peet's Coffee&Tea - offers a superior and distinctive range of coffees brewed
from only the highest quality beans from around the world as well as
high-quality herbal, certified organic and rare teas.
Los Taquitos - started as a homegrown Mexican food truck in downtown Phoenix in
1981 by the Ochoa family, the company's success has been built by serving truly
authentic, great tasting Mexican food using only the freshest ingredients.
Joe's Real BBQ - based in Gilbert, Arizona, Joe Johnston and Tim Peelen's BBQ
joint offers real food - barbecue slow cooked over pecan wood and equally
delicious side dishes and desserts.
Yogurtology - known to 'yogurt connoisseurs' throughout the Phoenix metro area,
Yogurtology serves nutritious frozen yogurt and deliciously fresh toppings set
in a self-serve environment.
America's Taco Shop - home to the greatest 'Carne Asada in the Valley', owners
America Corrales and her husband Terry are faithful to America's mother's
recipes from Culiacan, Mexico.
Lo-Lo's Chicken&Waffles - owned by Larry 'Lo-Lo' White, the grandson of Mrs.
White, owner of Phoenix landmark Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe, Larry's fried
chicken and golden brown waffles are considered the best soul food in the
Valley.
Culver's ButterBurgers&Frozen Custard - home of the famous 'ButterBurger',
Culver's mantra has always been 'Don't mess with quality'. Recently named 'Best
Burger Chain in America,' Culver's has eight locations in Phoenix, and over 400
across the nation.
Cheuvront Restaurant&Wine Bar - routinely voted one of the best wine bars in
Phoenix, and recently recognized by Bon Appetit Magazine as one of the '50
Hottest Restaurants in the US', Cheuvront offers an extensive wine list,
artisan cheese selection and a unique and eclectic menu.
SSP America's new culinary concepts will be arriving in Terminal 4 throughout
2013.
About SSP
SSP is the leading dedicated provider of food and beverage brands in travel
locations, operating restaurants, bars, cafes, food courts, lounges and
convenience stores in airports, train stations, motorway service stations and
other leisure locations. With a heritage stretching back over 60 years, today
SSP has 30,000 employees, serving over a million customers every day. It has
business at over 140 airports and over 250 rail stations, and operates more
than 2,100 units in30 countries around the world.
SSP operates an extensive portfolio of over 200 international, national, local
and speciality brands. These include Upper Crust, Starbucks, Caffe Ritazza,
Burger King, M&S Simply Food, Millies Cookies, O'Learys, Caviar House&Prunier, and leading Asian brands Ajisen Ramen and Saboten, as well as stunning
bespoke concepts such as the Montreux Jazz Cafe in Geneva and the award winning
Center Bar at Zurich.
Its brand portfolio is tailored for each specific location, depending on
variables such as passenger profile, consumer need states, location type, size
and design.
About SSP America/SSP Canada
SSP America operates in more than 40 airports across North America bringing a
variety of local, regional and national brands to the traveling consumer at a
vast array of price ranges. Third party brands in the company's broad
portfolio include The Palm Restaurant, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Gordon Biersch,
Panda Express, Tigin, Peet's Coffee&Tea, T.G.I. Friday's, Tim Hortons, The
Great American Bagel and Buffalo Wild Wings. SSP America's brand portfolio
also includes strong, local award-winning icons such as Laurelwood Public House&Brewery, Harry&Izzy's, Nonna Bartolotta's, and Mill Street Brewery Pub.
Darleen Nascimento
SSP America
(703) 723-5418
(703) 462-4699 (c)
darleen.nascimento(at)foodtravelexperts.com
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