USA. Autogrill’s American subsidiary HMSHost has been awarded an additional* 11-year contract to manage food & beverage in Terminal 2, Concourse D at Raleigh-Durham International Airport in North Carolina.
The contract runs until 2027, with an estimated revenue value of over US$65 million.
The new offer, which will be phased in from this Autumn into late 2017, includes Dale Jr’s Whisky River, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and a new Starbucks outlet.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is the main airport serving North Carolina State capital Raleigh and the city of Durham. In 2015, it handled almost 10 million passengers, up +4.2% year-on-year.
Dale Jr’s Whisky River at Raleigh-Durham International Airport will be the second airport location for the restaurant and bar managed by HMSHost in partnership with Dale Earnhardt Jr. The other is located at Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina.
Travellers can also enjoy take-away specialties served in the new Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise or visit the new Starbucks to be opened soon in T2.
*Note: HMSHost will continue to manage its existing restaurants at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, including 42nd Street Oyster Bar, ACC American Café, Brookwood Farms Carolina Pit BBQ, Carolina Ale House, Carolina Vintages and multiple Starbucks outlets.
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