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PHL Food & Shops Brings SkySquad to Philadelphia International Airport

SkySquad provides seamless concierge services for travelers

PHILADELPHIA — Aug. 23, 2021 — PHL Food & Shops, the concessions program at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is bringing SkySquad, a new concierge service, to PHL. PHL is the sixth airport in the U.S. to offer SkySquad and its array of offerings to travelers.

SkySquad provides travelers with a dedicated on-site assistant at the airport and is focused on providing an extra set of hands when they are needed the most. SkySquad will provide curb-to-gate services for anyone in need of assistance at PHL, including elderly passengers, passengers with children, or passengers with pets. SkySquad has also partnered with AtYourGate, the leading in-airport food and retail delivery service at PHL, which will also provide SkySquad customers with the ability to get what they need delivered to their gate.

“We’re excited to bring SkySquad to Philadelphia,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “We’re always looking for ways to improve travelers’ experiences, and SkySquad’s offerings will do just that.”

SkySquad offers a variety of à la carte services including but not limited to: assistance with getting you from your car to ticketing, security and/or your gate; assistance with childcare and luggage; contactless food delivery; and even keeping an eye on your luggage while you grab a snack or use the restroom. These services start at $49.

“We are thrilled to bring SkySquad to the Philadelphia International Airport, said Julie Melnick, CEO and Founder of SkySquad. “Our mission is to reinvent the airport experience by providing travelers with a helping hand. Now, travelers can experience the joy of travel without worrying about the stress that comes along with it. Our team of airport assistants will meet you at your car door and provide support until the minute you walk onto the jetway!”

While SkySquad’s services do not include wheelchair or other rentals, wheelchair service and other accessibility services are offered through PHL. For additional accessibility information, please visit PHL.org/About/Accessibility.

For more information about SkySquad or to book SkySquad services, please visit PHL.org/At-PHL/Lounges-And-Concierge-Services or SkySquad.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A photo of a SkySquad Team Member offering assistance is embedded in this release.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
267-932-8760, ext. 312
meghan@nullhornercom.com 

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Burger King Now Open At Philadelphia International Airport

PHL Food & Shops brings multinational fast-food restaurant to PHL

PHILADELPHIA — June 11, 2021 — Travelers at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) can now enjoy the iconic American burger joint Burger King in Terminal E. PHL Food & Shops added Burger King to expand its already impressive roster of more than 170 eateries, retail shops and services. This eatery joins the 89 restaurants and retailers that are currently operating under restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

For more than 50 years, Burger King has been serving up delicious burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries and other sides, sweets, bundles, and more. Known for the legendary Whopper — and now the new plant-based Impossible Whopper — Burger King is committed to providing guests with a family-friendly experience, signature recipes, premium ingredients and affordable fare.

“We’re thrilled to bring a worldwide favorite like Burger King to PHL,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “From the Whopper to burritos, chicken sandwiches and fries, Burger King has something for every passenger of every age to enjoy on the fly.”

“We are beyond excited for the Burger King opening in Terminal E of the Philadelphia International Airport. It marks the corporation’s first airport rebrand in over 20 years. The modern look represents Burger King’s restaurant values of real and delicious food,” said Clayton Lawrence, Director of Non-Traditional Restaurants. “The expanded operations team will provide an unbeatable customer experience to travelers and employees alike here in Philadelphia; serving all the Burger King favorites.”

Burger King is located at the end of Concourse E, near gates E 11-17, and is operated in partnership with Seven Hills, INC. Burger King offers travelers quick and easy eats on the go and is the newest addition to the airport developer MarketPlace PHL’s award-winning portfolio at PHL.

For more information, menus, hours and openings, please visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A photo of the Burger King storefront is embedded in this release.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
267-932-8760, ext. 312
meghan@nullhornercom.com

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MarketPlace PHL Food & Shops Hosts Job Fair

New job opportunities arrive at PHL this summer

PHILADELPHIA — May 12, 2021 — Job seekers in the Philadelphia area can join MarketPlace PHL, the management company for PHL Food & Shops, the award-winning concessions program at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on Tuesday, May 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn more about immediate and upcoming openings at PHL.

Eateries and retailers at PHL will share information about available full-time and part-time positions during the in-person job fair being held at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott on Tuesday, May 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Individuals of all levels are welcome to attend; advance registration is not required. Job seekers can earn signing bonuses, employee discounts, growth opportunities, salaries starting at $13.75 an hour and more. Interested individuals will also receive reduced pricing for on-site parking and public transit to the job fair.

“We’re excited to host this job fair and have Philadelphians learn about the abundance of opportunities available at PHL,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Our award-winning eateries and retailers are looking forward to adding motivated individuals to their high-performing teams.”

The restaurants and shops participating in the hiring event include AREAS, Chickie’s & Pete’s, FLIK–Amex Centurion Lounge, Good2Go, Hudson News & Gifts, PHL Sports, Kiehl’s, Vera Bradley, InMotion Entertainment, Jack Duggan’s, Geno’s Steaks. La Colombe, LIDS, Passyunk Steaks, Tagliare Pizza, MarkettPlace PHL, Bar Symon, Piattino, Dunkin’, Jamba, Smashburger, Chick-fil-A, Vino Volo, Burger King, Jim’s Steaks, Tony Luke’s, Sbarro, Illy’s, Cucinova, Subway, Sunglass Hut and Tumi.

For more details about the job fair, please visit PhilaMarketplace.com/ 2021-phl-food-shops-job-fair. For additional information about career opportunities and posted positions at PHL, please visit PHLJobPortal.org.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC
MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A photo of the job fair information is embedded in this release.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
267-932-8760, ext. 312
meghan@nullhornercom.com

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MarketPlace Logan Debuts Innovative Online Ordering Platform, BOS2GO

MarketPlace Development

BOSTON, MA – February 16, 2021 –  MarketPlace Logan, an affiliate of Boston-based New England Development and manager of the Boston Logan Concessions Program (BOS SHOP DINE), announced that BOS2GO, an online ordering platform, providing passengers a contactless and convenient way to order food and travel essentials has landed exclusively at Boston Logan International Airport.

Powered by Grab, the airport e-commerce platform by Servy, and AtYourGate, Boston Logan’s current airport food delivery service, BOS2GO offers a streamlined experience where passengers can visit www.bos2go.com from any mobile or electronic device and order food or retail items from any terminal for pick up or delivery to a designated gate.

“We continue to elevate the travelers’ experience with enhanced digital options while keeping safety top of mind. By introducing BOS2GO, this innovative online platform will provide convenient and contactless dining and retail offerings that are unique to our passengers, making it easy and comfortable for those who are traveling through Boston Logan,” said Paul McGinn, president, MarketPlace Development.

Travelers will be able to order from local favorites like B.GOOD, Bruins Bar, Lucca, Mija Cantina & Tequila Bar, Monica’s Mercato, and Wahlburgers along with national spots including Peet’s Coffee, Camden Foods, and Wolfgang Puck Pizza. More eateries and retail offerings will be added in the coming months.

In addition to the BOS2GO launch, MarketPlace Logan has ongoing safety measures and practices in place and there are several new safety amenities that are now available to all travelers:

TWO XpresCheck COVID Testing Sites located in Terminal E and Now Open in Terminal C The COVID testing sites are located pre-security and offer several testing options: the Rapid Molecular COVID-19 Test, the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test and the Blood Antibody Test are available in Terminal E; the Rapid Molecular COVID-19 Test, the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test are available in Terminal C.

PPE Vending Machines by Hudson

Offering individual and bulk packaged masks, sanitary wipes, hand sanitizers, latex gloves, multi-use thermometers, portable and rechargeable UV-C sanitizers for mobile devices and personal items; The PPE vending machines are located Terminals A & B.

Hudson at Home COVID-testing

All Hudson locations throughout the airport are offering at home COVID-19 test kits to purchase. DiaCarta, Inc. has developed and manufactured a QuantiVirus Real Time PCR Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) Test that is both FDA and CE certified.

Restaurants and retail continue to reopen at Boston Logan, and that includes a brand-new arrival in Terminal C, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, known for its toasty “sammies” like the Italian or the Pizza Sandwich, its’ cool shakes, plus mac and cheese, soups and more, all served in a “chill vibe,” and located across from Mjia Cantina & Tequila Bar.

The opening of Potbelly Sandwich Shop joins the recent reopenings of local dining favorites and stores like Kelly’s Roast Beef, Lucca, Monica’s Mercato, Sullivan’s, and Not Your Average Joes, as well as iStore, Michael Kors, New Balance, and Vineyard Vines. Additional restaurants and retail will be reopening in the near future.

 

 

 

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Duty Free Arrives As the First Retailer on OrderAtPHL.com

PHL is the second U.S. airport to offer preordering of retail products

PHILADELPHIA — Dec. 22, 2020 — 3Sixty Duty Free is the first retail store partner on OrderAtPHL.com, providing passengers with a contactless solution for purchasing cosmetics, fragrances and skincare products.

OrderAtPHL.com, the online, mobile-ordering platform at Philadelphia International Airport, allows travelers to browse and preorder meals, snacks, beverages — and now retail products. PHL is the second airport in the U.S. to offer retail items for preorder; passengers may collect their purchase in-store or request delivery right to their gate.

“We’re thrilled to expand our offerings on OrderAtPHL.com to provide passengers with everything they need during their travels, including beauty necessities, skincare items and more,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “The debut of retail on OrderAtPHL.com comes just in time for the holiday season — travelers can find the perfect gift on the go for loved ones at Duty Free.”

With everything from an array of designer perfumes and colognes to revitalizing skincare products from L’Occitane and Clinique as well as beautiful make-up necessities such as Estee Lauder eye shadow palettes and Lancôme lip sticks and mascara, Duty Free covers all your beauty needs and is available to domestic and international travelers alike.

Duty Free is operated in partnership with 3Sixty. OrderAtPHL.com is a collaboration between the PHL Food & Shops concessions program, Grab airport app and AtYourGate. For more information about Grab and AtYourGate, visit getgrab.com and atyourgate.com. The Grab Airport app is available for download on iOS devices at the Apple App Store and for Android devices from the Google Play Store. Grab is offered at 60 airports worldwide and growing, and has a direct partnership with American Airlines, offering the added convenience of ordering through the American app. Grab will appear on the home screen if participating restaurants and retailers are available based on the traveler’s itinerary.

For more information, please visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A photo of the Duty Free storefront is embedded in this release.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Meghan Beck
For MarketPlace PHL
267-932-8760, ext. 312
meghan@nullhornercom.com