Washington Airports Authority Awards Concessions Program Contract to Fraport USA

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) has awarded Fraport USA a 10-year contract to lease, develop and manage the concessions program at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport. Under the contract effective in January 2024, Fraport USA will be responsible for day-to-day management of the concessions program at both airports, including the planning, leasing, and construction and operations oversight of concession locations to enhance the customer experience.

Together, the airports feature approximately 260,000 square feet of concessions space.

Sabine Trenk, CEO of Fraport USA, said: “We are thrilled to have been entrusted with this significant program. Our team is excited to bring innovative solutions and a fresh approach to the retail and food & beverage concession program. This contract underscores Fraport USA’s competitiveness and expertise demonstrated through successful projects in the industry.”

The concession program of Fraport USA will focus on further enhancing the airport experience for passengers by leveraging the uniqueness of this capital region. As part of the approach, Fraport USA is committed to supporting small businesses from the region and the inclusion of a diverse range of vendors to cater to a wider audience.

Fraport USA will be partnering with Gina Merritt to form Fraport Washington Partnership LLC. Merritt holds a doctorate in social innovation and is a local minority business leader with a proven track record in supporting underserved communities through real estate and workforce development projects.