Concessionaires to invest in new outlets at Glasgow Airport

Close to £4 million is to be spent on new catering and retail offerings at Glasgow Airport that the Scottish gateway believes will help enhance the overall passenger experience.

The investment by several retailers at the airport includes the introduction of two new restaurants, upgrades to existing retail units both airside and landside and enhancements to the departure lounge.

These improvements will ensure that passengers have access to a wider choice of catering and retail stores.

Projects include a new Sanford’s American Diner to replace the current Frankie & Benny’s restaurant; the launch of a new Italian café bar brand Primo Volo in the main departure lounge; and enhancements to the current Bird and Signet bar and kitchen.

In addition, the existing Stack & Still pancake unit is being relocated and a new Accessorize store and Travelex unit will be opened as part of the revamp.

Run by TRGC, one of the UK’s largest travel hub hospitality operators, the family friendly Sanford’s American Diner is an exciting new addition to the airport and will offer milkshakes, pizza, chicken, waffles, burgers and more when the store opens in August.

Another new addition will be Primo Volo, a new pasta and spritz bar offering ciabatta sandwiches, pasta dishes complimented with Italian cocktails for passengers. The restaurant is scheduled to open its doors in July.

Tom Hack, group retail director at AGS Airports, said: “Our continued investment in Glasgow Airport’s retail and passenger experience reflects our commitment to providing an excellent journey for all travellers.

“We are excited to see these improvements take shape over the coming months, starting with the refurbishment of Boots.

“The upgrades, which include enhancements to both airside and landside retail units as well as the departure lounge, will ensure passengers have access to modern, high-quality facilities while passing through the airport.”

The investment is part of a larger development programme that includes a comprehensive transformation of Glasgow Airport’s main terminal building delivering best in class operational and retail facilities for passengers.

The programme will also direct investment into airfield infrastructure and energy efficiency initiatives.