Happy Juneteenth! Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally and internationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S. Also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, Juneteenth is an opportunity for all of us to reflect on the struggles and resilience of African Americans while honoring their rich heritage and achievements.
About us
Hudson is a travel experience company turning the world of travel into a world of opportunity by being the Traveler’s Best Friend in airports, commuter hubs, landmarks, and tourist locations across North America. Our team members care for travelers as friends at our travel convenience, specialty retail, duty free, and food and beverage destinations. At the intersection of travel and retail, we partner with landlords and vendors, and take innovative, commercial approaches to deliver exceptional value. Hudson is part of Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), a leading global travel experience player. With the traveler at its strategic core, Avolta maximizes every moment of the traveler’s journey through its combination of travel retail and travel food & beverage, passion for innovation and excellent execution. Avolta’s well-diversified business across geographical, channel and brand portfolio pillars operates in 75 countries and 1,200 locations, with 5,500 points of sale across three segments – duty-free, food & beverage and convenience – and various channels, including airports, motorways, cruises ferries, railway, border shops and downtown. An inherent element of Avolta’s business strategy is found in ESG, aiming for sustainable and profitable growth of the company while fostering high standards of environmental stewardship and social equity – making meaningful impact in the local communities. The company’s access to 2.3 billion passengers each year reinforces the power of it’s more than 60,000 people, committed to surprising guests and delivering solid execution, supporting the company in creating value for all stakeholders. To learn more about Avolta, please visit avoltaworld.com. To learn more about how Hudson can make your location a travel destination, please visit us at hudsongroup.com.
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https://www.hudsongroup.com/
External link for Hudson
- Industry
- Retail
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- East Rutherford, New Jersey
- Type
- Public Company
- Specialties
- Retail specialty stores in airports & transportation centers
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1 Meadowlands Plaza
East Rutherford, New Jersey 07073, US
Employees at Hudson
Updates
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🎉 We are proud to have 3 FABulous finalists in the 2025 FAB Awards, hosted by The Moodie Davitt Report. Winners will be announced at The Airport F&B + Hospitality Conference & Awards (FAB) in Barcelona on June 26. 🌟 Club Avolta – FAB Airport Food & Beverage Digital Initiative of the Year ➡️ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gseP42Sw 🌟 Paragon Tea Room, Vancouver International Airport (YVR; Vancouver Airport Authority) – FAB Airport Coffee or Tea Shop of the Year ➡️ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eTt8AuhY 🌟 Hello Summer, Midway Partnership – FAB Airport Food & Beverage Marketing Campaign of the Year ➡️ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e3h3p8JV Thank you to our many team members and partners who made this recognition possible!
🎉 Great Journeys Deserve Great Hospitality – Avolta Finalists at FAB 2025 🎉 We’re proud to share that several of our teams and concepts have been named official finalists for the FAB Awards 2025, the highly respected accolades in airport dining and hospitality. Congratulations to all those moving forward to the final round - this is a well-earned recognition of our teams creativity, drive, and commitment to excellence. Here is the list so far: • Amore - Bologna Airport • Chef Dabiz Muñoz (Hungry Club) - Madrid Int. Airport • GourmAut “a sandwich for inclusion” - Italy • Club Avolta • Fred’s - Coffee Party - Jones the Grocer - Dubai Int. Airport • FRESH - Gold Coast Airport • Kitchen by Open House - Kuala Lumpur Int. Airport • PIER ZERO x AMEX - Helsinki Airport • THE CORNER by Real Madrid - Madrid Int. Airport • Hello Summer - Midway Partnership - Chicago Midway Int. Airport • Hungry Club - Madrid Int. Airport • OMB Biergarten - Charlotte Douglas Int. Airport • Pier D - Zayed Int. Airport • Dallah Coffee - King Khalid Int. Airport • Exki - All’Antico Vinaio - Lievito - Fiumicino Airport • Sirkus Renaa - Stavanger Airport • T9 Premium Tea - Shanghai Pudong Airport • Paragon Tea Room - Vancouver Int. Airport • All’Antico Vinaio - Fiumicino Airport • Summit House - Calgary International Airport 🌟 As in previous years, the “Star Individual” and “Team” awards will be revealed during the gala ceremony itself—giving us all something extra to look forward to. We can’t wait to hear who the judges have chosen and to celebrate those who are making a real difference in our industry. To everyone who submitted an entry: thank you. Being nominated is an achievement in itself and a reflection of the outstanding talent across Avolta. We encourage you to keep raising the bar in delivering great service and creating moments that make travelers happier - that’s what truly sets us apart. We look forward to celebrating together at the FAB Awards gala in Barcelona, 25-26 June. The winners will be revealed during the Gala Dinner on the 26th - fingers crossed! Bologna Airport Aeropuerto de Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez jones the grocer Dubai Airports Gold Coast Airport Kuala Lumpur International Airport Helsinki Airport Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) - O'Hare & Midway International Airports Charlotte Douglas International Airport Abu Dhabi Airports King Khalid International Airport All'Antico Vinaio Lievito Rome Airport Alamo - Stavanger Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport Co., Ltd. Vancouver Airport Authority Calgary International Airport - YYC The Moodie Davitt Report The Airport F&B + Hospitality Conference & Awards (FAB)
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The journey through Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) has gotten more exciting! 🎉 Introducing Toronto Duty Free — our newest store in Terminal 3 offering travelers an array of products made in Canada alongside a curated selection of wine, spirits, and confections. Toronto Duty Free is the first of several new shops planned as part of our collaboration with Greater Toronto Airports Authority to elevate the retail experience at YYZ. “Our new Toronto Duty Free store greatly expands the duty-free offerings at Toronto Pearson and is the first phase of a significant retail revitalization taking place in the coming months and years,” said Ekaterina Herzig, Executive Vice President, Duty Free North America & Canada Operations, Avolta. “We are proud of our longstanding partnership with Greater Toronto Airports Authority as we continue to make travelers happier during their journey through Toronto Pearson — part of our vision to create a travel experience revolution.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/eCGJc6cz
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It was a pleasure to join Vancouver Airport Authority last week when its team hosted Martin Moodie of The Moodie Davitt Report at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). We are proud to be a part of the travel experience at YVR — and there was added excitement to spotlight our new Vancouver Duty Free store and share a taste of Paragon Tea Room, a finalist for the 2025 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards! Read the story on The Moodie Blog: https://lnkd.in/ebY-UvBC
✈️ Sharing this feature from The Moodie Blog that captures how Vancouver International Airport has redefined the travel experience through a powerful sense of place. 🏔️ From stunning runway views framed by the North Star mountains to the airport's architectural storytelling—like Pier D's forest atrium and nature‑inspired digital installations—YVR truly embodies the land, sea and sky ethos 🌱 Inside the terminals, a green wall, freshwater creek, aquarium, and live hemlock trees have been thoughtfully curated to enhance the passenger journey—creating moments of calm, connection, and inspiration 🛍️ And let’s not forget our newly refurbished 2,800m² World Duty Free store—an elevated retail experience that blends global standards with local character. Including a curated selection of British Columbian wines and iconic treats like the Nanaimo bar, every detail reflects our commitment to sense of place. Thoughtfully designed to align with the airport’s celebration of art, culture, and nature, the store invites travelers to discover an experience rooted in the spirit of British Columbia 👉 Why this matters: YVR is a destination airport, weaving culture, sustainability, art, and retail into a cohesive narrative, settings a new standard for passenger-centric environments. It’s a brilliant example of how places can feel local, authentic, and engaging at every touch point—especially in retail. ➡️https://lnkd.in/ebY-UvBC Let us know what stood out to you—was it the green spaces? The art? The curated retail journey? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️ Martin Moodie The Moodie Davitt Report Jordi Martin-Consuegra Brian Quinn Ekaterina Herzig Marilyn Bolomey Shayna Iglesias Ashley Davidson Raven Padgett Vancouver Airport Authority #TravelRetail #AirportDesign #SenseOfPlace #YVR #CustomerExperience #Sustainability #ArtInAirports #JourneyOn
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We’re excited for the debut of our new duty-free beauty boutique at Boston Logan International Airport - BOS, which has quickly become a popular shopping destination! The new boutique features exclusive fragrances and beauty brands, some of which can’t be found anywhere else in North America. At the heart of this luxe experience is our first Les Exclusifs de CHANEL collection in an airport. Travelers also can browse a selection of luxury cosmetics, premium sunglasses, and sophisticated timepieces. Thank you to Massachusetts Port Authority and MarketPlace Development for our longtime collaboration to bring elegance and a first-class shopping experience to travelers on their journey through Boston Logan!
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🌈 Celebrating Pride Month As June begins, we proudly celebrate Pride Month — a time to honor the LGBTQI+ community, reflect on progress made, and reaffirm our commitment to equality, inclusion, and belonging for all. At Hudson, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels seen, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves — not just during Pride Month, but every day of the year. 🏳️🌈 #PrideMonth #InclusionMatters #LGBTQI #BelongingAtWork
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Several of our Operations and Business Development leadership had the pleasure of participating in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s inaugural Gateway to Growth program and celebrate its first class of graduates. This program is aimed at equipping small business owners with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed and thrive in the world’s busiest airport — and it is our honor to have played a part. Thank you to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the City of Atlanta Department of Aviation for the opportunity to contribute — and congratulations to the Gateway to Growth Class of 2025!
Yesterday, we proudly celebrated the graduation of the first cohorts of ATL’s Gateway to Growth program, an FAA-approved initiative designed to educate, empower, and create real opportunities for small businesses in airport concessions. Hosted at the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), the event marked a major milestone in ATL’s mission to foster equitable access and long-term growth for local entrepreneurs. Special thanks to The Honorable Mayor Andre Dickens, General Manager Ricky Smith, Assistant General Manager Tyronia Smith, Esq., C.M., Keith M. Philpot, MBA, PMP, Scott Knight, Jay Bailey, Donata Russell Ross, Valerie Jackson, and all other stakeholders for their inspiring words and continued support. This is just the beginning. Through programs like Gateway to Growth and SOAR ATL, we are investing in the future of small business at the world’s busiest airport.
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We’re proud to share that Hudson was named as the ONLY retailer on Yelp’s 2024 “Most Loved Airport Brands”—an exclusive list of brands that travelers overwhelmingly choose as a valued part of their trip. Yelp analyzed millions of reviews and star ratings from across the U.S., and identified businesses that travelers don’t just visit—but truly love. Hudson is the preferred retailer to grab a book, local souvenir, or snack (and so much more!) before a flight and travelers consider it an essential part of their journey. Congratulations to the entire Hudson team for delivering an excellent travel experience every day!
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As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, our Los Angeles team joined Airport Marina Counseling Service for its Spring into Well Being celebration, an annual event to raise the funds necessary to continue its mission of providing the community with low-cost mental health services and training new mental health professionals. It is our pleasure to support AMCS and the community we serve every day at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
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