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South Metro Development Outlook (SMDO) continues to transform the region with Annual Conference

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Friday, February 17, 2023

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ATLANTA, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 21st Annual South Metro Development Outlook (SMDO23) Conference, to be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 7:00am-2:00pm, at the Georgia International Convention Center, is returning with a powerhouse line-up of elected officials, industry experts, and corporate executives from across the South Metro region.

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Elected officials and industry professionals set to lead largest summit in the South Metro Region.
ATLANTA, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 21st Annual South Metro Development Outlook (SMDO23) Conference, to be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 7:00am-2:00pm, at the Georgia International Convention Center, is returning with a powerhouse line-up of elected officials, industry experts, and corporate executives from across the South Metro region.
"If you are a resident in South Metro Atlanta, you are a stakeholder who should be a part of transforming the southern crescent's economy for the future.
For more conference details or to purchase tickets visit smdoconference.com.

American Express Opens 16,000 Square Foot Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport

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Saturday, December 31, 2022

Today American Express (NYSE:AXP) reopened the newly expanded Centurion Lounge at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

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Today American Express (NYSE:AXP) reopened the newly expanded Centurion Lounge at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221231005003/en/
American Express Opens 16,000 Square Foot Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport (Photo: Business Wire)
“We’re excited to head into the new year with the opening of our Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport,” stated Pablo Rivero, Vice President & General Manager, Global Lounge Experiences.
The wine flights will rotate seasonally, starting today with a Sonoma Chardonnay flight and a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon flight:
“As San Francisco is globally known for its world-class wine, the wine menu in the Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport is fully dedicated to highlighting local California grapes,” said Anthony Giglio, sommelier and Centurion Lounge Wine Director.
American Express continues to enhance the Centurion Lounge network through new locations and expanding existing lounges.

Leidos Selected to Upgrade Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's Security Checkpoints

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

RESTON, Va., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE 500 science and technology leader, today announced the company was selected by New-South Synergy to upgrade U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

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RESTON, Va., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE 500 science and technology leader, today announced the company was selected by New-South Synergy to upgrade U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
The upgrade will update security lanes at the Domestic Terminal Main Security Checkpoint with Leidos' Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT).
"The introduction of these new security technologies will enhance airport security operations, while improving the overall experience for Atlanta travelers."
To learn more about Leidos security detection solutions, with more than 24,000 products deployed across 120 countries, please visit www.leidos.com/security-detection .

Latest Upgraded Points Survey Reveals Biggest Airport Pet Peeves, U.S. Airlines With the Most Complaints, Mishandled Baggage, Cancellations, and More

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Monday, December 5, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points' latest data study reveals the airlines that received the most complaints in 2022, as well as who ranked highest for cancellations, mishandled bags, and delayed arrivals. To find the biggest flight pet peeves, the company also surveyed flyers about their travel woes—From stale air to crying babies, forced small talk, lack of legroom, and more.

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AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points' latest data study reveals the airlines that received the most complaints in 2022, as well as who ranked highest for cancellations, mishandled bags, and delayed arrivals.
"The biggest pet peeves people have about their inflight trips are usually related to the operations themselves," said Alex Miller, Founder of Upgraded Points.
The top airlines with the most complaints overall include Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air.
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Upgraded Points is a travel company that provides insider strategies for maximizing travel points and rewards.

FAPA and Wheels Up to Host Pilot Hiring Event in Atlanta

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Pilot career consulting company Future & Active Pilot Advisors (FAPA) is partnering with one of the largest private aviation companies in the world, Wheels Up, to host the Wheels Up Pilot Hiring Event on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from 8 am-5 pm at the Atlanta Airport Marriott (4711 Best Road Atlanta, GA, 30337).

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Pilot career consulting company Future & Active Pilot Advisors (FAPA) is partnering with one of the largest private aviation companies in the world, Wheels Up, to host the Wheels Up Pilot Hiring Event on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from 8 am-5 pm at the Atlanta Airport Marriott (4711 Best Road Atlanta, GA, 30337).
The Wheels Up Pilot Hiring Event follows the New York-City based companys recent announcement of their new Member Operations Center (MOC) to open next year in Chamblee, GA and its recent partnership with Delta Air Lines Propel Pilot Career Path Program.
Wheels Up, the only private aviation company on the NYSE, will hold an exclusive pilot recruiting and hiring event near the Atlanta Airport this Wednesday, November 16.
Individuals with pilot-in-command experience in various aircraft are invited to register for this free event, says Tim Genc, chief advisor and executive editor of FAPA.

XWELL, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XWELL, Inc. (Nasdaq: XWEL), a leading global health and wellness holding company, today reported results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2022.

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NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XWELL, Inc. (Nasdaq: XWEL), a leading global health and wellness holding company, today reported results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2022.
Cost of sales decreased to $9.3 million in the third quarter of 2022 from $13.7 million in the prior year third quarter, primarily as a result of the Company closing underperforming XpresCheck locations during the quarter.
Loss from operations was $7.65 million in the third quarter of 2022 compared to income from operations of $7.1 million in the prior year third quarter.
Net loss attributable to common shareholders was $7.2 million in the third quarter of 2022 compared to net income attributable to common shareholders of $5.6 million in the prior year third quarter.

City of Atlanta Selects SP+ Corporation to Enhance Airport Parking & Shuttle Operations

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

The joint venture brings together decades of airport operational expertise and industry leading technologies from SP+ paired with Red Bridge Consultings local talent and in-depth knowledge of the Atlanta market.

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The joint venture brings together decades of airport operational expertise and industry leading technologies from SP+ paired with Red Bridge Consultings local talent and in-depth knowledge of the Atlanta market.
Our parking and shuttle operations serve a critical function at ATL and we look forward to this partnership, said Katie Stanciel, Director of Parking for the City of Atlanta.
Under the new contract, SPRB manages the operations for nearly 34,000 parking spaces in five garages and four surface lots located within the ATL campusplus the transportation of 70 shuttle buses.
Our goal is to optimize landside parking and transportation operations for the Airport, while creating a frictionless travel experience for visitors and employees from the moment they step foot on the property.

Chicago O’Hare Replaces London Heathrow As No. 1 Most Connected Airport

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

While London Heathrow (LHR) maintained its first-place ranking among European hubs, its global ranking dropped from #1 in 2019 to #22 this year.

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While London Heathrow (LHR) maintained its first-place ranking among European hubs, its global ranking dropped from #1 in 2019 to #22 this year.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Frankfurt Airport (FRA) experienced similar drops, falling out of the top 10 to #27 and #30.
U.S. airports dominated the global Megahubs, with Chicago OHare (ORD; #1), Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW; #2) and Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL; #3) finishing as the top three most connected airports in the world.
The most connected Megahub in Asia Pacific is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) as Hong Kong International Airport dropped out of the Top 50.

Atlanta Airport and Southwest Airlines Test A&K Robotics’ Self-Driving Technology

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

These self-driving pods empower travelers to navigate airports more easily and independently from reaching the gates to getting food at restaurants.

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These self-driving pods empower travelers to navigate airports more easily and independently from reaching the gates to getting food at restaurants.
A&Ks autonomous technology is being tested at the Atlanta Airports departure level in Concourse C, in collaboration with Southwest Airlines.
To see our innovation being considered by Atlanta Airport to enhance the travel experience of passengers with limited mobility, is exhilarating.
We are looking forward to collaborating with the Airport Authority and the Southwest team to bring the best experience possible for the PRMs.

XpresSpa Group Reports Second Quarter 2022 Results

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Monday, August 15, 2022

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NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XpresSpa Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XSPA), a travel health and wellness company, today reported that it has filed financial results on Form 10-Q for the second quarter ending June 30, 2022.
This is the first of 5 new XpresSpa locations expected to open at Istanbul Airport by the end of 2022.
Cost of sales increased to $12.4 million from $7.7 million in the prior year second quarter primarily due to the increased costs to operate the XpresCheck locations, and the reopening of certain XpresSpa locations that were temporarily closed during the second quarter of 2021.
Net loss attributable to common shareholders was $7.9 million compared to $4.5 million in the prior year second quarter.