The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport has officially confirmed the news of selecting award-winning global airport hospitality leader Plaza Premium Group (PPG) to develop and operate two lounges, covering nearly 14,000 square feet and setting a new standard for service and comfort at JFK’s premier international gateway.
According to certain reports, the stated development packs together PPG’s Plaza Premium First lounge, which happens to be an exclusive ultra-premium lounge, geared towards setting a new benchmark in airport hospitality. More on the same would reveal how this space will feature the brand’s signature Infinity Room, available alongside bespoke services and personalized experiences tailored for the most discerning travelers.
Another detail worth a mention is rooted in the availability of a Plaza Premium Lounge which offers a welcoming space for guests departing out of the New Terminal One or who have just landed from their flight.
Thanks to the given effort, the New Terminal One will be home to six unique lounges, including four airline lounges, representing all three global airline alliances and the two independent lounges that will be operated by PPG and available to select airline customers, partners as well as walk-in guests.
“We are proud to bring Plaza Premium Group’s experience to JFK’s New Terminal One, marking an important milestone for our presence in the U.S.,” said Pascal Belanger, Senior Vice President, Americas, Plaza Premium Group. “With Plaza Premium First, Plaza Premium Lounge, and our ALLWAYS Meet & Assist service, we can offer travelers a seamless, elevated experience from curb to gate, while creating spaces that cater to the needs of discerning passengers. This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to redefining airport hospitality and providing memorable experiences for every traveler who passes through this world-class gateway.”
Talk about the whole value proposition on a slightly deeper level, we begin from Plaza Premium First lounge, which will be located beyond the security checkpoint, covering more than 9,300-square-foot. Here, guests can come expecting à la carte dining, curated menus, and a selection of handcrafted cocktails from a dedicated bar. On top of that, there is the Infinity Room, which is reserved for those seeking ultimate exclusivity.
The lounge essentially provides an elevated experience ideal for the ones seeking the level of comfort expected by first and business class passengers, offering a quiet sanctuary within the busiest international airport in the U.S.
As for the Plaza Premium lounge, it spans 4,200-square-foot Plaza Premium Lounge, providing a rare amenity in the arrivals hall.
Located near the curbside entrance of the New Terminal One, this lounge will offer you a calm oasis, inclusive of a premium amenities like fresh restaurant-quality food, a full bar, showers, and a business center.
The lounge in question, as a result of that, should be able to offer a welcoming retreat for different traveler archetypes, whether arriving guests seeking a refresh or shower before heading into the city, friends and family spending quality time with a departing loved one before check-in, or early arrivals looking for a comfortable place to relax, work, or freshen up before their flight.
Among other things, it ought to be acknowledged that, at launch, the New Terminal One will be home to leading airlines including Air France, KLM, Etihad, LOT Polish Airlines, Korean Air, EVA Air, Air Serbia, SAS, Neos, Philippine Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air New Zealand, Royal Air Maroc, Air China, China Airlines, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, and EGYPTAIR.
It will be markedly built on sites currently occupied by Terminal 1 and the former Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, where it will anchor JFK’s south side.
We also need to touch upon how New Terminal One is a key component for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport into a world-class gateway, which will include two new terminals, the modernization and expansion of two existing terminals, a new ground transportation center, and an entirely new, simplified roadway network.
“We are delighted to partner with Plaza Premium Group, a global innovator renowned for reimagining airport hospitality,” said Jennifer Aument, Chief Executive Officer, The New Terminal One. “Their lounge offerings align perfectly with our mission to create an unparalleled guest experience.”
