SSP
Reporting covers the operations, strategy, and financial performance of a major travel foodservice operator serving airports, train stations, and service areas across the UK and globally. We track brand partnerships, concession models, menu innovation, digital ordering, and consumer trends, offering insight for operators and suppliers focused on high-footfall, transit-led hospitality environments.
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Nov- 2023 -7 NovemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 07/11/23
Oakman Inns reported an EBITDA drop from £11m to £9.8m for the year ended June 2023 due to the impact of inflation. Despite this, the group’s sales were 8% higher than the previous year, totaling just under £70m, as like-for-like sales for the core Oakman Inns business increased by 4.1%.…
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7 NovemberPeople
SSP Group appoints new chief people officer
SSP Group has announced the appointment of Ann-Marie Murphy as its new chief people officer. She joins from The Gym Group, where she was chief operations officer. She has been with the gym operator since 2018, initially in the role of director of people and development. She was later promoted…
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Sep- 2023 -28 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 28/09/23
The former COO of Greene King, Richard Lewis, is set to become the new CEO of RedCat Pub Company, succeeding Phil Birbeck starting from 2 October. Lewis, with extensive experience in the retail and pub sectors, joined Greene King in 2011 and became COO in 2017. Prior to that, he…
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28 SeptemberPubs and Bars
Former Greene King COO joins RedCat as new CEO
RedCat Pub Company has announced the appointment of the former Greene King chief operating officer, Richard Lewis, as its new chief executive officer. He succeeds Phil Birbeck in the role, effective 2 October. Lewis has a long and extensive career in retail and has been in the pub sector since…
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21 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 21/09/23
SSP revenues are anticipated to reach £3bn for the year, spelling a 37% year-on-year increase and an EBITDA of £280m. This was due to recovery in passenger numbers, along with a stronger customer offer and digital presence. North America remains a key driver, while the UK and Ireland are expected…
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21 SeptemberNews
SSP expects revenues of £3bn amid strong trading
SSP Group has upped its guidance and is expecting revenues to be at 116% of 2019 levels for the 16 weeks between June and September. For the full year, group revenues are expected to be £3bn compared to £2.2bn in the prior year, representing growth of 37% year-on-year. EBITDA is…
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Aug- 2023 -18 AugustPeople
Loungers appoints new Cosy Club MD
The operator of Cosy Club and Brightside brands, Loungers, has announced the appointment of Lucy Knowles as the new managing director of Cosy Club effective from September. Prior to her appointment, Knowles was the managing director of London-based bar chain Corney and Barrow, later joining SSP as group marketing director. …
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10 AugustCatering Companies
SSP receives seven-year contract extension at London City Airport
SSP Group has been awarded a seven-year contract extension at London City Airport, which will see the opening of brand-new concepts, with Hithes set to mark its airport debut. The deal comes as part of a £12m upgrade of the departure lounge, which includes a revamp to the F&B offer…
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Jul- 2023 -28 JulyCatering Companies
The Mezz opens at Dublin airport
Dublin Airport has opened “The Mezz”, a new street food-style unit in Terminal 2 in partnership with SSP Group. The new unit offers six new food and beverage options to passengers, namely, Camile Thai, serving “Good Mood Thai Food”, Handsome Burger, a homegrown market-style restaurant serving what has been dubbed…
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21 JulyRestaurants
Soul + Grain opens new site at Newcastle International Airport
Soul + Grain has opened its new site at Newcastle International Airport in the airport departure lounge. The restaurant can seat up to 60 guests and features a contemporary design and free charging points. The menu offers a range of vegan, vegetarian and nutritionally-balanced food options including raspberry and chia…
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