Are You Splurging on Food and Drink Before Departure? Your Airport Really Hopes So

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Airports are repositioning to cater to rising demand for dining but face lower fee income and big investment bills

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In 2024, more fliers than ever passed through London’s Heathrow Airport, spending more at its stores, the company running it said last week. Yet total revenue declined as Britain’s aviation regulator lowered the maximum fees the airport can charge to airlines.

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