JFK Terminal 8

05/07/2025

Travelers looking for a quiet and functional space to work, rest, or relax before their flight will be delighted to find Minute Suites in the newly reimagined John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 8, where they can work, relax or recharge.

“Minute Suites is the perfect addition to our world-class lineup at JFK Terminal 8,” said Ian Carter, Vice President of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. “This new location aligns perfectly with our vision to transform JFK Terminal 8 into a traveler-focused terminal that combines convenience, comfort, and innovation.”

04/29/2025

Giving local, small businesses an opportunity to connect directly with prime operators at John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 8 is one of our most rewarding programs.

More than 200 small businesses and entrepreneurs from our Queens and New York communities pitched their local products to representatives from Hudson and HMSHost in hopes of landing on terminal store shelves.

Thank you to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, American Airlines, HMS Host, Hudson, Avolta , and most importantly, our local businesses!

03/31/2025

Calling all New York City businesses and entrepreneurs interested in connecting with HMSHost and Hudson about product opportunities at John F. Kennedy International Airport's Terminal 8. Don’t miss your chance to pitch your products directly to the global travel retail company.

Register today for our in-person product event. This is just one of our ongoing community events providing local businesses the opportunity to do business at JFK.

https://www.thenewjfkt8.com/en-US/blog/4-17-urw-small-business-retail-opportunities-jfk-airport-product-w-avolta/

04/29/2024

Applications are open now for retail kiosks!!!

Applications now open for four turnkey retail kiosks as part of the URW Airports Local Small Business Retail Accelerator.

Businesses do not need to have previous airport experience to apply. Applications are due Friday, May 31 at 5 p.m. ET.

Follow the link to learn more about this opportunity:

Read the most recent news regarding commercial development at New JFK T8.

03/27/2024

🎨 Exciting News Alert! 🎨

JFK Terminal 8, in collaboration with Vaughn Bentley Creative, hosted their inaugural Artist Open Call at the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL).

Over 40 artists attended to exchange ideas and explore opportunities. In the following weeks we received over 130 submissions to participate.

Three artists will be selected to have their original artwork exhibited, alongside Vaugh Bentley Creative, in a seasonal showcase within JFK Terminal 8.

We're immensely grateful to the Queens artist community for their overwhelming support. Your creativity and passion drive us forward! We look forward to collaborating on this and future showcases with you!

Be sure to follow for updates on the showcase, exhibit theme, and the amazing artists who will be participating. 🎨🗽✈

11/30/2023

Calling all Local retail and food and beverage businesses interested in learning about upcoming opportunities and how to prepare for our Retail Accelerator program and food hall.

Come meet the URW JFK T8 Team and discuss upcoming opportunities. We're excited to learn more about your business and how we can help. See you there!

RSVP Required: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JFKT8Acc

09/20/2023

9/21 Virtual Event: JFK T8 Safety
As part of the T8 expansion, JFK T8 Partners will be redeveloping the commercial program to provide a world-class experience in New York travel.

Date: Sept. 21, 2023 | 12-1 p.m. ET

Register Here: https://www.thenewjfkt8.com/en-US/events/

Who Should Attend: Construction/subcontracting trade firms interested in upcoming bidding opportunities at JFK T8 in Architecture, Engineering & Construction.

What to Expect: Learn about aspects of building and working safely in an airport, including construction site safety, emergency preparedness and environmental and health concerns.

08/03/2023

Reminder for today's VIRTUAL event! Calling all construction trade subcontractors interested in upcoming bidding opportunities on the JFK T8 Concession Redevelopment program. Register NOW to join today's virtual session and preview the Holt Construction Bid Packages #1 & #2.

Who Should Attend: Construction trade subcontractors interested in upcoming bidding opportunities at T8 through Holt Construction. What to Expect: Discover the specific subcontracting opportunities through Holt Construction Packages #1 & #2 and learn about the bidding process and how to prepare.

07/31/2023

Looking to get involved in concessions at JFK T8? Register now for our VIRTUAL Introduction to Airport Concessions Opportunities tomorrow, Aug. 1. If you are a prospective business or entrepreneur interested in upcoming retail, food & beverage or retail product opportunities at T8 then this session is for you. Look forward to seeing you there! Register here: https://www.thenewjfkt8.com/en-US/events/

07/25/2023

Calling firms in architecture, design, engineering, and/or construction trade subcontractors...interested in contracting opportunities that will become available at JFK T8? Register today for this virtual event to meet the team, learn about the redevelopment project, and discover the types of opportunities across the 24-month redevelopment at this informational session. Register now through the link below:

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PtCQYOnRSU-5CZUtwxprAg #/registration

07/21/2023

The excitement keeps coming. The new JFK T8 will elevate and modernize the overall aesthetic and provide a complete redesign and expansion of the concessions program, including dining, retail, duty-free shopping, entertainment spaces and new digitally enabled experiences for customers. The connection to the Queens and New York City communities will be at the forefront of this redevelopment, from design and construction to operating opportunities for local business owners. Read more about what's to come, including upcoming business opportunity events.

JFK T8 Partners looking to partner with local, diverse businesses - Airport Community - Metropolitan Airport News