Partnerships with Lagardere Travel Retail and Gingers to Enrich the Commercial and Culinary Landscape of Both Airports

Fraport Twin Star Airport Management AD is pleased to announce the successful signing of new long-term concession agreements for retail and food & beverage outlets in the landside areas of Burgas Airport and Varna Airport. This marks a significant step forward in enhancing the passenger experience.

Following a competitive tender process, Lagardere Travel Retail has been awarded the Master Retail Concession, covering all landside retail outlets at both airports. Additionally, the current food & beverage operator, Gingers, along with Lagardere Travel Retail, has been awarded food & beverage concessions for various outlets at the airports.

The new contracts, each with a seven-year term, will bring substantial investments in renovation, refurbishment, and rebranding, ensuring a modern and diverse commercial offering tailored to the evolving needs of passengers. This strategic development aligns with Fraport Twin Star's commitment to delivering high-quality retail and dining experiences at Burgas and Varna airports.

"We are privileged to partner with Fraport Twin Star Airport Management AD in elevating the retail and dining landscape at Burgas and Varna airports. This collaboration not only highlights our commitment to enhance passenger experience but also emphasizes our dedication to provide a unique blend of international and local offering. Together with Fraport Twin Star Airport Management, we aim to create vibrant spaces that welcome travelers and reveal the charm of Bulgaria," said Mladen Yordanov, CEO of Lagardere Travel Retail Bulgaria.

„We would like to express our gratitude to Fraport Twin Star Airport Management AD for the opportunity to continue being their partner. We certainly believe that our shared dedication to high-quality service and flawless organization makes Varna and Burgas Airports not only convenient for travel but also a model of efficiency and hospitality. We highly appreciate Fraport Twin Star Airport Management AD's commitment to the development of both airports and their pursuit of innovation", said Gergana Grigorova, National Manager of Gingers café chain.

“We are excited to welcome our trusted partners, Lagardere Travel Retail and Gingers, on this journey to elevate the landside commercial landscape at Burgas Airport and Varna Airport,” said Svetlana Simeonova, Head of Commercial at Fraport Twin Star. “These agreements will not only bring leading international and local brands to our airports but also significantly enhance the overall passenger journey.”

Renovation works are set to commence in the coming months, with the first rebranded outlets expected to open before the summer season.

Burgas Airport and Varna Airport look forward to serving all passengers and guests with their characteristic high level of service quality and ensuring a pleasant stay for travelers!