SSP America opens Liberty Diner at Newark Liberty International Airport

SSP Group division SSP America has opened American eatery Liberty Diner at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

Paul Loupakos, vice president of business development at SSP Group, commented, “Liberty Diner and our two markets have been tailored specifically for EWR and will result in quality passenger experience that draws higher throughput and ultimately maximizes revenue.

“The concept of Liberty Diner is on trend given a current focus on nostalgia and elevated comfort food, but it also is a classic concept with broad appeal.”

Iris Messina, Westfield vice president, leasing, added, “We’re excited to partner with SSP America to continue enhancing the traveler experience at Newark Liberty Terminal B. A tribute to a classic American diner, Liberty Diner will surely delight customers and put smiles on their faces.”

Newark Liberty International Airport welcomes more than 40 million passengers per year, and employs approximately 21,000 people.

The airport contributes an estimated US$27.2bn in economic activity to the New York and New Jersey metropolitan region, generating around 188,000 jobs.