SSP Canada strengthens its market presence

SSP News Release 19-November-2008

SSP’s expansion of food and beverage services at YVR expected to bring more than 100 full-time jobs and an estimated US$60 million in revenue to Vancouver economy.

 

LANSDOWNE, VA – SSP Canada, the Canadian division of SSP, the leading operator of food and beverage brands in travel locations worldwide, announced today that it has won a 7-year contract for 3 quick service restaurants and an 8-year contract for a casual dining restaurant at Canada’s second busiest airport, Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

 

The contracts are expected to generate an estimated US$60 million in revenue and create more than 100 full-time jobs.

 

Graham Clarke, Chair, Vancouver Airport Authority Board of Directors, said “YVR’s goal to continue to develop as a premier global gateway, made the selection of SSP, the leading operator of food and beverage internationally, a natural partnership. We are confident that SSP’s experience and passion for food will provide the millions of travellers flying through Vancouver with an exceptional range of quality options.”

 

“We are pleased to bolster SSP’s growing presence and competitive position in the Canadian market with such an internationally recognized airport as Vancouver,” said Pat Murray, Senior Vice President, Business Development for SSP Canada. “Our knowledge of the consumer coupled with our culinary expertise will provide for an outstanding food & beverage program that truly enhances the experience of travellers and reflects the rich culture of Vancouver”.

 

Construction at YVR will begin in early 2009.

This announcement comes on the heels of SSP’s lucrative contract win at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.