SSP Group plc

Earlier this year, we completed the acquisition of ARE in Australia, expanding our presence in the country and welcoming around 1,500 new colleagues. As part of the integration of the business into SSP, we implemented a number of initiatives to enhance collaboration and create a sense of belonging across the teams. Hayley Bell has joined the SSP team this year as part of the integration and is celebrating her 15-year career milestone. When Hayley first joined ARE, she started as a Front Counter Team Member for Hungry Jacks at the Gold Coast Airport. Today she is General Manager of the Business Unit and National Hungry Jack’s Operations Manager. Hayley’s highlight of joining SSP was the warm welcome from the wider team. She was impressed by how quickly everyone came together to support one another as well as the establishment of an open channel of communication and training implementation to help streamline the transition.     Hayley has said the most rewarding aspect of her role is being able to inspire a team while witnessing their growth and success. The best part of Hayley’s journey has been the opportunity to rebuild her life for herself and her daughter, while overcoming personal challenges. Hayley is a proud mum and her passion has even inspired her daughter to join the airport retail industry – and they are now colleagues! If you’d like to join SSP, click then click the link to view our global opportunities: https://lnkd.in/d2A9Czv7 #WeAreSSP #TheBestPartOfTheJourney #LifeAtSSP SSP Australia & New Zealand SSP Asia Pacific

Today, our team was joined by some special guests to open the first Marks and Spencer Food store in a travel location in Northern Ireland at the new Translink Belfast Grand Central Station. Whether on their daily commute or visiting the city, we’re open daily for shoppers to enjoy a range of M&S favourites, such as the freshly stocked in-store bakery and popular ‘Food to Go’ range including locally-sourced options from Newry-based supplier; Around Noon. We also have lots of well-loved treats, including the iconic Percy Pigs and Colin the Caterpillars to keep you fuelled throughout the day. Kari Daniels, CEO of SSP UK & Ireland, said: “We have a long-standing relationship with M&S Food and are excited to open our first store together in Northern Ireland. I’m confident that the powerful combination of M&S’s premium food range and our travel retail expertise will make this store a convenient and welcome stop for passengers at Belfast Grand Central Station.”

We’re excited to announce our recent contract win to operate our first units at Vilnius Airport, Lithuania.   We will be introducing a mix of our own brands favourites (Ritazza, Upper Crust, Soul + Grain and Factory), international franchise Burger King®, and a bespoke concept, Vilnius Bar & Bistro, which will provide those passing through the airport with an authentic taste of Lithuania along with international favourites.   You can read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eKcNfTAN Lithuanian Airports #WeAreSSP #LifeAtSSP #TheBestPartOfTheJourney

BrewDog at Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station, Point at Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Soul + Grain at Jeddah International Airport – these are just some of the great new units we opened last month. See some more examples of the fantastic units we opened in October below. Thank you to our teams around the world who have worked hard to open these units and welcome our customers. #WeAreSSP #LifeAtSSP #TheBestPartOfTheJourney SSP UK & Ireland SSP EEME SSP Norway SSP Asia Pacific SSP Thailand

The opening of the new terminal at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi this year was exciting, and we were proud to open nine new units at our Food Park alongside a Butler’s Chocolate Café.   Our SSP EEME team worked closely with the airport team to ensure that Food Park appealed to the wide range of travellers who pass through this international hub. Food Park, which spans 1,770 square metres and is located airside, accommodates up to 700 guests and mixes internationally recognised brands, local offerings and bespoke regional influenced cuisines like Burger King, Ritazza and Levito, so there is something for everyone.   Our team implemented many sustainable practices during the build and operation of the new units, including the use of reclaimed wood, water-based air-conditioning to reduce the consumption of energy and the introduction of operational efficiencies to reduce the impact on the environment.   At the 2024 The Airport F&B + Hospitality Conference & Awards (FAB), Food Park was highly commended in the Airport Food Hall of The Year category. See photos of our fantastic Food Park below. Abu Dhabi Airports SSP EEME   #WeAreSSP #TheBestPartOfTheJourney

At SSP, we believe that respect for human rights is fundamental to our business and the communities we serve. We are committed to upholding and safeguarding these rights throughout our global operations and supply chain. That’s why we’re taking action this Anti-Slavery Week. We’re proud to announce that we have become members of Slave-Free Alliance (SFA), a global social enterprise dedicated to eradicating modern slavery and forced labour in organisations and supply chains worldwide. Our work with SFA is already underway. We’re actively collaborating with their expert team to review our management approach to human rights and modern slavery. Their insight and support will be crucial in strengthening our approach, helping ensure we uphold the highest human rights standards at SSP. 💡 Learn more about the vital work of Slave-Free Alliance: www.slavefreealliance.org/ Hope for Justice and Slave-Free Alliance

We’re continuing to bring our customers great experiences, with another busy month of exciting new unit openings.   Our teams have worked hard and look forward to welcoming customers for the best part of their journey!   See some of the fantastic units we opened in September below.   #WeAreSSP #TheBestPartOfTheJourney SSP UK & Ireland SSP Australia & New Zealand SSP Asia Pacific SSP France Belgique Luxembourg Italie SSP Spain

This morning, we released our fourth quarter trading update, covering the three months from 1 July to September 30, 2024. Good underlying trading momentum has continued through to the end of the financial year with strong Q4 revenue growth of c.15% year-on-year (on a constant currency basis), including like-for-like sales of 6%. We'd like to thank our teams across the world for their continued hard work, delivering our purpose of being the best part of the journey. You can read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eSQDzp_w #BestPartOftheJourney #WeAreSSP

We have officially opened our new wine bar and restaurant, The Vinery at Heathrow Terminal 2. Featuring an extensive wine list and curated food menu, The Vinery offers all-day dining and space to have a glass of fizz, including those by Gusbourne, coffee or a cocktail in a relaxed setting. The menu focuses on dishes made-to-order using high quality ingredients from local producers and includes a recommended wine pairing to enhance the dining experience. SSP UK & Ireland’s CEO Kari Daniels said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Heathrow passengers to this stunning new venue, which is truly one of a kind. We have a long-standing partnership with the airport, where we’ve had success operating Starbucks and M&S Simply Food, and now we are operating our first bar in Terminal 2. Heathrow has an outstanding global reputation and we’re delighted to enhance this through our new concept, which we’re confident will make the customer experience even better.” Read more here https://lnkd.in/gaHEynRY

What an incredible start to a career! Meet Peter Wagner, a General Manager in Austria who was drawn to the hospitality industry by star chef, Jamie Oliver. "Jamie Oliver is the reason I work in hospitality". Growing up, Peter used to watch Jamie Oliver and that's what inspired him to learn more about the industry. Joining SSP as a team member for the Jamie Oliver Restaurants brand was a childhood dream come true. In his first weeks at SSP, Peter flew from Austria to the UK for his onboarding training at The Jamie Oliver Group and had the unique opportunity to meet none other than Jamie Oliver himself! Talk about an unforgettable experience, right at the beginning of Peter's SSP journey. Peter now works across a number of brands which continue to inspire him. When we asked Peter why he thinks SSP is unique, he said " SSP is a global business, but we are able to operate on a local scale. It's incredible to work with a large number of brands daily and build connections with so many of our partners. For me, it boils down to one word: 'opportunities'." Visit https://lnkd.in/d2A9Czv7 to start your journey with us. #WeAreSSP #LifeAtSSP #TheBestPartOfTheJourney