SSP Group has secured a new 10-year contract at Dublin Airport by bringing the best of Ireland’s local food scene to the airport. The deal will see SSP trade 24 units at the airport, and once the investment programme has been completed, is expected to contribute approximately 40-50m euros revenue per annum by 2023. Mobilisation of the units commenced earlier this month, and they will be rebranded over time to incorporate a mix of international brands, local Irish brands and partnerships with local suppliers as well as new concepts.
The new facilities are set to transform the food and beverage offering, improve passenger experience and make Dublin Airport a true dining destination for passengers. About 200 people will transfer to SSP from the existing units, adding to the team of more than 300 colleagues already employed by SSP at the airport. In addition to renowned international brands, SSP is introducing a significant number of well-known and up-and-coming local brands to the airport to provide an authentic Irish experience whilst showcasing the best of Ireland’s vibrant food and beverage scene. This includes:
- Handsome Burger - the Galway based Burger offer, voted the “Best Burger in Ireland”
- 3fe - the Colin Harmon-led team roasting and serving exceptional coffee across Dublin
- Camile Thai Kitchen - Irish headquartered international healthy food chain with 26 branches, voted most sustainable restaurant in Ireland
- Cloud Picker Coffee Roasters - Based in Pearse St, Dublin city’s first micro roastery
- Offbeat Donut Co. - with 11 Dublin stores, bringing “magic” every day in the form of fresh donuts
- Bretzel Bakery - a multi-award winning artisan bakery renowned for its breads and pastries since 1870