DELTA AIR LINES AND OTG REVEAL NEW YORK-THEMED DINING OFFER AT TRANSFORMED LAGUARDIA TERMINAL C

Delta Air Lines and OTG reveal New York-themed
dining offer at transformed LaGuardia Terminal C
USA. The new Delta Air Lines-dedicated Terminal C at New York LaGuardia Airport has officially opened,
featuring a strong locally-themed dining offer developed by OTG Management. The terminal opens to travellers
on 4 June.

Governor Kathy Hochul, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Executive Director Rick Cotton, Delta
Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian and OTG CEO Rick Blatstein formally announced the opening, which marks the
substantial completion of the US$8 billion upgrade of LaGuardia Airport, six years after construction began. It
follows the full opening of Terminal B earlier this year.

OTG said its aim was to deliver an immersive, high-tech experience that highlights local cuisine and embodies the divers
of New York City

At a cost of US$4 billion – including a US$500 million investment by the Port Authority for new roadways and
supporting infrastructure – Terminal C represents Delta’s largest ever investment in an airport facility.

At 1.3 million square feet, the new terminal is +85% larger than the two Delta terminals it is replacing. It
consolidates access to 37 gates through a single arrivals and departures hall. The facility includes +80% more
concession space than Delta’s former terminals, with 95% of those new concessions located after security.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces the opening of the new Terminal C; click above for video highlights
from the ceremony

Local favourites in partnership with OTG include Bubby’s, Sunday Supper Trattoria, Chuko Ramen and
Starbucks.

Stellar Partners is opening speciality retail stores Buzzfeed News, Beekman 1802, MAC, Le Labo, Briggs &
Riley, Patricia Nash and True to New York. Terminal C will also be home to the newest and largest Delta Sky
Club in the system, across over 34,000sq ft when complete, with seating for nearly 600 guests.

Throughout the terminal, floor-to-ceiling windows ensure the space is filled with natural light by day.

Technological features include a hands-free bag drop and Digital ID screening capabilities. A kerbside check-in
building will allow passengers who are already checked-in to get to the security screening area more quickly.
Dynamic signage in the TSA queue will display passenger wait times and will allow queuing zones to be

adjusted based on passenger demand.

Six public art works curated by the Queens Museum reflects the cultural diversity of Queens. These are the
creations of artists Mariam Ghani, Rashid Johnson, Aliza Nisenbaum, Virginia Overton, Ronny Quevedo and
Fred Wilson.

Works include sculptures and painted ceramic murals that span the building’s multi-floor light-filled entry
space, as well as baggage claim and other areas throughout the terminal. Each art work aims to tell a compelling
story about the city’s immigrant history, its people and the importance of celebrating diversity throughout the
region.

OTG CEO Rick Blatstein meets Governor Hochul (left) at the official opening and walks the terminal with Delta Air Lin
CEO Ed Bastian (right)

“A world-class destination”
“The transformation of a LaGuardia Airport into a world-class destination that is internationally recognised for
its beauty is an integral part of our bold vision for a new era in New York,” Governor Hochul said. “The
opening of Delta’s US$4 billion Terminal C will help provide a state-of-the-art passenger experience, easing
connections and creating lasting impressions. Congratulations to all who made today’s milestone possible as we

finish creating a whole new LaGuardia Airport worthy of New York.”

Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton said: “In a word, the new Terminal C is magnificent, an
architectural gem that dwarfs the facilities it replaces in size, style and functionality. It represents 21st century
air travel that is world class in every respect – which can now be said of the entire whole new LaGuardia
Airport, which six years ago was among the most reviled in the nation. Today proves what our region can
accomplish when we really put our collective will behind such an ambitious goal.”

Delta CEO Ed Bastian said: “Today marks a new beginning for Delta customers and employees at our
LaGuardia hub with the opening of this remarkable new terminal. It’s been more than a decade since Delta
committed to growing – and winning – in New York, and we’ve been unwavering in our efforts to become New
York City’s number one airline.

“It is thanks to the 10,000 New York-based Delta people that we have been able to invest nearly US$7 billion in
New York airports since 2010, deliver the products and experiences our New York customers deserve, and
become part of the fabric of the New York community that means so much to so many of us.”

Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole said: “The Port Authority remains wholly committed to improving its
customer experience and its facilities across the region, and here at LaGuardia Airport we are seeing this take
shape in a truly remarkable and inspiring fashion.

“The design of Delta’s new Terminal C creates a bright, welcoming environment for travellers, airline and
airport employees. The entire LaGuardia team worked tirelessly toward building a world-class airport, and we
couldn’t be prouder.”

More visuals of the OTG concepts at the ambitiously designed new terminal

OTG Management CEO Rick Blatstein said: “We’re beyond excited to partner with Delta on the long-
anticipated opening of the new Terminal C. Delta continues to deliver top-tier service that is entirely focused on
the customer experience and OTG also stands by those values.

“It was important for us to work with Delta to secure local partners for this terminal including collaborating
with New York illustrator John P. Dessereau to drawing inspiration from Italian neighborhoods such New York
City’s Arthur Avenue in The Bronx.

“We’re also proud to be serving Orwashers Artisanal Buns, Pat LaFrieda Meats, Queen’s-based Hella Cocktail
Co, Butcher Girls Hot Dogs, LIC Beer Project and produce from the Hudson Valley at our local restaurants such
as Bubby’s, Chuko Ramen and more.

“Our goal is to bring guests an immersive and high-tech experience that really highlights authentic cuisine from
local restaurants that truly embody the diversity of New York. With our latest technology, customers will have
more flexibility over their airport experience by ordering what they want, from where they want, right from their
mobile device.”

OTG’s concepts and product strategy
Delta & OTG have teamed up to bring guests an immersive, high-tech experience in Delta’s new LaGuardia

Concourse E. Sourcing locally was a key feature of the new concepts for the terminal. The partners will serve
Orwashers Artisanal Buns, Pat LaFrieda Meats and produce from Little Leaf Farms at the restaurants and also
drew inspiration from Italian neighborhoods such New York City’s Arthur Avenue in The Bronx. To enhance
the experience, OTG’s innovative tech solution floXgen is designed to make the customer experience easy to
use for ordering.

Bubby’s

New York City’s “cozy, boozy restaurant and pie shop”, Bubby’s was opened by Chef & Owner Ron Silver on
Thanksgiving Day 1990. Menu items include crispy fried chicken, traditional pancakes, pies and homemade
buttermilk biscuits.

Sunday Supper

The concept focuses on traditional Italian-American staples focused on “approachable, authentic home cooking
at its best”, said the partners.

Poppy’s Bagels to Chuko Ramen

The fast-casual Poppy’s Bagels is Chuko Ramen’s breakfast concept and offers fresh baked New York style
bagels & homemade spreads made with simple, fresh, high-quality ingredients. Chuko is Brooklyn’s first
artisanal ramen shop, opened in late Summer 2011 by owners Jamison Blankenship and David Koon.

Eggy Weggy to Essex Burger

The concept Eggy Weggy is Essex Burger’s breakfast concept and offers a variety of classic breakfast
sandwiches along with a build-your-own option. Essex Burger’s menu is chef-driven and features fresh, locally
sourced ingredients.

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