Aena reveals major Barcelona Airport food & beverage tender at FAB + Hospitality Conference

Aena General Director of Commercial and Real Estate Maria José Cuenda revealed the opportunity at the ongoing 2025 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference in Barcelona.

Jun 25, 2025 - 17:20

Aena reveals major Barcelona Airport food & beverage tender at FAB + Hospitality Conference

SPAIN. Aena has announced a significant tender for food & beverage units at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, spanning 20,000sq m across terminals 1 and 2. The contract is expected to be from eight to 20 years.

Aena General Director of Commercial and Real Estate Maria José Cuenda revealed the opportunity at the ongoing 2025 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference in Barcelona (click here to view our rolling coverage).

**Aena General Director of Commercial and Real Estate Maria José Cuenda makes the announcement at the Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference in Barcelona today (25 June)**

**Executive Vice Chairman Javier Marín highlighted that Aena is the largest airport operator in the world by number of passengers**

Cuenda said, “We plan to include different F&B concepts and a variety in options, such as burgers and coffee. We are looking for a mix of local and international brands.

“As part of this event, I would like you to know our expansion plans for collaboration in the future.”

Aena Executive Vice Chairman Javier Marín added that the Spanish operator will expand Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat airports.

He said, “We reached an agreement less than ten days ago with the national and regional government to expand a runway at Barcelona Airport and build a new terminal. We will also expand capacity at Málaga-Costa del Sol, Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández, Gran Canaria and Tenerife Sur airports.

“We have a responsibility towards the Spanish society to help air transport grow. At the end of the day, tourism is a key contributor to a country’s economy.”

“We have to work together – airlines, airports, retailers and brands – to create an environment that is attractive, welcoming and truly representative of Spain’s culture and gastronomy.”

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