Avolta secures major dining contract at Toronto Pearson Dienstag, 17. Februar 2026 - 18:32

Basel, Switzerland
17 February 2026

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Avolta secures major dining contract at Toronto Pearson 

Avolta (SIX: AVOL) today announced it has secured a new 12-year contract with Toronto Pearson International (YYZ), Canada’s busiest airport. Expanding on its longstanding partnership, the agreement will see Avolta’s HMSHost transform the dining experience across more than 5,300 m2 (57,500 ft2) in Terminals 1 and 3, introducing some of the most beloved Canadian brands. The win further strengthens Avolta’s position in North America.

Beginning in early 2026, the company will introduce a lineup of local favorites including Mary Brown’s Chicken, OEB Kitchen + Bar, and Libretto Slice Shop. HMSHost is also expanding its collaboration with award-winning Canadian chef Roger Mooking to launch a new F&B concept, following the success of his restaurant Twist by Roger Mooking in Terminal 1.

“This is an exciting evolution of a partnership between HMSHost and Toronto Pearson that began nearly 25 years ago,” said Steve Johnson, President and CEO, North America, Avolta. “Over the years of collaboration, we have created a world-class traveler experience at Toronto Pearson and now, together, we are raising the bar to usher in the future.”

“Airports are evolving into vibrant culinary destinations,” said Deborah Flint, President and CEO of Toronto Pearson. “From full-service dining to convenient grab-and-go options, we’re excited to partner with HMSHost to bring fresh and diverse food experiences to our passengers as they travel through Toronto Pearson.” 

The concessions refresh will also include revamped menus and enhanced digital engagement at longtime dining favorites among visitors to Toronto Pearson. Travelers will enjoy a better, seamless dining experience through technology like digital waitlists and self-order kiosks, allowing for greater convenience and speed. Travelers can also access the benefits of the Club Avolta loyalty program, gaining exclusive offers, rewards, and cross-promotions.

“Combined with our new restaurants and bars, these innovations will change the dining landscape as travelers know it,” said Johnson. “2026 will be a year that everyone will want to travel through Toronto Pearson, no matter their ultimate destination."

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About Avolta

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) is a leading global travel experience player. With the traveler at its strategic core, Avolta maximizes every moment of the traveler’s journey through its combination of travel retail and travel food & beverage, passion for innovation and excellent execution. Avolta’s well-diversified business across geographical, channel and brand portfolio pillars operates in 70 countries and 1,000 locations, with over 5,100 points of sale across three segments – duty-free, convenience and food & beverage – and various channels, including airports, motorways, cruises, ferries, railway, border shops and downtown. An inherent element of Avolta’s business strategy is aiming for sustainable and profitable growth of the company while fostering high standards of environmental stewardship and social equity – making meaningful impact in the local communities. The company’s access to 2.5 billion passengers each year reinforces the power of its more than 77,000 people, committed to surprising guests and delivering solid execution, supporting the company in creating value for all stakeholders.

To learn more about Avolta, please visit avoltaworld.com