Carol Ward

In January 2024, Bogle Family Wine Collection introduced a new wine line, Element[AL] Wines, with a packaging shift that drew attention from both the trade and consumers. The wines are packaged in 750-ml. aluminum wine bottles that are “lightweight, infinitely recyclable, and are made in the shape of a traditional wine bottle,” says vice president of consumer relations Jody Bogle, citing environmental stewardship as a key factor in the new bottle format for Element[AL].

Editor’s Note: Global airport concessions operator Areas announced this week it has agreed to acquire the Travel Hospitality Services (THS) division of Delaware North. Carlos Bernal, as CEO of Areas USA, will lead the integration of the company into Areas’ existing operations. The deal encompasses 237-Delaware North-operated concessions in 22 U.S. airports. Together those concessions generate more than $500 million in annual revenue. The THS division employs approximately 4,000 people.

Areas has reached an agreement with Delaware North to acquire its Travel Hospitality Services (THS) division, which operates food and beverage and retail locations in 22 U.S. airports. The deal encompasses 237 Delaware North-operated concessions that generate more than $500 million in annual revenue. The THS division employs approximately 4,000 people.