Erlanger, KY (May 4, 2020) ― The JetStream Music Festival, taking place on Wednesday, May 6 at 6:00 p.m. EST, is an online celebration of music between 23 North American airports, including the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). The stream will take place on Facebook Live and will feature performances from musicians representing each community. Each musician will have a virtual tip jar to which viewers can contribute during the stream.Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will host the livestream from Austin, Texas, “the Live Music Capital of the World.” Austin’s Latin pop songstress, Gina Chavez, will perform and host the event.CVG has partnered with ArtsWave, the engine behind Greater Cincinnati’s arts, to bring Lauren Eylise, eclectic-soul singer-songwriter, to the lineup. Lauren, a native Cincinnatian, has opened for the likes of Erykah Badu, Patti LaBelle, and Train; she has also been featured on NPR’s “Tiny Desk Concert Contest.”The full lineup for the event will be as follows. Gina Chavez - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Don Hicks - Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) Eddy Fabrizio Castellanos - Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) Jane Kramer - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) Chuck Courtenay - Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) Lauren Eylise - Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) Kendal Conrad - Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) Chill Moody - Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Julian Taylor - Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) Honey & Blue - John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) Big Blitz - Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) Key to Adam - Yeager Airport (CRW) Zuriel Merek - Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) John Hayes - Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) The Honey Vines - Evansville Regional Airport (EVV) Robin Barnes - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) Rhythm Kings - Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) Leah Leyva - Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) Patrick Contreras - Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) Tyler F. Simmons - John Wayne Airport (SNA) Jordan Richard - Portland International Airport (PDX) Nico Hueso - San Diego International Airport (SAN) Tomo Nakayama - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)The stream will also highlight community organizations and resources in each airport’s region. For more information about the JetStream Music Festival, click [here](https://www.facebook.com/events/682379228998614/).

Erlanger, KY (April 28, 2020) ― For one night only, more than a dozen airports across North America will come together for the JetStream Music Festival, an online celebration of local music. Hosted by Austin-Bergstrom International Airport from the “Live Music Capital of the World” in Austin, Texas, the free, multi-hour livestream will take place beginning at 6:00 p.m. EST on May 6.The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) will participate through its partnership with ArtsWave, the engine behind Greater Cincinnati’s arts. Local musicians will represent each participating airport’s community. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) – host  Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) Evansville Regional Airport (EVV) Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) John Wayne Airport (SNA) Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) Portland International Airport (PDX) San Diego International Airport (SAN) Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) Yeager Airport (CRW)“For so many airports across North America, live music entertainment in the terminal has become a fun way to delight and engage passengers,” said ACI-NA President and CEO Kevin M. Burke. “Despite the sudden and significant drop in passenger traffic at North America’s airports because of the coronavirus health pandemic, this effort by Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and many other North American airports provides a unique opportunity to connect with their passengers. We look forward to hearing these musicians again in airport terminals soon.”The lineup features a diverse range of acts, representing each city’s unique music culture. The full lineup for the Festival will be released later this week. Austin’s Latin pop songstress, Gina Chavez, will perform and host the event.“CVG is proud to support local arts,” said Candace McGraw, CEO of CVG. “Through our partnership with ArtsWave, we regularly bring local musicians to the airport to showcase our region’s talent. At a time when few are traveling, the airport will once again connect our region to the world through this unique, virtual music festival.”Festival viewers will be able to tip musicians throughout the performance and learn about organizations assisting the communities in each city. Viewers can also join in the celebration using the hashtag #JetStreamFest.For more information—including how to tune in—visit CVG’s Facebook page at [www.facebook.com/CVGairport](http://www.facebook.com/CVGairport).The livestream will be produced by [Streak Systems](https://www.streaksystems.com/about-us), a tech concierge focused on creating and maintaining technology systems at home, work and live events.

Erlanger, KY (April 22, 2020) ― Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation released its average airfare ranking report for fourth quarter of 2019. The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) was shown to have the lowest airfares in the Tri-state region.Among the top 100 U.S. domestic airports, CVG ranked #75 with an average fare of $336. CVG was the only airport in the region to report average airfare below the national average of $357.  Regional comparisons: CVG ranked #75 – average fare $336 Columbus (CMH) ranked #55 – average fare $361 Indianapolis (IND) ranked #52 – average fare $363 Louisville (SDF) ranked #37 – average fare $379 Dayton (DAY) ranked #5 – average fare $440CVG’s average airfare for this quarter of 2019 decreased by two (2) percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2018. In 2019, CVG served more than 9.1 million passengers.“CVG’s latest airfare ranking reflects this community’s support of airline options and low fares,” said Candace McGraw, CEO of CVG. “When passengers are ready to fly again, CVG and our airline partners will be here ready to serve. Our mix of carriers and low airfares have put the airport in a strong position to weather the current uncertainty.”\# # #

NEW YORK, April 7, 2020 - _Air Cargo World_ has announced the winners of the 2020 Air Cargo Excellence (ACE) Awards this morning live via [Twitter](https://twitter.com/ACWmagazine). Korean Air was named the top cargo airline in the world for 2020, while Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is the top cargo airport. The annual awards are based on the Air Cargo Excellence Survey, which surveys more than 1,700 market participants to determine the top cargo carriers and airports in the world. The awards, established in 2005 by [_Air Cargo World_](http://www.aircargoworld.com/)_,_ are presented annually to the airlines and airports achieving the highest scores in the survey based on several performance factors. Among the other 2020 winners receiving certificates of merit were Cathay Pacific Airways, Dallas Fort Worth, Dubai International, Southwest Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and more (see the full list of winners below).“We are pleased to congratulate Korean Air, CVG and all the 2020 award winners,” said JJ Hornblass, Publisher of _Air Cargo World._ “We present these awards to foster excellence in the industry, and we applaud Korean Air and CVG for setting a high bar for air cargo.”Among air carriers, Diamond, Platinum and Gold status are awarded to the top performers — based on a composite score of Customer Service, Performance and Value — in each of two tonnage categories.Among airports, Diamond, Platinum and Gold status was awarded to the top three performers — based on a composite score of Performance, Value and Facilities — in each of three tonnage categories.Airport winners included:1 million or more tonnes category: Cincinatti/Northern Kentucky, CVG, Diamond Award Memphis, MEM, Platinum Award Dubai International, DXB, Gold Award400,000 to 999,999 tonnes category: Dallas Fort Worth, DFW, Diamond Award Luxembourg, LUX, Platinum Award  Houston International, IAH, Gold AwardUp to 399,999 tonnes category: Quito, UIO, Diamond Award  Indianapolis, IND, Platinum Award  Viracopos, VCP, Gold Award  Air Carrier winners included:1 million or more tonnes category: Korean Air, Diamond Award  Cathay Pacific Airways, Platinum Award Singapore Airlines, Gold AwardUp to 999,999 tonnes air carrier category: Southwest Airlines, Diamond Award Cargolux Airlines, Platinum Award Air Canada, Gold AwardSpecialty Cargo winners included: Air Carrier: Cathay Pacific Airways Airport: Memphis, MEMOur Specialty Cargo award is presented to the highest-scoring air carrier and airport for capabilities in shipping perishables, dangerous goods, pharma, animals and oddly shaped cargo.“As air cargo’s largest-circulation magazine, _Air Cargo World_ is uniquely able to successfully survey the industry to determines it top participants,” Hornblass said. “Today’s coronavirus crisis shows the unique value and importance of global air cargo. The ACE Awards underscore the best of this crucial industry – it is their excellence that makes air cargo soar.”See a full list of winners at [www.aircargoworld.com/air-cargo-excellence/](http://www.aircargoworld.com/air-cargo-excellence/).  About Air Cargo World _Air Cargo World_, published in the United States, is the leading air logistics magazine for shippers and others involved with the worldwide transport and delivery of perishables and manufactured goods. Its readership consists of logistics professionals, airline and airport executives, freight forwarders, importers, exporters, and others who manage or purchase transportation products and services within the airfreight supply chain. _Air Cargo World_ is a publication of Royal Media, which also publishes _Cargo Facts_. Visit _Air Cargo World_ online at [www.aircargoworld.com](http://www.aircargoworld.com/). For questions or commentary on the findings of this report, please contact Caryn Livingston at [clivingston@royalmedia.com](mailto:clivingston@royalmedia.com).

Local 12 News / April 6, 2020ERLANGER. Ky. (WKRC) - The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) announced Monday that it will be using floor-scrubbing robots to autonomously clean the airport, 24/7.According to CVG, it will be the first US airport to use the Avidbots Neo floor-scrubbing robot.“At CVG, we aim to embrace what’s next in all that we do,” said Candace McGraw, CEO of CVG Airport. “Introducing new technologies to elevate the passenger experience is critical to our business. In the challenging and uncertain times we find ourselves, making sure our facilities are safe and clean is our top priority, so Neo has been a great asset to our team to ensure a high standard of cleanliness is met.”Avidbots Neo is the only fully autonomous floor-scrubbing robot on the market. Most other floor cleaning robots need to be pre-programmed to follow a set route; but Avidbots Neo uses advanced AI, cameras, and 3D sensors to respond and adapt to its environment.“CVG is one of the world’s most innovative airports, deploying the latest technologies to deliver the very best passenger experience, so we aren’t surprised they are the first airport in the U.S. to deploy the Avidbots Neo floor-scrubbing robot,” said Faizan Sheikh, CEO and co-founder of Avidbots. “Neo works 24/7 to keep CVG’s facilities spic and span, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for airport visitors, passengers and staff.”[FULL STORY HERE](https://local12.com/news/local/cvg-begins-using-floor-scrubbing-robot-to-sanitize-airport-247)

The Wall Street Journal / Christopher Mins / April 4, 2020_CVG Airport was featured in The Wall Street Journal as the first US airport to deploy [Avidbots](https://www.avidbots.com/commercial-floor-scrubber/commercial-floor-cleaning-robot/) Neo floor-scrubbing robots, autonomously disinfecting terminals during the pandemic_All over the world, hundreds of engineers, scientists and software developers are at work building a robotic army with a bold mission: to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.There are robots bedecked with lamps that bathe surfaces in invisible radiation, robots with enough autonomy to safely coexist with humans while sanitizing floors 24/7, robots that can scan for fevers and enforce mask-wearing, even robots that spew antimicrobial gas in outdoor spaces. (That approach, scientists say, is probably futile.)[TO READ THE FULL STORY](https://www.wsj.com/articles/reporting-for-coronavirus-duty-robots-that-go-where-humans-fear-to-tread-11585972801) (subscription-based)

Erlanger, KY (April 6, 2020) ― The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and Avidbots, a company that brings robots to everyday life to expand human potential, today announced that CVG has become the first U.S. airport to use the Avidbots Neo floor-scrubbing robot. At CVG, the Neo robot has been deployed to autonomously clean floors throughout the Terminal on a continuous basis to ensure a high-quality, healthy experience for travelers.“CVG is one of the world’s most innovative airports, deploying the latest technologies to deliver the very best passenger experience, so we aren’t surprised they are the first airport in the U.S. to deploy the Avidbots Neo floor-scrubbing robot,” said Faizan Sheikh, CEO and co-founder of Avidbots. “Neo works 24x7 to keep CVG’s facilities spic and span, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for airport visitors, passengers and staff.”Avidbots Neo is the only fully autonomous floor-scrubbing robot on the market. Neo uses advanced AI, cameras and 3D sensors to adapt to its environment and automatically update its route on the fly to avoid obstacles. Neo operates safely and effectively, avoiding people, suitcases, furniture, displays and other items. Most other floor cleaning robots must be pre-programmed to follow a set route, making it difficult for them to operate in dynamic environments such as airports.CVG Airport is a leader in deploying innovations that advance the airport industry globally. During a pilot program with Avidbots Neo that began in November 2019, an average of 200,000 square feet of flooring were cleaned per week. Neo can operate six hours on a single charge, so the floor-scrubbing robot also assists in ensuring routine coverage of highly trafficked areas.“At CVG, we aim to embrace what’s next in all that we do,” said Candace McGraw, CEO of CVG Airport. “Introducing new technologies to elevate the passenger experience is critical to our business. In the challenging and uncertain times we find ourselves, making sure our facilities are safe and clean is our top priority, so Neo has been a great asset to our team to ensure a high standard of cleanliness is met.”CVG is the first U.S. airport to roll out Avidbots Neo, but the robot is already used in many airports worldwide, including Paris Charles de Gaulle, Singapore Changi, Tokyo Narita, Tokyo Haneda, Osaka Kansai, Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International and Ben Gurion. Because Neo operates autonomously and delivers a consistently high-quality clean, airports are adopting the robot at a rapid rate. In addition, Neo has helped supplement critical maintenance and housekeeping staff, especially at a time when keeping facilities clean has never been more important.\# # #About CVG AirportCVG has been serving commercial passengers since 1947. In 2019, more than 9.1 million passengers were served. The airport has more nonstop destinations than any airport in the Tri-State region (Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana), including direct international service to Paris, Toronto, Cabo San Lucas, Cancun, Montego Bay, and Punta Cana. As the 8th largest cargo airport in North America, CVG is home to Amazon Air and DHL’s global super hub. The airport is recognized globally as a leader in innovation, deploying solutions that advance the industry in four key areas: clean, connect, secure, and transport. CVG is the only airport in the country to receive Safety Act Designation and Certification from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), giving the airport the highest level of protections under the Act. CVGairport.com is your award-winning, travel-planning resource with flight status, security wait times, and parking availability.About AvidbotsAvidbots designs and manufactures autonomous connected robots to expand human potential. Its first product is Neo, a robotic floor scrubber widely deployed in airports, warehouses, manufacturing sites, malls, universities and other commercial spaces worldwide. With a rapidly expanding customer base in over 15 countries, Avidbots is a global leader in collaborative service robots. Founded in 2014 by robotics engineers from the University of Waterloo and headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, Avidbots is backed by top global venture capital firms, including True Ventures, Next47, GGV Capital, BDC, Felicis Ventures, Real Ventures, and Golden Ventures. For more information, visit Avidbots.com.

Cincinnati Business Courier / Chris Wetterich / March 25, 2020 Planes leaving [Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport](https://www.bizjournals.com/profile/company/org_xx_034a178aab7111e88b7612c1e58b58b2) are on average between 10% and 15% full, according to CVG CEO [Candace McGraw](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/search/results?q=Candace%20McGraw), a sign of the devastating toll the coronavirus disease 2018 is taking on the airline industry.“There aren’t many passengers on the aircrafts,” McGraw said in an interview.That has resulted in CVG closing some food and beverage offerings in the terminal, while maintaining enough that passengers can get something to drink or eat as well as basic necessities from the shops.“There’s no sense keeping a business if there are no customers,” McGraw said.Passengers can view the latest food and service options and [information here](https://www.cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy). The food court remains open but more space has been added between tables so that passengers can maintain social distancing.CVG also has closed some bathrooms while adding extra cleaning procedures to the ones that remain open.While Delta’s nonstop flight to Paris has been suspended as well as any flight to Mexico or Canada, CVG did not have any details of any other nonstop destinations that may have been paused during the crisis.However, a search of Delta’s website indicated that nonstop flights from CVG to Hartford, Conn., will end on April 2 and are scheduled to resume on May 3.The airport’s robust cargo business is a different side of the story. DHL added six flights over the weekend, McGraw said. On average, the international shipping giant that has its North American superhub at CVG, has 50 to 55 flights per night. Amazon also continues to operate its operations.[FULL STORY HERE (subscription-based)](https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2020/03/25/cvg-ceo-details-how-much-passenger-traffic-has.html)

WVXU Radio / Michael Monks / March 23, 2020_Cincinnati Edition_ speaks with Chief Executive Officer of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, Candace McGraw, about how the airport has been dealing with issues surrounding the coronavirus and what changes mean to passengers, employees and businesses.[RADIO INTERVIEW HERE](https://www.wvxu.org/post/how-coronavirus-impacting-cvg#stream/0)