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On 19 May 2026, SSP Group PLC announced the appointment of Candace McGraw as an Independent Non-Executive Director. Her appointment is effective from 1 June 2026, and she will join the Audit and Nomination Committees.
| Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Time | 07:01:01 |
| Category | Board changes |
| ID | 8073E |
LEI: 213800QGNIWTXFMENJ24
19 May 2026
SSP GROUP PLC
Board Appointment
SSP Group plc ("SSP" or the "Group"), a leading global travel food and beverage operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Candace McGraw as an Independent Non-Executive Director of the Company, with effect from 1 June 2026. Candace will join the Audit and Nomination Committees.
Candace McGraw is an experienced international executive with more than 30 years' experience across the global aviation sector. Candace spent 15 years as Chief Executive Officer of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, which was recognised seven times as the Best Regional Airport in North America by SkyTrax during her tenure, and she has held a number of other senior leadership roles across airport operations and governance.
Candace previously served as Chair of the World Governing Board of Airports Council International, the global trade association representing approximately 90% of the world's commercial airports, stepping down in December 2025. She also previously served on the US Department of Transportation's Women in Aviation Advisory Board and NextGen Advisory Committee, which advises on the modernisation of US air traffic systems and aviation workforce development.
Through these leadership roles, Candace brings significant experience in strategic airport partnerships, large scale business and digital transformation, expansive infrastructure operations and corporate governance. In addition to her aviation sector roles, Candace serves as a Non-Executive Director of Toronto listed Flagship Communities REIT, a real estate investment trust focused on residential communities, and as an Advisory Member of Fifth Third Bank in the Cincinnati region. She also holds Board positions with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System and the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development.
Carolyn Bradley, Interim Chair of SSP, said:
"We are delighted to welcome Candace to SSP. She brings extensive leadership experience from the global aviation sector, alongside first class operational, strategic, and governance expertise. Candace's international travel perspective, including her insights into the North American market, will be invaluable to the team, as we deliver our 'Focus 26' agenda and pursue opportunities to create shareholder value."
Each Director of SSP is subject to annual re-election by shareholders, and accordingly this appointment will be the subject of a separate resolution at SSP's 2027 Annual General Meeting.
This announcement is made in accordance with the UK Listing Rules and the Company confirms that there is no information to be disclosed under Listing Rule 6.4.8R other than as set out in this announcement.
For further information, please contact:
SSP Group plc
Fiona Scattergood, Group General Counsel & Company Secretary
+44 (0)20 7543 3305
Investor and analyst enquiries:
Sarah Roff, Group Head of Investor Relations, SSP Group plc
+44 (0) 7980 636 214
E-mail: sarah.roff@ssp-intl.com
Media enquiries
Rob Greening / Russ Lynch, Sodali & Co
+44 (0) 207 250 1446
E-mail: ssp@sodali.com
About SSP
SSP Group plc (LSE:SSPG) is a global leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations employing around 49,000 colleagues in around 3,000 units across 38 countries. We specialise in designing, creating and operating a diverse range of food and drink outlets in airports, train stations and other travel hubs across six formats: sit-down and quick service restaurants, bars, cafés, lounges, and food-led convenience stores. Our extensive portfolio of brands features a mix of international, national, and local brands, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers.
Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, and our focus is on making every journey taste better - bringing great food and welcoming hospitality to travellers across the globe. Sustainability is crucial for our long-term success, and we aim to deliver positive impact for our business while uniting stakeholders to promote a sustainable food travel sector.
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