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DFW Airport preps for World Cup, fields shuttle bus contract concerns
By Doug Wilhelm at Fort Worth Report
· June 13, 2026
· 4 min read
DFW International Airport is ready for the influx of fans expected to visit for the FIFA World Cup, Jerome Woodard, DFW’s chief operating officer, said in a report to the airport’s board of directors on June 4. “The airport is both well positioned and prepared to manage the traffic that’s coming thr
Key takeaway “The airport is both well positioned and prepared to manage the traffic that’s coming through this airport over the course of the next 44 days or so,” Woodard said.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The influx of World Cup fans will undoubtedly put DFW International Airport's operational plan to the test, and the airport's ability to manage traffic will have a direct impact on the experience of visitors to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth will likely see a significant number of fans passing through the airport, and a smooth travel experience will be crucial in showcasing the city's hospitality. The airport's efforts to bring in local flavor with new concessions partners, including Fort Worth-based Stockyards Bar & Grill/Cowtown Supply Co., will also be on full display. Meanwhile, the contract award for consolidated bus services has raised concerns among some vendors, and it will be worth watching how the new contract with LAZ Parking Texas LLC affects the airport's overall efficiency and service consistency, particularly during this high-traffic period.
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Category: western ·
Published: June 13, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 4 min
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