XpresCheck™ Opens COVID-19 Testing Facility at San Francisco International Airport

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XpresSpa Group has opened a new COVID-19 testing facility named XpresCheck at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This facility, located pre-security in Terminal 3, boasts nine testing rooms with the capacity to administer over 500 tests daily, including Rapid Molecular tests and standard PCR tests. The company aims to provide convenient testing options for travelers, particularly those flying with United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. XpresSpa currently operates testing facilities in multiple airports across the U.S.

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• New XpresCheck facility at SFO enhances testing accessibility for travelers.
• Capacity to administer over 500 tests per day, increasing revenue potential.
• Strategic partnership with United Airlines improves service offerings.

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Located pre-security at Terminal 3

SAN FRANCISCO, April 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XpresSpa Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XSPA) (“XpresSpa” or the “Company”), a health and wellness company, today announced that it has opened a new COVID-19 testing facility at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

XpresCheck is a pop-up facility located pre-security, near the baggage claim area on the Arrivals level at Terminal 3. Nine separate testing rooms provide the capacity to administer over 500 tests per day. COVID-19 testing options include a Rapid Molecular COVID-19 Test, the standard Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test, and a new Rapid PCR test in the near future.

Doug Satzman, XpresSpa CEO, stated, "We are delighted to launch XpresCheck at San Francisco International Airport. Through our trusted relationship with United Airlines, we can now offer travelers and airline employees convenient COVID-19 testing options at our on-site testing facility. Additionally, several direct flights to Hawaii originate at SFO and we are proud to be a trusted partner of Hawaiian Airlines and the state of Hawaii. As airport traffic continues to increase, we are pleased to be doing our part to make everyone feel more comfortable through this additional layer of safety.”

Lori Augustine, United Airlines’ Vice President of Airport Operations at SFO, said, “We’re thrilled to offer United customers traveling through San Francisco yet another testing option – this time, conveniently located before security inside our terminal – to help them meet the entry requirements at their final destination. United customers will be able to easily upload their test results into Travel-Ready Center and start their travel with peace of mind.”

“We welcome the addition of an XpresCheck™ COVID-19 Pop-Up Testing Facility at SFO,” said Airport Director Ivar C. Satero. “As the first airport in the U.S. to launch an onsite rapid testing capability, we understand the importance of giving travelers convenient on-airport testing options. We thank both United Airlines and the XpresSpa Group for bringing this concept to SFO.”

About XpresSpa Group, Inc.

XpresSpa Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: XSPA) is a leading global health and wellness holding company. XpresSpa Group’s core asset, XpresSpa, is a leading airport retailer of spa services and related health and wellness products, with 45 locations in 23 airports globally. Through its XpresTest, Inc. subsidiary, the Company provides COVID-19 screening and testing under the XpresCheck™ brand at thirteen locations in eleven airports: Boston Logan International Airport (2), Denver International Airport, Dulles International Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Airport, JFK International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport (2), Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Reagan National Airport, Salt Lake City International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. To learn more about XpresSpa Group, visit: www.XpresSpaGroup.com.

Twitter: @xprescheck and Instagram: @realxprescheck

About United Airlines

United's shared purpose is "Connecting People. Uniting the World." For more information, visit united.com, follow @United on Twitter and Instagram or connect on Facebook. The common stock of United's parent, United Airlines Holdings, Inc., is traded on the Nasdaq under the symbol "UAL".

About San Francisco International Airport

SFO wants you to Travel Well. SFO works with local, state, and federal health officials to protect against COVID-19. Measures include enhanced cleaning protocols, hundreds of hand sanitizer stations, physical barriers, face coverings for everyone, and physical distancing. To learn more visit flysfo.com/travel-well.

SFO offers nonstop service to Asia, South Pacific, Europe, Canada, Mexico, and across the United States. For up-to-the-minute departure and arrival information, airport maps and details on shopping, dining, cultural exhibitions, ground transportation and more, visit www.flysfo.com. Follow us on www.twitter.com/flysfo and www.facebook.com/flysfo.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may contain "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These include statements preceded by, followed by or that otherwise include the words "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "should," "seeks," "future," "continue," or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology. In particular, these statements include, without limitation, statements about our expectations relating to our new XpresCheck™ concept, being able to expand testing to other communicable diseases as well as administer vaccinations for the seasonal flu, our positioning to be part of the national rollout of various COVID-19 vaccinations, the degree to which our public testing model assists passengers meet testing requirements in select states and countries, our ability to identify and gain access to the latest and best COVID-19 testing methodologies and equipment, and our overall ability to manage the regulatory challenges associated with this business line. Forward-looking statements relating to expectations about future results or events are based upon information available to XpresSpa Group as of today's date and are not guarantees of the future performance of the company, and actual results may vary materially from the results and expectations discussed. Additional information concerning these and other risks is contained in XpresSpa Group’s most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, recent Current Reports on Form 8-K and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements concerning XpresSpa Group, or other matters and attributable to XpresSpa Group or any person acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements above. XpresSpa Group does not undertake any obligation to publicly update any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date hereof.

Investor Relations:
ICR
Raphael Gross
ir@xpresspagroup.com
(203) 682-8253

Media:
Julie Ferguson
Julie@jfprmedia.com
(312) 385-0098

FAQ

What is the new COVID-19 testing facility opened by XpresSpa at SFO?

XpresSpa launched the XpresCheck facility at San Francisco International Airport, which has nine testing rooms and can administer over 500 tests daily.

How does XpresSpa's new facility benefit travelers?

The facility provides convenient COVID-19 testing options for travelers, helping them meet entry requirements at their destinations.

What types of COVID-19 tests are offered at XpresCheck?

XpresCheck offers Rapid Molecular tests, standard PCR tests, and plans to introduce a Rapid PCR test soon.

What is the significance of XpresSpa's partnership with United Airlines?

The partnership allows United Airlines customers to access convenient COVID-19 testing before security, enhancing their travel experience.

Where is the XpresCheck facility located?

The XpresCheck facility is located pre-security in Terminal 3 at San Francisco International Airport.