Tobacco and Reduced Risk Products
The Moodie Davitt Report was on location at Tortona Rocks in Milan as the ‘Soundsorial Design’ experience brought the distinct brand universes of IQOS and Devialet together for the first time.
The Moodie Davitt Report is pleased to publish our popular Jessica’s Secret Index for February covering spirits & wine, fragrances, makeup, skincare, confectionery, bags, watches and jewellery.
The line-up will feature premium sandwiches, wraps, salads and fresh fruit to enhance food-to-go purchases and penetration, while reinforcing quality perception through clear, consistent Waitrose branding.
An Early Bird delegate pass for US$1,500 is available until 30 April, with the standard registration fee rising to US$1,700 after the deadline.
Makeovers
Ricola’s fantastically vibrant Earth Day homepage takeover of The Moodie Davitt Report brings its Alpine heritage and sustainability storytelling to the forefront with a focus on its Swiss herb gardens.
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The initial eight-week programme is likely to provide welcome additional business for commercial operators hard hit by the impact of the Middle East conflict on departing passenger numbers.
Airport Hospitality World
We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
Today’s video, shared by design specialist Lead8, showcases Rimba, a rainforest-inspired leisure space at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The Moodie Davitt Report offers unrivalled Chinese language coverage of key China-related stories, anchored by our dual WeChat platforms – our weekly Moodie Davitt Account and Moodie Davitt Report China Travel Retail Express, which publishes daily.
“Location is everything and it doesn’t get more connected than being at the front door of Queensland’s busiest gateway,” says Brisbane Airport Executive General Manager Commercial Scott Norris.
Globally renowned design and retail strategist Kevin Roche explores how airports are evolving into big cities and the importance of reinventing them as mixed-use, culturally resonant destinations.
Traffic at the UAE hub rose 6.1% year-on-year, as London Heathrow remained second and Incheon International in third, measured by international passenger numbers.
SOF Connect CEO Jesús Caballero speaks to The Moodie Davitt Report about his vision for the airport, as the duty-free store expands to nearly 1,200sq m and Amo opens in an impressive 205sq m space.
The Estée Lauder Companies underscores its long-term commitment to Hainan with an immersive, technology-led pavilion at that blends science, storytelling and a 13-brand strong portfolio.
Through its portfolio of brands and partnerships, L’Oréal’s Hainan Expo presence reinforces its mission to deliver personalised, entertaining and seamless beauty experiences in the channel.
BAT said the launch reinforces its focus on exclusivity, sense of place and experiential retail in the channel.
Gensler’s appointment will see it support MAG’s airports portfolio, including Manchester Airport and East Midlands Airport, and continue its work at London Stansted, as the airport company continues to evolve its commercial offer.
Are we looking at the world’s most wondrous airport runway setting? Our popular column, in association with Duty Free Global, takes you to Greenland for the first time.
The Moodie Davitt Report is attending this week’s Hainan Expo in Haikou, Hainan province and will bring you highlights in words and pictures throughout the event, which began today and runs until 18 April.
Running through 28 May, the anniversary campaign offers a range of shopping benefits to thank customers for their continued support, combining interactive events with retail promotions to mark the milestone year.
Vietnam and China posted the strongest growth among Changi’s top ten markets, rising +26.5% and +17.7% year-on-year respectively, but there was a sharp fall in Middle East traffic during March.
Airside sales climbed by +8% with landside sales slipping -2% compared to Q1 2025.
To mark International Women’s Day 2026 (8 March), The Moodie Davitt Report has invited women from across the global travel retail and aviation sectors to participate in Voices of Impact, a special editorial initiative celebrating leadership, empowerment and collective action.
The Annual General Meeting will take place on 13 May in Marina Bay Sands, while the annual Networking Lunch on 10 May in Singapore at Tanglin Club,
Incheon International Airport without Lotte Duty Free always seemed like a traditional Korean meal without kimchi and bap, writes Martin Moodie. Today marks a new beginning for the retailer as it commences a ten-year concession with annual sales expected to exceed US$406 million.
“Lagardère Travel Retail is relying on its diversified geographic footprint and the resilience of its business model to mitigate the effects,” the company says as it assesses the impact of the Middle East crisis.
