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Celebrating food & beverage excellence: FAB 2018 Awards winners revealed
FAB 2018 in Helsinki came to a close with an outstanding awards ceremony in which the travel-related food & beverage sector's finest were recognised. Read More
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Free Willey! Moodie Davitt man leads O’Reilly in FIFA World Cup Charity Competition
Does CTO now stand for Chief Touchline Officer for The Moodie Davitt Report's technology man turned football pundit? Read More
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Picture Gallery: ‘Innovative, aspirational and elegant’ MSC Seaview shopping onboard
MSC's state-of-the-art new ship brings a new dimension to shopping at sea, with an eclectic 11-boutique line-up. Read More
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Newly formed Shinsegae DF Global’s rise as Asian powerhouse stepped up with Incheon Airport T1 tender success
Shinsegae DF Global. Remember the name. The merged entity, formed on 5 June, continues its impressive rise of recent years by being awarded two concessions at Incheon International Airport Terminal 1. Read More
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The Moodie Blog: Discovering life in Hel in the happy capital of the world
The endless daylight might not be good for the sleep pattern but it feels more like heaven than hel to me in the happiest country on earth. Read more
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Dubai International opens first Emirati restaurant in Terminal 3
A new locally-inspired coffee house, S34 Gahwa Mezza Bar, has opened at Dubai International and is the first Emirati restaurant to open at the location. Read More
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George Koutsolioutsos resigns from Dufry Board
Koutsolioutsos will focus on his other activities, including his role as Managing Director of Greek jewellery, watches and accessory brand Folli Follie. Read More
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Stellar Partners strengthens travel retail footprint with Avila Retail acquisition
Stellar says the transaction is a key part of the company’s strategic growth plan and underlines its objective to grow in North American airports. Read More
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Sense of Place key as Baltona unveils duty free stores at Tallinn Airport
Baltona says its new duty free store at Tallinn Airport puts the emphasis on a relaxed, unhurried shopping experience, with local flavour a strong element. Read More
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FAB 2018 Day Two report – Thinking outside the box and preparing for the future
Technology, engagement, the human touch, and creating memorable experiences. Those were just some of the topics discussed on an insightful Day Two of the FAB 2018 conference in Helsinki. Read More
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Hennessy limited edition by Marc Newson makes global debut with DFS at Changi
Passengers have until the end of June to buy this decanter at Singapore Changi Airport before it launches worldwide in July. Read More
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Duty Free Americas opens first-ever standalone sunglasses boutique
The unit at Punta Cana International Airport is said to be on track to becoming DFA’s best-performing space for the sunglasses category. Read More
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100 million views for Lotte drama keeps Korean wave surging
The South Korean travel retail giant is rebuilding loyalty with the Chinese through its second web drama. Read More
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Brand News
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Hennessy limited edition by Marc Newson makes global debut with DFS at Changi
Passengers have until the end of June to buy this decanter at Singapore Changi Airport before it launches worldwide in July. Read More
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Duty Free Americas opens first-ever standalone sunglasses boutique
The unit at Punta Cana International Airport is said to be on track to becoming DFA’s best-performing space for the sunglasses category. Read More
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Beckham’s House 99 continues global travel retail roll-out
L’Oréal Travel Retail claims that David Beckham's House 99 is boosting incremental men’s segments and recruiting more travellers to skincare. Read More
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“Reimagining fashion for younger shoppers” – DFS Group unveils World Design Space store at City of Dreams, Macau
How do travel retailers remain relevant to a new generation of younger consumers with different aspirations from their predecessors? DFS, the world's leading luxury travel retailer, thinks it has some of the answers in an edgy environment featuring over 35 Read More
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New Tom Ford Beauty concept makes dazzling debut at Heathrow Terminal 3
“A luxury shopping experience, expressed through Tom Ford’s singular vision.” That’s how Tom Ford Beauty described its just-launched new store concept at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3. Read More
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Izipizi strengthens travel retail presence with new inflight and cruise line listings
Iberia and Air France will list the French eyewear brand's new foldable range. Izipizi has also secured contracts with MSC Cruises in Europe and the USA. Read More
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Swiss Eyewear Group sets sail for summer with DFDS partnership
Swiss Eyewear Group's INVU, Rip Curl and Seksy sunglass brands are available now onboard the Côte des Dunes, Côte des Flandres, and Calais Seaways ships. Read More
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González Byass partners Dufry for travel retail-exclusive Tío Pepe launch
One of Spain's most popular sherry brands has been given an Andy Warhol-inspired makeover for travel retail. The bottle is available exclusively in Dufry's Spain stores for six months. Read More
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Russian Standard Vodka awarded Emirates Airline pouring tender
Brand owner Roust says Russian Standard’s strength in global travel retail drove the contract win. A series of activations will now be delivered across several channels to raise awareness. Read More
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Puig revives the glamour of vintage travel with Gaultier Airlines fragrances
Two new travel retail-exclusive limited edition collector fragrances from Jean-Paul Gaultier are taking off globally in the channel with supporting activations. Read More
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Masi and Canevel pop the cork on travel retail-exclusive prosecco brut
The new Canevel Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut is a blend of 90% glera and 10% chardonnay. It will first be available at Oslo-Gardermoen Airport. Read More
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Moodie Davitt NEXUS edition 2: Connecting travel, retail, luxury, brands and beauty
Our new reader platform, Moodie Davitt NEXUS, brings readers the latest quickfire summary of (and links) to key stories from around the worlds of travel, retail, luxury, brands and beauty. Read More
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Kevin Baker to leave Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits
Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits Global Travel Retail Director Kevin Baker, a highly respected industry figure, is to leave his role on 29 June to pursue personal interests. Read More
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Features
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Picture Gallery: ‘Innovative, aspirational and elegant’ MSC Seaview shopping onboard
MSC's state-of-the-art new ship brings a new dimension to shopping at sea, with an eclectic 11-boutique line-up. Read More
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FAB 2018 Day Two report – Thinking outside the box and preparing for the future
Technology, engagement, the human touch, and creating memorable experiences. Those were just some of the topics discussed on an insightful Day Two of the FAB 2018 conference in Helsinki. Read More
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100 million views for Lotte drama keeps Korean wave surging
The South Korean travel retail giant is rebuilding loyalty with the Chinese through its second web drama. Read More
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FAB 2018 Day One report – Imagination, innovation and transformation
Some of the food & beverage sector’s biggest names shared insights and challenged perceptions on the opening day of the FAB 2018 conference in Helsinki. Read More
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“Reimagining fashion for younger shoppers” – DFS Group unveils World Design Space store at City of Dreams, Macau
How do travel retailers remain relevant to a new generation of younger consumers with different aspirations from their predecessors? DFS, the world's leading luxury travel retailer, thinks it has some of the answers in an edgy environment featuring over 35 Read More
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The Shriram Sanjeevi column: Connecting airport retail and F&B with the world of cab-hailing apps
In his latest column, #Miles2Go Consulting Services founder Shriram Sanjeevi highlights the missed opportunity in linking the world of cab-hailing apps with airport retail. Read More
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Container Hotel Group focuses on expansion in Southeast Asian airports
New capsule transit hotels, Cocomomo units for pets and StayMushroom ‘glamping’ pods are all on the drawing board for the Kuala Lumpur-based company. Read More
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Interview: Cracking the duty free price comparison code – Jessica’s Secret CEO Mirko Wang
The Moodie Davitt Report speaks to the founder of a fast-growing app for Chinese travellers looking to compare duty free prices. Read More