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Anticipation is building as Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport gears up to welcome its inaugural passenger flights on 25 October. An extensive shopping offer awaits those travellers.
Partner ContentA new whitepaper from Altavia Travel Retail explores how retailers can better meet the needs of Indian travellers through personalised and locally relevant experiences.
Today’s images are courtesy of The Fladgate Partnership Chief Commercial Officer João Vasconcelos and Avolta, showcasing Taylor’s Late Bottled Vintage Port 1-litre in Manchester Airport Terminal 3.
The October edition explores the evolving wellbeing landscape through brand innovations, travel retail developments, social media highlights and curated insights from international media.
Food & Beverage
Costa Coffee International Managing Director Sam O’Brien explores the evolving role of coffee within the passenger journey and the company’s response to shifting traveller expectations across the ever-changing global airport environment.
Cosmetics
The Estée Lauder Companies’ 2026 Breast Cancer Campaign combines a US$15 million commitment to research into breast cancer in younger women with charity partnerships, education initiatives and fundraising products.
Airport Hospitality World
We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
The 12 November forum in Hong Kong will bring together senior industry executives to discuss evolving consumer behaviour, retail strategy and opportunities across North Asia travel retail.
The campaign, in partnership with World Duty Free, returns from 15 October-1 November, showcasing Northern Ireland’s distilling heritage through tastings, brand encounters and retail promotions.
Harding+ Accessories Buyer Sophie Scroggs explores how pre-loved, emerging brands and more fluid retail environments are influencing fashion & accessories at sea.
The latest fortnightly edition of The Moodie Davitt Report’s Airport Food & Beverage World LinkedIn newsletter is live, bringing together the most important global stories across the vibrant airport dining sector.
Launched in partnership with China Duty Free Group, TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask is the first whisky to be influenced by casks seasoned with Valdespino sherry wine since the bodega came under The Macallan’s ownership.
Tonight, Sunday, TFWA World Exhibition formally kicks off with the traditional Opening Cocktail and no doubt the equally traditional fireworks. How good in our war-torn world they are of the peaceful, celebratory kind.
Today’s image selection, shared by Bangalore International Airport Limited, captures the vibrant Naadahabba Dasara celebrations at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, bringing together colour, cultural heritage and festive cheer.
Rituals Global Travel Retail Director Lotte Rozemuller explores the role of cultural storytelling and sensory experiences in driving engagement, drawing on the brand’s Amsterdam Collection and its travel retail roll-out.
Entries remain open until 16 November for the Travel Retail Superstars Awards, which recognise outstanding talent across the airport, airline, downtown and cruise sectors.
Since 2023, the partnership with the Korea Commission for Corporate Partnership has supported SME partners in enhancing their ESG practices through tailored training, consulting and sustainability reporting assistance.
Airside sales from January through September climbed by +7.8% year-on-year with landside sales down -3.6% against the backdrop of a major renovation programme.
In the third quarter, organic revenue growth reached +1% year-on-year, which reflected “a less buoyant environment in China, while the United States, Europe and Japan saw good growth”.
“The well-being of our people remains our highest priority, and we continue to provide support to affected employees and their families,” said Masra Duty Free Acting Chief Executive Officer Ian Foster.
TFWA has confirmed its presidential election will take place on 11 December during the Association’s final Management Committee meeting of 2026 in Amsterdam.
ARI CEO Ray Hernan talks to Dermot Davitt about communicating value, promoting local with authenticity and maintaining travel retail’s relevance.
The latest edition of TRI-POD, The Moodie Davitt Report’s video podcast in association with Organico Group, features special guest Sabrina Sakhrani, Co-founder of a remarkable women-led whisky-making enterprise from Yanbaru on the beautiful southern Japanese island of Okinawa.
Partner ContentAreas Chief Strategy & Development Officer Patricio Ramos addresses the strategic priorities for the fast-growing travel dining group in this interview.
Social media is driving demand for new flavours and formats, but ARI Global Buying Manager, Food, Confectionery & Souvenirs Deirdre O’Carroll says success still depends on value, relevance and strong retail fundamentals.
The investment will substantially increase lounge capacity at four major aviation hubs, with an enhanced focus on premium hospitality, destination-inspired design and elevated food & beverage experiences.
