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Duty Free Americas plots next wave of refurbishment at The Venetian Macau
A major project to upgrade 5,000sq ft of space follows an earlier 6,500sq ft renovation, which has helped drive sharp sales growth at The Venetian complex. Read More
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“A multisensory experience:” Bvlgari, Starboard and Costa Cruises partner for onboard jewellery show
Bvlgari, Starboard Cruise Services and Costa Cruises have partnered to produce the Bvlgari Jewelry Fashion Show onboard the recently launched Costa Venezia. Read More
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Fraport USA names Brett Kelly as Senior Vice President of Operations
Brett Kelly will head operations for Fraport USA, having been promoted from the position of Vice President at Fraport Maryland. Read More
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On location: ACI Airport Commercial & Retail Conference in Reykjavik
The weather is bitterly cold but the welcome has been full of Icelandic warmth at the ACI Airport Commercial & Retail Conference being held in Reykjavik this week. Read More
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The Moodies 2019 winners revealed: recognising the best in airport and travel retail digital, social media & marketing
The Moodie Davitt Report announces the full list of winners of The Moodies – digital, social media & marketing awards – for 2019. The winners are revealed today through The Moodie Davitt Report website and across our social media platforms. Read More
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The Moodie Blog – Having a whale of a time in Iceland
After the weekend’s rugby result, maybe I shouldn’t have mentioned whales to an Irishman. Read more
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Swiss group Maus Frères enters into exclusive negotiations to acquire The Kooples
The French clothing brand would join a portfolio that already includes Lacoste, Gant, Aigle and Tecnifibre. “We want to help it continue to develop internationally,” Maus Frères says. Read More
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Treasury Wine Estates to unveil Penfolds Magill Estate travel experience at DFS Masters event
A luxury wine experience, including a trip to Penfolds Magill Estate, is one of the elements that Treasury Wine Estates will showcase at DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits this weekend. Read More
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Blackjack Promotions appoints Fiona Rayner as Head of Experiential & International Operations
Rayner’s appointment aligns with the company’s international expansion plans which include upping its travel retail presence in Ireland. Read More
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“Historic high”: Qatar Airways celebrates arrival of its 250th aircraft
The addition of the latest Airbus A350-900 is a testament to the carrier’s “incredible” growth, according to Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker, and will support further expansion in new markets and new destinations. Read More
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Lotte Duty Free fosters tourism start-ups in Busan with young entrepreneurs initiative
The ‘accelerator’ project aimed at young business owners will help promote regional tourism and create jobs, said the retailer. Read More
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Hong Kong Airport calls tenders for packaged food and banking concessions
The Chinese/local packaged food concession encompasses four outlets and the banking services opportunity covers two units at Hong Kong International. Read More
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Airmagine seals airport advertising contracts with Esbjerg Airport and Nordic Seaplanes
The Danish airport digital advertising specialist has installed screens in several airport locations and will manage the resulting campaigns. Read More
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Happier Together: Mars Wrigley partners with The Moodie Davitt Report on International Day of Happiness
20 March is International Day of Happiness and this year’s theme is Happier Together, focusing on the importance of what draws people together. Mars Wrigley is marking the day in travel retail through an eye-catching partnership with The Moodie Davitt Read More
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Brand News
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Evidens de Beauté to launch with DFS in Macau
The French luxury cosmetic brand is set to open its first travel retail counter in Greater China through Blue Chip Group. Read More
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Beer powerhouse Lion takes 50% stake in Australia’s Four Pillars gin
Craft beer meets craft gin in a partnership which should further Four Pillars’ goal of becoming the world’s leading brand in its category. Read More
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“A multisensory experience:” Bvlgari, Starboard and Costa Cruises partner for onboard jewellery show
Bvlgari, Starboard Cruise Services and Costa Cruises have partnered to produce the Bvlgari Jewelry Fashion Show onboard the recently launched Costa Venezia. Read More
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Duty Free Americas plots next wave of refurbishment at The Venetian Macau
A major project to upgrade 5,000sq ft of space follows an earlier 6,500sq ft renovation, which has helped drive sharp sales growth at The Venetian complex. Read More
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Swiss group Maus Frères enters into exclusive negotiations to acquire The Kooples
The French clothing brand would join a portfolio that already includes Lacoste, Gant, Aigle and Tecnifibre. “We want to help it continue to develop internationally,” Maus Frères says. Read More
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Treasury Wine Estates to unveil Penfolds Magill Estate travel experience at DFS Masters event
A luxury wine experience, including a trip to Penfolds Magill Estate, is one of the elements that Treasury Wine Estates will showcase at DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits this weekend. Read More
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Furla partners with Carisam to open at Diplomatic Duty Free in Washington DC
The 7sq m personalised space in the US capital highlights Furla’s Spring/Summer 2019 collection. Read More
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Coty updates Chloé Nomade with new edt
Chloé Nomade Eau de Toilette is a solar interpretation of the edp launched last year, created by perfumer Quentin Bisch using natural ingredients. Read More
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Targeting digital natives: Travel Blue unveils new accessories range
The range will include Bluetooth headphones, wireless chargers, cables, power banks and electrical adaptors. Travel Blue says it is packed and priced for “tech-savvy” consumers. Read More
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Davidoff reveals limited-edition Robusto Real Especiales 7
Davidoff claims the Robusto Real Especiales 7 “goes where no cigar has been before”. A pack of four is exclusive to travel retail. Read More
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B+D updates Digital reader range to focus on eye protection
The Digital screen light-blocking glasses, which were conceived for millennials but are suitable for all ages, are available in six colour combinations. Read More
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International Brand Builders extends portfolio with jewellery and hi-tech lines
With its focus on affordable luxury, the distributor introduces UK jewellery brand Infinity & Co and German hi-tech wallet specialist Tru Virtu to the Americas. Read More
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The Glenlivet partners with DFS for special Winchester Collection release
DFS Masters of Wine and Spirits will see the release of fine and rare vintages of The Glenlivet from 1964, 1966 and 1967. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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SSP Germany signs new contract with DB Station&Service to extend partnership
The contract covers more than 60 new leases and extends existing deals, with SSP set to invest heavily in expanding its multi-brand portfolio. Read More
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Casualfood develops innovative solution for grilling with no exhaust air
Turning what was formerly a retail store into a food service outlet was once inconceivable at airports due to the lack of air extraction systems – but no longer, says casualfood. Read More
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The Moodies 2019 winners revealed: recognising the best in airport and travel retail digital, social media & marketing
The Moodie Davitt Report announces the full list of winners of The Moodies – digital, social media & marketing awards – for 2019. The winners are revealed today through The Moodie Davitt Report website and across our social media platforms. Read More
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Hong Kong Airport calls tenders for packaged food and banking concessions
The Chinese/local packaged food concession encompasses four outlets and the banking services opportunity covers two units at Hong Kong International. Read More
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Fraport Group reports slide in retail revenue per passenger in 2018
Frankfurt Airport owner Fraport Group says that a less favourable passenger mix, security bottle-necks and the strengthening of the Euro had an impact on retail revenue and average spend. Read More
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Asia Pacific sales surge buoys Lagardère Travel Retail in 2018
Lagardère Group has revealed the full-year regional growth rates for Lagardère Travel Retail, the division which fuelled an increase in the group’s overall operating result. Read More
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Unibail‐Rodamco‐Westfield Airports tenders retail and dining spaces at new LAX Midfield Satellite Concourse
With the new Midfield Satellite Concourse scheduled to open in 2020, a leasing drive begins for 27 retail and dining spaces in multiple packages. Read More
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Delay in Thai duty free tender ordered amid controversy over ‘monopoly’ – local reports
Furious behind the scenes lobbying by King Power International’s rivals appears to have driven a government rethink over the best tender model for Thailand’s key airport duty free contract. Read More
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Features
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Happier Together: Mars Wrigley partners with The Moodie Davitt Report on International Day of Happiness
20 March is International Day of Happiness and this year’s theme is Happier Together, focusing on the importance of what draws people together. Mars Wrigley is marking the day in travel retail through an eye-catching partnership with The Moodie Davitt Read More
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Mr Index aims to be a one-stop price comparison site for luxury Swiss watches
The website shows pricing with and without taxes to allow users to also analyse products in the duty free channel. Read More
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L’Oréal lays out its road map for travel retail beauty
The Asian consumer as well as sustainability and a greater digital presence through personalised offers – both online and offline – will be strategic priorities, the French powerhouse says. Read More
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Elizabeth Arden celebrates #WhiteTeaMoments with world’s first White Tea House pop-up at Changi Airport
The Revlon-owned beauty brand has pre-launched two new White Tea fragrances exclusively at Singapore Changi Airport, driven by an experiential tea house concept. Read More
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Duty Calls: Why “doing well by doing good” is in Hershey’s DNA
Pioneering social entrepreneur Milton Hershey created the Hershey chocolate company with philanthropy at its very core – and the company still puts corporate social responsibility at the heart of its activities today. Read More
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China Duty Free Group confirmed as duty free contract winner at Beijing Daxing International Airport
China Duty Free Group’s impressive expansion goes on as the country’s travel retail giant is formally confirmed as the victor in the race for two key contracts at Beijing’s spectacular new airport. Read More
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20/20 vision: Through the Moodie Davitt Lens – a new travel retail pictorial series
The Moodie Davitt is pleased to introduce a new photo-journalism series, drawn from our regular journeys around the world to discover the latest travel retail and airport commercial developments. Read More
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Chinese travel to international destinations slips back in Q4 2018
The China Outbound Tourism Research Institute says that improving infrastructure is a factor in encouraging Chinese to choose Greater China destinations over others, a trend it says will continue. Read More