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CNSC wins major duty free retailer accolade at Yaok Luxury in China Awards
Luxury was the watchword at a glittering gala dinner in Shanghai last night hosted by Yaok, the powerful publishing-to-research group that specialises in studying and serving Chinese high net worth individuals. There was special recognition for an increasingly influential Chinese travel retailer. Read More
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Travel food group SSP reports healthy revenue growth in first quarter
Like-for-like sales growth, new concession gains and the acquisition of Stockheim contributed to a solid revenue performance in Q1, says food travel specialist SSP. Read More
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Turkey’s airports break through 200 million passenger mark in 2018
The country straddling eastern Europe and western Asia saw a surge in air traffic at its major airports in 2018, led by double-digit international growth. Read More
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Gebr Heinemann plots opening of first Russian arrivals duty free stores
As the new Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) Customs Code comes into force, permitting arrivals duty free, Gebr Heinemann plans to open its first store in the new channel at Ekaterinburg Koltsovo Airport. Read More
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Brexit latest: Travel retail campaigners “planning for all eventualities” as Parliament rejects EU Withdrawal Agreement
“We are planning for all eventualities including a Hard Brexit, which is now a distinct possibility, and are advising all our members to do the same," say the ETRC and UK Travel Retail Forum, after the House of Commons rejects Read More
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The Moodie Blog – There may be truffle ahead
Many commentators believe there may be truffle ahead in the Year of the Pig but to me that’s hogwash, the sort of prediction I might have made in my younger, rasher days. Read more
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The Estée Lauder Companies recognised in 2019 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
The beauty group has been highlighted as one of 230 firms committed to transparency in gender reporting and advancing women’s equality. Read More
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Qatar Airways launches impressive Hollywood-style advertising campaign for 2019
The one-minute film was produced by Ridley Scott's company RSA Films. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive HE Akbar Al Baker says the campaign "embodies everything at the heart of Qatar Airways' brand values". Read More
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Istanbul’s new airport unveils five stores amid second phase of duty free expansion
Unifree Duty Free and Gebr. Heinemann open their latest stores at the airport, which is fast becoming one of the world's major hubs. Read More
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Camus Caribbean Expedition Cognac arrives in Barbados
Ten casks of Camus Cognac have completed a voyage from French port La Rochelle to Barbados aboard tall ship De Gallant as part of an experiment into maturation under oceanic and tropical conditions. Read More
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Gategroup invests in Israeli fund Cockpit Innovation for fresh insights into airline consumer trends
The Swiss catering giant paid an undisclosed sum for the stake, which follows investments from Boeing and the Israeli national carrier EL AL. Read More
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Jing Daily: Will cross-border selling via WeChat be the next big thing for travel retail?
The leading Chinese social networking site offers profound opportunities to target customers and achieve sales after travellers have left the airport, argues Azoya Consulting for Jing Daily. Read More
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The Moodie Davitt Report seeks Senior Retail and Commercial Analyst
The Moodie Davitt Report is seeking a Senior Retail and Commercial Analyst to boost our knowledge, coverage and analysis of key Asian travel retail and aviation markets. Read More
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Ambitious F&B plans revealed for New Orleans Louis Armstrong International’s new US$1 billion terminal
Details of a new 20,400 sq ft New Orleans-themed F&B project at Louisiana's largest airport have been revealed exclusively to The Moodie Davitt Report. Read More
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Brand News
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The Estée Lauder Companies recognised in 2019 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
The beauty group has been highlighted as one of 230 firms committed to transparency in gender reporting and advancing women’s equality. Read More
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Natalie’s Candy Jar opens fourth store at Dallas Fort Worth Airport
The Terminal C store is the brand’s 13th airport location and debuts a new traveller-targeted design concept. Read More
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Molton Brown launches new range as part of fragrance-first strategy in travel retail
The eau de parfum collection will launch in September. “2019 will be a key year for Molton Brown within travel retail,” said the company. Read More
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CNSC wins major duty free retailer accolade at Yaok Luxury in China Awards
Luxury was the watchword at a glittering gala dinner in Shanghai last night hosted by Yaok, the powerful publishing-to-research group that specialises in studying and serving Chinese high net worth individuals. There was special recognition for an increasingly influential Chinese Read More
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Camus Caribbean Expedition Cognac arrives in Barbados
Ten casks of Camus Cognac have completed a voyage from French port La Rochelle to Barbados aboard tall ship De Gallant as part of an experiment into maturation under oceanic and tropical conditions. Read More
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L’Oréal launches Armani Code Absolu; reveals Ryan Reynolds as new face
The Canadian actor and producer will front the bestselling Giorgio Armani fragrance line, including upcoming release Armani Code Absolu, which launches in travel retail in April. Read More
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Olivia Burton launches watches and jewellery collections onboard Queen Elizabeth
UK accessories brand Olivia Burton has opened a shop-in-shop on Cunard's Queen Elizabeth cruise ship, in partnership with Dufry. Read More
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Estée Lauder launches skincare range Clinique iD in travel retail
Estée Lauder has launched customisable skincare range Clinique iD into global travel retail. Three moisturising products can be adapted to target specific skin concerns. Read More
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EuroItalia celebrates 40th anniversary in style
The Italian fragrance maker and distributor, which views travel retail as “the most important international window”, celebrated 40 years with a party at the striking Royal Villa of Monza. Read More
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Maui Jim launches four new styles into travel retail
The Sunny Days, Hanapa’s, Shallows and Cut Mountain frames target “travellers looking for edgy new styles”. They launch this week. Read More
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Image of the day: Shiseido celebrates a new beginning
The Japanese traditional ceremony of Kagami Biraki is performed to mark major milestones and new beginnings, and what a red-letter day it was as Shiseido Travel Retail officially opens its new global headquarters in Singapore. Read More
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The Moodie Davitt eZine: Hitting new heights at Hamad International; Bacardi’s inner spirit
Hamad International’s Chief Operating Officer Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer reveals all about the airport's ambitious third-stage development, while Bacardi CEO Mahesh Madhavan discusses innovation, travel retail, and his own fascinating leadership philosophy. Read More
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Delamain revamps with new packaging for bestselling Cognacs
A contemporary look for Pale & Dry XO and Vesper XO highlights the Cognac house's history and values, which include authenticity and patience. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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Areas opens new branch of French bakery Paul at Madrid-Barajas Airport
It is the third branch of the well-known patisserie, café and restaurant at the airport, covering 502sq m and serving up to 209 guests at once. Read More
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Travel food group SSP reports healthy revenue growth in first quarter
Like-for-like sales growth, new concession gains and the acquisition of Stockheim contributed to a solid revenue performance in Q1, says food travel specialist SSP. Read More
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SSP America combines local and national flavours in Phoenix Sky Harbor openings
“Sense of place, taste of place and commitment to the community” are top of the agenda in the six openings this month at the airport’s John S. McCain III Terminal 3. Read More
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Gategroup invests in Israeli fund Cockpit Innovation for fresh insights into airline consumer trends
The Swiss catering giant paid an undisclosed sum for the stake, which follows investments from Boeing and the Israeli national carrier EL AL. Read More
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Ambitious F&B plans revealed for New Orleans Louis Armstrong International’s new US$1 billion terminal
Details of a new 20,400 sq ft New Orleans-themed F&B project at Louisiana's largest airport have been revealed exclusively to The Moodie Davitt Report. Read More
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New Stansted Airport arrivals terminal to feature extensive dining and shopping offer
The UK’s fastest-growing major airport will begin work on the centrepiece of its £600 million (US$766 million) transformation this spring. Read More
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Areas opens eighth concession at Barcelona-El Prat with pastry-maker Boldú
It is the travel catering company's eighth outlet at the Spanish airport, with seven more scheduled to open soon. Read More
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Concessions International and Shake Shack unveil restaurant at Dallas Fort Worth
A US “roadside” burger stand brand with more than 270 locations worldwide has opened for business in Terminal C at the Texas airport. Read More
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Features
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CNSC wins major duty free retailer accolade at Yaok Luxury in China Awards
Luxury was the watchword at a glittering gala dinner in Shanghai last night hosted by Yaok, the powerful publishing-to-research group that specialises in studying and serving Chinese high net worth individuals. There was special recognition for an increasingly influential Chinese Read More
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Jing Daily: Will cross-border selling via WeChat be the next big thing for travel retail?
The leading Chinese social networking site offers profound opportunities to target customers and achieve sales after travellers have left the airport, argues Azoya Consulting for Jing Daily. Read More
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EuroItalia celebrates 40th anniversary in style
The Italian fragrance maker and distributor, which views travel retail as “the most important international window”, celebrated 40 years with a party at the striking Royal Villa of Monza. Read More
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The Moodie Davitt eZine: Hitting new heights at Hamad International; Bacardi’s inner spirit
Hamad International’s Chief Operating Officer Engr. Badr Mohammed Al Meer reveals all about the airport's ambitious third-stage development, while Bacardi CEO Mahesh Madhavan discusses innovation, travel retail, and his own fascinating leadership philosophy. Read More
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Ten Easy Pieces: Meet Duty Free Development Consulting Founder and CEO David Dayan
In the latest instalment of our popular series, David Dayan talks Tarzan and jungle life in Central Africa, a love of diamonds, chance encounters in Asia and becoming a Foodie. Read More
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World number one: Incheon Airport posts record duty free sales of US$2.4 billion in 2018
The South Korean gateway ranks as world number one airport for duty free sales in 2018 after posting a +14.8% increase year-on-year, outstripping a 9.9% growth in departing passengers. Beauty maintained a heady 40% share, reaching US$953 million. Read More
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Image of the day: On track at Riga International Airport
What do you do if you have a long, boring walkway between airport terminals? Simple. You turn it into a running track and create a ‘Wall of Triumph’ to honour your country’s athletes. Read More
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Shinsegae Duty Free partners with artist Kim Mi-Seung in ‘upcycling’ beauty products
Get ready to see Bobbi Brown nail polish used in a manner you could never have imagined. Prepare to view the role of blusher, powder and lipstick reimagined. Shinsegae Duty Free welcomes you to the world of artist Kim Mi-Seung. Read More