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  • Globuy 2020 Travel Retail Consumer Awards revealed: (1) Essences & Serums; (2) Creams & Lotions

    We bring you the first two beauty sub-category results from the Globuy Travel Retail Consumer Awards, the sector’s most prestigious consumer recognition programme. There’s good news for Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair and Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream. Read More

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    Your new gateway to world class shopping: Bahrain Duty Free all set for landmark opening

    The final countdown is on for the opening of the spectacular new Passenger Terminal Building at Bahrain International Airport on 28 January and Bahrain Duty Free is promising something suitably special in the retail offer. Read More

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    Image of the Day: IATA salutes Singaporean effort to vaccinate aviation front-liners

    “We are not asking for aviation workers to be on top of the list, but we need governments to ensure that transportation workers are considered as essential when vaccine roll-out plans are developed,” says IATA as it praises Singapore’s approach. Read More

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    Jason Blejwas named Senior Vice President Merchandising and Planning at Valiram

    The appointment of former DFS Group Global Fashion Operations Director Jason Blejwas is a key move for the family-held Malaysian retailer Valiram. Read More

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    Chinese authorities step up rigorous efforts to curb COVID-19 outbreaks

    In the run-up to the mass human migration over Chinese New Year, citizens are being urged to adopt careful precautionary measures, according to state-owned media Global Times. Read More

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    Look hard and you will see a Cathay Pacific aircraft rising steeply from Hong Kong International Airport, every bit as beautiful as a bird in flight. Read more

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  • Image for Travel retail veteran Moyra Race launches buyer training series

    Travel retail veteran Moyra Race launches buyer training series

    Moyra Race, the ex-Dufry, World Duty Free and Nuance Group buying professional, is imparting her extensive knowledge through new training courses. Read More

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  • Image for Tasa Meng and Asahi Shuzo partner for sake launch in tribute to Japanese author Image for Tasa Meng and Asahi Shuzo partner for sake launch in tribute to Japanese author

    Tasa Meng and Asahi Shuzo partner for sake launch in tribute to Japanese author

    A Masaoka Shiki gift box – honouring the Japanese author and haiku poetry master – is featured by the travel retailer in a month-long promotion. Read More

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    Farmer’s Fridge fresh food vending machine offer set for US airport expansion

    In an interview with The Moodie Davitt Report, Farmer’s Fridge CEO Luke Saunders says he aims to revolutionise the grab-and-go US airport dining market. Read More

  • Image for View from the top: Corporación América Airports CEO Martín Eurnekian joins strong Summit of the Americas speaker line-up Image for View from the top: Corporación América Airports CEO Martín Eurnekian joins strong Summit of the Americas speaker line-up Image for View from the top: Corporación América Airports CEO Martín Eurnekian joins strong Summit of the Americas speaker line-up

    View from the top: Corporación América Airports CEO Martín Eurnekian joins strong Summit of the Americas speaker line-up

    Martín Eurnekian, who leads powerful Latin American airports group Corporación América, and who is also Chair of ACI World, joins a powerhouse list of speakers in the Knowledge Hub for the virtual Summit of the Americas (5-9 April). Read More

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    Autogrill plans to raise up to €600 million through new share issue

    CEO Gianmario Tondato Da Ruos says: “We are starting a journey aimed at strengthening our capital structure, to be financially ready and flexible to take advantage of any potential future opportunities.” Read More

  • Image for Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards Image for Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards Image for Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards

    Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards

    Lotte Duty Free’s renowned excellence in social media wins the ultimate plaudit at the prestigious annual awards with YouTube channel LDF TV lauded for its consumer engagement. Read More

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    Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability

    In a strong conclusion to the ETRC Business Forum on Thursday, a panel of prominent brand owners assessed how travel retail must act to remain relevant to a changing consumer base. Read More

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    AirAsia extends digital footprint with Philippines travel retail launch

    AirAsia Shop is launched in a new market, the Philippines, allowing Filipino customers to buy a wide range of merchandise and have goods delivered to their homes. Read More

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  • Image for Globuy 2020 Travel Retail Consumer Awards revealed: (1) Essences & Serums; (2) Creams & Lotions Image for Globuy 2020 Travel Retail Consumer Awards revealed: (1) Essences & Serums; (2) Creams & Lotions

    Globuy 2020 Travel Retail Consumer Awards revealed: (1) Essences & Serums; (2) Creams & Lotions

    We bring you the first two beauty sub-category results from the Globuy Travel Retail Consumer Awards, the sector’s most prestigious consumer recognition programme. There’s good news for Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair and Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream. Read More

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    Travel retail veteran Moyra Race launches buyer training series

    Moyra Race, the ex-Dufry, World Duty Free and Nuance Group buying professional, is imparting her extensive knowledge through new training courses. Read More

  • Image for Tasa Meng and Asahi Shuzo partner for sake launch in tribute to Japanese author Image for Tasa Meng and Asahi Shuzo partner for sake launch in tribute to Japanese author

    Tasa Meng and Asahi Shuzo partner for sake launch in tribute to Japanese author

    A Masaoka Shiki gift box – honouring the Japanese author and haiku poetry master – is featured by the travel retailer in a month-long promotion. Read More

  • Image for Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability Image for Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability Image for Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability Image for Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability Image for Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability Image for Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability

    Voice of the brands: Redefining travel retail’s relevance through diversity, authenticity and sustainability

    In a strong conclusion to the ETRC Business Forum on Thursday, a panel of prominent brand owners assessed how travel retail must act to remain relevant to a changing consumer base. Read More

  • Image for Coty Chief Digital Officer Jean-Denis Mariani to address Beauty Tech Live in April Image for Coty Chief Digital Officer Jean-Denis Mariani to address Beauty Tech Live in April

    Coty Chief Digital Officer Jean-Denis Mariani to address Beauty Tech Live in April

    Jean-Denis Mariani is the latest leading beauty industry figure to join the Beauty Tech Live Knowledge Hub (12-16 April), with more names to be announced soon. Read More

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    “All the deliciousness of gin with none of the alcohol”: Sea Arch Drinks eyes global market

    The Devon-based non-alcoholic drinks brand has secured the support of International Diplomatic Supplies Founder and Chief Executive Patrick Doyle. Read More

  • Image for Opinion: The growing importance of supporting small drinks brands in travel retail Image for Opinion: The growing importance of supporting small drinks brands in travel retail

    Opinion: The growing importance of supporting small drinks brands in travel retail

    Frank René Welkerling, CEO off Compass Supply Solutions, champions craft drinks brands and the important alternative they provide in duty free to the big names. Read More

  • Image for Video of the day: Ajmal Perfumes launches 70th anniversary celebrations in Sharjah

    Video of the day: Ajmal Perfumes launches 70th anniversary celebrations in Sharjah

    Ajmal Perfumes has kicked off its 70th anniversary celebrations with a podium-focused high-profile promotion in the heart of Sharjah Duty Free run by Dufry. Read More

  • Image for Victorinox partners with Rajiv Malhotra’s Lead in Travel Retail for Asia Pacific Chocolate Knife launch Image for Victorinox partners with Rajiv Malhotra’s Lead in Travel Retail for Asia Pacific Chocolate Knife launch

    Victorinox partners with Rajiv Malhotra’s Lead in Travel Retail for Asia Pacific Chocolate Knife launch

    The Victorinox Chocolate Knife looks like an Original Swiss Army Knife but is actually Swiss milk chocolate, with a gianduja hazelnut filling. And that Chocolate Knife is in the safe Asia Pacific hands of industry veteran Rajiv Maholtra. Read More

  • Image for Nuxe unveils travel retail exclusive ‘My Nourishing Honey Kit’ for 2021

    Nuxe unveils travel retail exclusive ‘My Nourishing Honey Kit’ for 2021

    The kit is the latest addition to the brand’s sustainable Rêve de Miel range. It is now available in worldwide travel retail. Read More

  • Image for Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections Image for Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections Image for Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections Image for Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections Image for Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections Image for Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections

    Shiseido Travel Retail welcomes the Year of the Ox with limited-edition Lunar New Year Collections

    The beauty company has revealed limited editions from prestige brands Shiseido, Clé de Peau Beauté, Elixir, Anessa, Nars and Laura Mercier. Read More

  • Image for Indian airport operators push for doubling of duty free liquor and value allowances

    Indian airport operators push for doubling of duty free liquor and value allowances

    The Association of Private Airport Operators, which represents seven Public-Private Partnership (PPP) airports in India, is pressing for the duty free liquor allowance to be doubled from two litres to four, with a similar percentage hike in the baggage (value) Read More

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    ‘Words of Sommeliers’: Barton & Guestier book reviews full AOP wine portfolio

    The French winemaker recently teamed up with 31 of the world’s top sommeliers in a project to underline the work of what Barton & Guestier calls its “best ambassadors”. Read More

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    Farmer’s Fridge fresh food vending machine offer set for US airport expansion

    In an interview with The Moodie Davitt Report, Farmer’s Fridge CEO Luke Saunders says he aims to revolutionise the grab-and-go US airport dining market. Read More

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  • Image for Autogrill plans to raise up to €600 million through new share issue

    Autogrill plans to raise up to €600 million through new share issue

    CEO Gianmario Tondato Da Ruos says: “We are starting a journey aimed at strengthening our capital structure, to be financially ready and flexible to take advantage of any potential future opportunities.” Read More

  • Image for Opinion: The growing importance of supporting small drinks brands in travel retail Image for Opinion: The growing importance of supporting small drinks brands in travel retail

    Opinion: The growing importance of supporting small drinks brands in travel retail

    Frank René Welkerling, CEO off Compass Supply Solutions, champions craft drinks brands and the important alternative they provide in duty free to the big names. Read More

  • Image for McDonald’s opens at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Image for McDonald’s opens at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

    McDonald’s opens at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

    The airport company said the Terminal 2 opening – at the time when passengers are wary of travelling – will boost the customer experience. Read More

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    Image of the Day: Shot(s) in the arm for travel and retail at Singapore Changi

    If the travel retail community is looking for signs of positivity in aviation, the start of a vaccination programme at Changi Airport provides an encouraging one. Read More

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    More heavyweight airport and retail executives join Summit of the Americas speaker line-up for April event

    Senior figures from Hudson, ARI-North America, Motta Internacional and Midway Partnership join a strong list of influential speakers already named for the Summit of the Americas Knowledge Hub in April. Read More

  • Image for “We’re really just getting started:” OTG marks 25 years in airport hospitality business

    “We’re really just getting started:” OTG marks 25 years in airport hospitality business

    OTG, a pioneering force in the airport hospitality sector, says it aims to continue furthering “a more mobile-friendly and contact-free airport experience” as it hits its milestone 25th anniversary. Read More

  • Image for Refurbished Plaza Premium Lounge opens at GMR Hyderabad International Image for Refurbished Plaza Premium Lounge opens at GMR Hyderabad International Image for Refurbished Plaza Premium Lounge opens at GMR Hyderabad International

    Refurbished Plaza Premium Lounge opens at GMR Hyderabad International

    The 773sq m facility, situated in the domestic departures area, has new features including a massage and wellness offer and zonal music control. Read More

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  • Features

  • Image for Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards Image for Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards Image for Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards

    Lotte Duty Free snaps up Grand Prix award for social media excellence at 2020 A.N.D. Awards

    Lotte Duty Free’s renowned excellence in social media wins the ultimate plaudit at the prestigious annual awards with YouTube channel LDF TV lauded for its consumer engagement. Read More

  • Image for Interview: Mars Wrigley’s Jack Tabbers says travel retail must change in COVID-shaped world Image for Interview: Mars Wrigley’s Jack Tabbers says travel retail must change in COVID-shaped world Image for Interview: Mars Wrigley’s Jack Tabbers says travel retail must change in COVID-shaped world

    Interview: Mars Wrigley’s Jack Tabbers says travel retail must change in COVID-shaped world

    “I think travel retail, driven by its old structure, needs to watch out that it doesn’t lose its relevance,” warns Jack Tabbers, the man in charge of the newly integrated travel retail and Netherlands (domestic) business. Read More

  • Image for Anatomie is ‘designed to fly’ and ready to take off at the Summit of the Americas Image for Anatomie is ‘designed to fly’ and ready to take off at the Summit of the Americas Image for Anatomie is ‘designed to fly’ and ready to take off at the Summit of the Americas Image for Anatomie is ‘designed to fly’ and ready to take off at the Summit of the Americas

    Anatomie is ‘designed to fly’ and ready to take off at the Summit of the Americas

    “We believe we have a game-changing fashion concept,” says Anatomie Co-Founder Kate Boyer who is gearing up for leisurewear brand Anatomie’s travel retail debut at the Summit of the Americas – A Virtual Experience in April. Read More

  • Image for Interview: Airports company Avinor takes €3.6 billion “lighthouse of the duty free world” contract to global market Image for Interview: Airports company Avinor takes €3.6 billion “lighthouse of the duty free world” contract to global market Image for Interview: Airports company Avinor takes €3.6 billion “lighthouse of the duty free world” contract to global market

    Interview: Airports company Avinor takes €3.6 billion “lighthouse of the duty free world” contract to global market

    As one of the world’s blue-chip duty free concessions is tendered for stores at 11 Norwegian airports, Dermot Davitt speaks to senior Avinor executives about the opportunity. Read More

  • Image for APTRA & The Moodie Davitt Report announce ‘The APAC Dialogue’ webinars Image for APTRA & The Moodie Davitt Report announce ‘The APAC Dialogue’ webinars Image for APTRA & The Moodie Davitt Report announce ‘The APAC Dialogue’ webinars

    APTRA & The Moodie Davitt Report announce ‘The APAC Dialogue’ webinars

    The APAC Dialogue will feature one-day programmes every two months through 2021, each dedicated to a different theme, region or country. “This virtual programme will benefit APTRA members and the industry at large while we all navigate a reshaped, post-Covid Read More

  • Image for Avinor launches tender for one of the world’s biggest duty free contracts at 11 Norwegian airports

    Avinor launches tender for one of the world’s biggest duty free contracts at 11 Norwegian airports

    One of the world’s blue-chip travel retail concessions, across 11 Norwegian airports and with an estimated value of €3.6 billion over five years, comes to market. Read More

  • Image for Shiseido joins surging support for China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan Image for Shiseido joins surging support for China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan Image for Shiseido joins surging support for China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan

    Shiseido joins surging support for China International Consumer Products Expo in Hainan

    Japanese cosmetics house Shiseido has joined the growing list of exhibitors confirmed for the China International Consumer Products Expo. Read More

  • Image for Mondelēz veteran Rajiv Malhotra creates new company, Lead In Travel Retail

    Mondelēz veteran Rajiv Malhotra creates new company, Lead In Travel Retail

    Long-time Mondelēz World Travel Retail executive Rajiv Malhotra has created his own Singapore-based company – Lead In Travel Retail. The much-respected Malhotra plans to serve as a business builder for brands in the Asia and Middle East regions. Read More

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