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Today was a red-letter day for China Duty Free Group as the travel retailer officially unveiled its departures and arrivals duty-free stores at Beijing’s premier gateway with a richly atmospheric opening ceremony.
In its year-end results, the group highlighted travel retail as one of the strongest-performing channels in the smoke-free category worldwide in Q4.
Shinsegae Duty Free’s Q4 sales rose +7.9% year-on-year to KRW599 billion (US$416 million) while operating profit improved exponentially from a thumping loss in Q4 2024 to a profit of KRW2 billion (US$1.39 million).
Molera, who works for Areas in food & beverage across train stations in Barcelona, triumphed in the competition that rewards operational excellence and talent development support across the Areas global network.
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In an extraordinary gesture, Mondelez World Travel Retail is donating US$1 for every limited-edition, travel retail-exclusive Toblerone Pink Crush bar sold through Qatar Duty Free at Hamad International Airport.
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China Duty Free Group says duty-free shopping is moving beyond price to be more driven by habit, context and quality as the airport retailer gears up its promotional and product offer for the peak Chinese New Year holiday period.
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The -15.72% drop in concession revenues comes despite a rise in passenger traffic in the quarter ending 31 December, reflecting issues surrounding the contribution of duty free at Thai airports.
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Our image selection today comes from Muscat Duty Free, where Misaka has made its Middle East debut. “We couldn’t be prouder of our exceptional whisky and the dedicated partners who share our vision,” says Global Drinks Managing Director Harry Kartasis.
Building on a partnership established in 2017, the retailer’s charitable arm will continue to support the UAE-based global philanthropic group with AED1.5 million (US$408,000) per year from 2026 to 2028, funding Schools2030 initiatives in multiple countries.
The programme campaign combines cultural elements such as traditional performances and interactive New Year events with exclusive shopping benefits, supported by service and logistics support.
TFWA Vice-President Marketing Alessio Crivelli shared an update on plans for the reimagined TFWA Asia Pacific show at a press conference in Paris on Thursday, with a new exhibition format previously announced.
The contract covers three units in Terminal 1, including 52sq m at the Departures Southwest Concourse on Level 6; 50sq m at the Departures Satellite Concourse on Level 5; and 45sq m at the Departures Midfield Concourse on Level 6.
Spanning multiple categories, TREX shines a spotlight on products, campaigns and collaborations that deliver unique, channel-specific value to travellers.
“We have admired these exceptional wines for many years and believe that travel retail operators will be very supportive of this range,” says Duty Free Global Founder Barry Geoghegan.
Launched in October, the collection comprises 13, 16 and 19 Year Old single malts at 43%, 46% and 47% ABV respectively, all finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.
The Sanya-based travel retailer is simultaneously strengthening its luxury portfolio, scaling outdoor and athleisure products, and introducing IP-driven retail concepts that resonate with younger consumers.
The campaign is now live at key airports, including Singapore Changi, Kuala Lumpur International and Los Angeles International, with further installations underway in Mumbai, New Delhi and Doha.
Running from November 2025 through February on the shopping emporium’s ground floor, the activation showcases the Hyaluronic Acid + Peptides Ceramide Capsules Hydra-Plumping Serum and Water Cream
In response to the updated downtown duty-free store policy, CNSC’s Hangzhou Store has brought duty-free shopping to the city’s commercial core, serving both domestic and international travellers.
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Bath & Body Works Executive Vice President, International Tony Garrison recently spoke to The Moodie Davitt Report about the brand’s global ambitions, its product innovations and how it engages with international travellers.
Shiseido Travel Retail Asia Pacific Vice President, Commercial and Business Development Fran Law explores how evolving traveller behaviour is reshaping beauty engagement, positioning Hainan and the Beauty Terminal as a showcase of portfolio-led discovery, trust-building and innovation at scale.
Named ShopLAH, the campaign combines shopping, dining and cultural experiences across Malaysia Airports, highlighting travel retail’s role in driving visitor engagement and tourism spending.
The leading travel retailer is gearing up for a Lunar New Year surge, with around 4,000 cruise ship tourists expected at its Busan and Jeju stores, alongside independent travellers visiting Korea during the busy travel season.
