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Guerlain reveals Orchidée Impériale pop-ups in Hainan and Macau
The partnerships with CDFG and DFS in Hainan and Macau in April featured a striking media campaign, KOL participation, product exclusivity and a hotel tie-up. Read More
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Airports of Thailand concession revenues plunge nearly -88% in Q2
With traffic for the period down -75%, commercial income across the Thai airports operated by AOT fell sharply in the six months to 31 March. Read More
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Zürich Airport retail and dining turnover falls by -54% in first four months
Traffic and commercial turnover climbed sharply year-on-year in April, skewed by the comparison with April 2020, when airport activity came to a virtual standstill. Read More
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Shinsegae Duty Free stays in the black spurred by Incheon rent cuts and strong B2B business
Shinsegae Duty Free posts a US$20.3 million first-quarter operating profit spurred by a sharp cut in rental obligations at Incheon International Airport. Read More
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TFWA reschedules World Exhibition & Conference for 24-28 October in Cannes
TFWA says that steps taken by the French government to allow live events, the reopening of travel in Europe plus efforts by the City of Cannes to ensure a safe environment gives it confidence that the event can take place. Read More
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The Moodie Blog: The mouse that roared and the SK-II campaign that soared
The sceptics’ voices have fallen silent. As day three of the four-day event begins, it is clear that the Hainan organisers have a triumph on their hands. Dead MICE? This is the mouse that roared. Read more
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Marshall Retail Group unveils two Sense of Place concept stores at Baltimore/Washington Airport
District Market and America! – both situated in Concourse D – have strong destination merchandise offerings, including White House souvenirs and local foods. Read More
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Dufry captures 12-year duty free contract at Teesside International Airport
Dufry consolidates its footprint in the UK by winning a duty free contract at Teesside International Airport in the northeast of England, where it will open a walk-through store by July. Read More
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Shiseido ‘Skin Beauty Live Studio’ proves a star turn at the Hainan Expo
Shiseido brought innovation and technology to the fore with its presence at the Hainan Expo which offered livestreaming, gamification, a cross-border ecommerce zone and the launch of two new prestige skincare brands. Read More
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The Analyst: Will travel retail’s annus horribilis roll into a biennium horribilis?
Ivo Favotto warns that recent opening of the borders of Australia and New Zealand may not quickly translate into the significant progress for travel retail recovery many will be hoping for. Read More
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CNSC and L’Oréal celebrate official brand opening in Sanya
L’Oréal Group and CNSC senior management were out in force at an official opening and store tour to celebrate a new partnership between the two companies at CNSC Sanya International Duty Free Plaza. Read More
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ACI World report underlines pressure on airports to defend and grow revenues
Airport revenue worldwide for 2019 was US$180.9 billion, up from US$178.4 billion in 2018, an increase of just +1.4% for the year compared to the +3.5% increase in air traffic. Read More
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Bacardi enhances focus on China with presence at Hainan Expo
“This event has opened the way for Bacardi to reach huge numbers of Chinese consumers,” says Bacardi Global Travel Retail Managing Director Vinay Golikeri. Read More
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Blending physical and digital: ACIAPAC webinar addresses post-crisis outlook for airport retail
Andrew Gardiner, Alby Tsang and Thabet Musleh delivered candid views on the impact of crisis and assessed how sector recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic could take shape. Read More
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Brand News
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Magnify Brands launches next-generation Xula transparent face masks
Designed to fit all types of facial features, the reusable masks feature an innovative anti-fog fabric to offer high breathability and ‘best-in-class’ antibacterial and virus protection. Read More
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Guerlain reveals Orchidée Impériale pop-ups in Hainan and Macau
The partnerships with CDFG and DFS in Hainan and Macau in April featured a striking media campaign, KOL participation, product exclusivity and a hotel tie-up. Read More
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Shiseido ‘Skin Beauty Live Studio’ proves a star turn at the Hainan Expo
Shiseido brought innovation and technology to the fore with its presence at the Hainan Expo which offered livestreaming, gamification, a cross-border ecommerce zone and the launch of two new prestige skincare brands. Read More
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CNSC and L’Oréal celebrate official brand opening in Sanya
L’Oréal Group and CNSC senior management were out in force at an official opening and store tour to celebrate a new partnership between the two companies at CNSC Sanya International Duty Free Plaza. Read More
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Bacardi enhances focus on China with presence at Hainan Expo
“This event has opened the way for Bacardi to reach huge numbers of Chinese consumers,” says Bacardi Global Travel Retail Managing Director Vinay Golikeri. Read More
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Counting down – Penderyn to open new £5 million North Wales distillery on 17 May
Penderyn is set to unveil a major new facility in Llandudno with a focus on producing peated barley single malt as it continues to build the reputation of Welsh whisky. Read More
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Safilo and Dsquared2 strike five-year eyewear licence agreement
According to CEO Angelo Trocchia, the addition of Dsquared2 to Safilo Group’s portfolio will help cement the eyewear company’s position in the luxury fashion segment. Read More
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“A roaring success” — Foreo makes a splash at Hainan Expo
Foreo was the official Beauty Devices Provider for the inaugural event, which welcomed 1,505 companies, 2,628 exhibitors and over 240,000 visitors. Read More
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“Combining heritage and innovation” – Porsche Design reveals Hooks Series eyewear
The new sunglasses are backed by a ‘Ready to follow your vision’ campaign featuring brand ambassador Patrick Dempsey. Read More
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Hainan Tourism Investment Duty Free Co and L’Oréal celebrate multi-brand opening in Sanya
A red-letter day for Hainan Tourism Investment Duty Free Co as together with French beauty group L’Oréal it celebrates the opening of 14 brand zones at Hainan Tourism Duty Free Shopping Complex. Read More
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Lagardère Travel Retail opens Sandro and Maje boutiques at Hainan Tourism Duty Free Shopping Complex in Sanya
The two French fashion and accessory brands “inspire Parisian chic around the world”, said Lagardère Travel Retail Read More
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TripurX and Hennessy partner to create interactive digital replica of Sanya flagship on WeChat
An engaging, educational e-shop offers an AR-replica of the Cognac house’s flagship boutique at CDF Mall and offers cocktail tasting sessions, limited-edition releases and hotel vouchers. Read More
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Imperial Duty Free reveals upgraded sunglasses store at Moscow Sheremetyevo
The 50sq m sunglasses store in Terminal D undergoes a refurbishment to introduce a bright new look, spacious entrance area and backlit walls. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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Marshall Retail Group unveils two Sense of Place concept stores at Baltimore/Washington Airport
District Market and America! – both situated in Concourse D – have strong destination merchandise offerings, including White House souvenirs and local foods. Read More
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The Analyst: Will travel retail’s annus horribilis roll into a biennium horribilis?
Ivo Favotto warns that recent opening of the borders of Australia and New Zealand may not quickly translate into the significant progress for travel retail recovery many will be hoping for. Read More
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Blending physical and digital: ACIAPAC webinar addresses post-crisis outlook for airport retail
Andrew Gardiner, Alby Tsang and Thabet Musleh delivered candid views on the impact of crisis and assessed how sector recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic could take shape. Read More
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Fraport Group forecasts Summer boost despite mounting losses in Q1
Chairman Dr. Stefan Schulte says: “We are confident that we are now reemerging from the bottom of the trough. People still have a strong desire to travel and explore the world.” Read More
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ACIAPAC Online session tomorrow features top retail executives from Hamad International, Hong Kong and Melbourne & Launceston airports
‘Spurring the revival of airport commercial revenues’ is the theme of a major ACI Asia-Pacific webinar tomorrow featuring Andrew Gardiner of Australia Pacific Airports Corporation; Alby Tsang of Airport Authority Hong Kong; and Thabet Musleh of Qatar Duty Free. Read More
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“One stop shop” Carrefour opens first grocery outlet at DXB
The 436sq m outlet is located in Terminal 3 arrivals and offers a 3,000-strong range of grocery produce. Read More
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“Craft beer and food destination” Big Smoke Taphouse & Kitchen set for Heathrow T2 opening
Australian F&B specialist Airport Retail Enterprises partners with Surrey brewer Big Smoke Brew Co to open a new craft beer and food concept at Heathrow T2, with a beer and a gin exclusive to the location. Read More
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Fraport USA names Michael Mullaney as Chief Executive
Long-time Hudson senior executive Michael Mullaney joins retail developer Fraport USA as CEO, as Brett Kelly prepares to step down this month. Read More
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Features
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The Analyst: Will travel retail’s annus horribilis roll into a biennium horribilis?
Ivo Favotto warns that recent opening of the borders of Australia and New Zealand may not quickly translate into the significant progress for travel retail recovery many will be hoping for. Read More
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CNSC and L’Oréal celebrate official brand opening in Sanya
L’Oréal Group and CNSC senior management were out in force at an official opening and store tour to celebrate a new partnership between the two companies at CNSC Sanya International Duty Free Plaza. Read More
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Blending physical and digital: ACIAPAC webinar addresses post-crisis outlook for airport retail
Andrew Gardiner, Alby Tsang and Thabet Musleh delivered candid views on the impact of crisis and assessed how sector recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic could take shape. Read More
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Hainan Tourism Investment Duty Free Co and L’Oréal celebrate multi-brand opening in Sanya
A red-letter day for Hainan Tourism Investment Duty Free Co as together with French beauty group L’Oréal it celebrates the opening of 14 brand zones at Hainan Tourism Duty Free Shopping Complex. Read More
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Beauty of tomorrow: L’Oréal Travel Retail’s Emmanuel Goulin on data, innovation and the role of Hainan
In this interview, L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific Managing Director Emmanuel Goulin discusses the company’s ‘purpose-driven’ presence at the Hainan Expo and how L’Oréal aims to develop the ‘beauty of tomorrow’. Read More
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Interview: The sky is the limit in Hainan says Diageo Global Travel Managing Director Eduardo Barp
“We see this as a massive opportunity to really engage shoppers through disruptive brand experiences both online and offline,” says the Diageo travel retail boss of the Hainan opportunity. Read More
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Peuch & Besse and International Diplomatic Supplies strike wide-ranging partnership
The new collaboration – the result of a meeting during the inaugural Moodie Davitt Virtual Travel Retail Expo – covers the distribution of selected P&B wines to 60 embassies worldwide. Read More
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DFS and Shenzhen Duty Free Group strengthen partnership in milestone ceremony at Hainan Expo
The long-term partners underline their joint belief in the future of Hainan and China’s travel retail market, paving the way for more collaborations. Read More