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  • Hainan offshore duty free sales rise +20.69% to US$380.7 million over seven-day holiday period

    The Year of the Rabbit has hopped off to a strong start in Hainan with Lunar New Year holiday sales climbing strongly year-on-year and running +329% higher than in pre-pandemic 2019. UPDATED with confirmed offline and online figures. Read More

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  • Image forL’OCCITANE and Gebr. Heinemann team up for ‘Gift of Nature’ campaign at Frankfurt Airport

    L’OCCITANE and Gebr. Heinemann team up for ‘Gift of Nature’ campaign at Frankfurt Airport

    The four-month campaign offers travel retail-exclusives, vibrant photo opportunities and edutainment elements. L’OCCITANE is donating €1 for every rope swing Instagram photo posted of the pop-ups.  Read More

  • Image forL’OCCITANE Group celebrates Elemis B Corp certification

    L’OCCITANE Group celebrates Elemis B Corp certification

    Elemis completed its B Corp Impact Assessment after two years of implementing sustainable changes to its business practices and achieved a 93% score. Read More

  • Image forLagardère Travel Retail unveils world first automated point of sale duty free concept at Brussels Airport

    Lagardère Travel Retail unveils world first automated point of sale duty free concept at Brussels Airport

    The ‘Quick N’ Easy’ concept offers Belgian beers and chocolate products in Pier A at the airport, with customers paying contactlessly for goods when exiting the store. Read More

  • Image forBreakthrough for tourism stakeholders as Philippines approves tax refund scheme for foreign visitors

    Breakthrough for tourism stakeholders as Philippines approves tax refund scheme for foreign visitors

    The government approves a proposal to refund taxes to foreign tourists, as it targets significant tourism growth this year. It has also endorsed an e-visa upon arrival programme, with Chinese and Indian tourists as the priority. Read More

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    The Moodie Blog: Why you should get on down to Harry’s place

    Talk to anyone in the business who knows him and you will never hear a bad word spoken of Harry. And at a time of huge supply chain challenges, he has become even more of a go to man. Read more

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  • Image forAutogrill announces leadership changes as Dufry merger looms; Paolo Roverato to become CEO

    Autogrill announces leadership changes as Dufry merger looms; Paolo Roverato to become CEO

    We bring you major industry personnel news, as the merger between travel food & beverage and retail sector giants Autogrill and Dufry moves closer. Read More

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  • Image forLukas Brosi named as new CEO of Zurich Airport

    Lukas Brosi named as new CEO of Zurich Airport

    Replacing the long-serving Stephan Widrig as the new CEO, Brosi will lead the company’s strategic development. Read More

  • Image forKarl Sutcliffe named Vice President Store Operations Hawaii for DFS Group

    Karl Sutcliffe named Vice President Store Operations Hawaii for DFS Group

    The well-respected executive has enjoyed a successful career in travel retail both with Aer Rianta International and (for more than ten years) with DFS Group. Read More

  • Image forSSP opens Malaysia’s first Jamie Oliver restaurant at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    SSP opens Malaysia’s first Jamie Oliver restaurant at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    Adding to its diverse F&B options at KLIA, the travel restaurateur has just unveiled the eponymous restaurant of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, the first in Malaysia. It will open more restaurants this year including Burger King and Hard Rock Cafe Read More

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    Moodie Davitt Passenger Traffic Monitor: How airports performed in the recovery year of 2022

    Our column brings key passenger data from 2022 across the world’s airports, as industry recovery continues. LATEST: Malaysia Airports reports that domestic passengers reached 36.2 million in 2022 across its local network, 69.6% of the 2019 total. Read More

  • Image forImages of the Day: Auckland Airport bounces back from devastating flooding

    Images of the Day: Auckland Airport bounces back from devastating flooding

    Auckland Airport as you have never seen it as heavy rainfall and catastrophic rainfall wreak havoc on the main New Zealand gateway. But the Auckland team has responded with true Kiwi grit. Read More

  • Image forMelbourne Orlando International Airport opens its newly upgraded passenger terminal

    Melbourne Orlando International Airport opens its newly upgraded passenger terminal

    In preparation for an air travel spike, Melbourne Orlando International Airport in the US has unveiled a bigger and better terminal. It features an array of F&B and retail options. Read More

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    Moodie Davitt WeChat: Key stories from Week 45

    We present highlights from last week’s Moodie Davitt Report WeChat Official Account, with a readership base now of an impressive 3,645 followers. Read More

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  • Brand News

  • Image forL’OCCITANE and Gebr. Heinemann team up for ‘Gift of Nature’ campaign at Frankfurt Airport

    L’OCCITANE and Gebr. Heinemann team up for ‘Gift of Nature’ campaign at Frankfurt Airport

    The four-month campaign offers travel retail-exclusives, vibrant photo opportunities and edutainment elements. L’OCCITANE is donating €1 for every rope swing Instagram photo posted of the pop-ups.  Read More

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  • Image forL’OCCITANE Group celebrates Elemis B Corp certification

    L’OCCITANE Group celebrates Elemis B Corp certification

    Elemis completed its B Corp Impact Assessment after two years of implementing sustainable changes to its business practices and achieved a 93% score. Read More

  • Image forLagardère Travel Retail unveils world first automated point of sale duty free concept at Brussels Airport

    Lagardère Travel Retail unveils world first automated point of sale duty free concept at Brussels Airport

    The ‘Quick N’ Easy’ concept offers Belgian beers and chocolate products in Pier A at the airport, with customers paying contactlessly for goods when exiting the store. Read More

  • Image forSafilo posts strong sales growth and margin improvement in 2022

    Safilo posts strong sales growth and margin improvement in 2022

    The eyewear group registered solid growth in 2022, with sales up by +4.2% at constant exchange rates to €1076.7 million, thanks to the strong sales performance of both its own brands and licenced businesses. Read More

  • Image forImages of the Day: Auckland Airport bounces back from devastating flooding

    Images of the Day: Auckland Airport bounces back from devastating flooding

    Auckland Airport as you have never seen it as heavy rainfall and catastrophic rainfall wreak havoc on the main New Zealand gateway. But the Auckland team has responded with true Kiwi grit. Read More

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  • Image forMoodie Davitt WeChat: Key stories from Week 45

    Moodie Davitt WeChat: Key stories from Week 45

    We present highlights from last week’s Moodie Davitt Report WeChat Official Account, with a readership base now of an impressive 3,645 followers. Read More

  • Image forImages of the Day: Dior pops up with trademark finesse at Changi

    Images of the Day: Dior pops up with trademark finesse at Changi

    The mega event marks Dior’s comeback at the “world-class” Changi Airport after three years.​ And what a return it is. Read More

  • Image forThe Moodie Davitt Report invests in PERFUMIST

    The Moodie Davitt Report invests in PERFUMIST

    “Much like wine, perfume involves both a creative and consumer journey. The greater the consumer awareness of the category, the more successful the world of fragrance will become.” Read More

  • Image forGuerlain and Ever Rich Duty Free partner to build awareness of bee protection

    Guerlain and Ever Rich Duty Free partner to build awareness of bee protection

    The ‘Bee School’ event led by brand owner and retailer invited 20 children to learn about the importance of bee protection through fun games, exhibitions and a beekeeper experience. Read More

  • Image forStarboard Cruise Services names Caryl Capeci as Strategic Advisor for luxury categories

    Starboard Cruise Services names Caryl Capeci as Strategic Advisor for luxury categories

    With a strong background in both cruise retail and jewellery, Capeci will lead growth strategy, partnership expansion and luxury brand stewardship across fine jewellery, luxury and Swiss categories. Read More

  • Image forMarchon Eyewear launches Nautica Tenite Renew collection

    Marchon Eyewear launches Nautica Tenite Renew collection

    The new range includes sunglasses and other eyewear featuring bio-based and certified recycled materials. Read More

  • Image forImages of the Day: ‘Fantastico Peru’ – Lagardère Travel Retail reveals new destination concept in Lima

    Images of the Day: ‘Fantastico Peru’ – Lagardère Travel Retail reveals new destination concept in Lima

    “This is a new step towards creating different duty free experiences for travellers, focused on local authenticity,” says the travel retailer, which is marking one year of duty free operations at Lima Airport. Read More

  • Image forMarcolin names Alessio Puleo as Group Marketing Director

    Marcolin names Alessio Puleo as Group Marketing Director

    Puleo takes responsibility for group brand management and trade marketing and training, as well as marketing analysis at the eyewear group. Read More

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  • Food & Beverage

  • Image forAutogrill announces leadership changes as Dufry merger looms; Paolo Roverato to become CEO

    Autogrill announces leadership changes as Dufry merger looms; Paolo Roverato to become CEO

    We bring you major industry personnel news, as the merger between travel food & beverage and retail sector giants Autogrill and Dufry moves closer. Read More

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  • Image forSSP opens Malaysia’s first Jamie Oliver restaurant at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    SSP opens Malaysia’s first Jamie Oliver restaurant at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    Adding to its diverse F&B options at KLIA, the travel restaurateur has just unveiled the eponymous restaurant of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, the first in Malaysia. It will open more restaurants this year including Burger King and Hard Rock Cafe Read More

  • Image forMelbourne Orlando International Airport opens its newly upgraded passenger terminal

    Melbourne Orlando International Airport opens its newly upgraded passenger terminal

    In preparation for an air travel spike, Melbourne Orlando International Airport in the US has unveiled a bigger and better terminal. It features an array of F&B and retail options. Read More

  • Image forAmazon Just Walk Out technology debuts with Paradies Lagardère at Charlotte Douglas Airport

    Amazon Just Walk Out technology debuts with Paradies Lagardère at Charlotte Douglas Airport

    The checkout-free retail experience is installed at Goods Express@CLT, as Paradies Lagardère advances its digital services platform. Read More

  • Image forHMSHost names Shelby Scales as Vice President, Strategic Alliances

    HMSHost names Shelby Scales as Vice President, Strategic Alliances

    The highly respected executive will lead HMSHost’s relationships with Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise partners and other woman- and minority-owned businesses. Read More

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  • Image forKing Khalid Airport 2022 duty free sales soar above pre-pandemic level by +51%

    King Khalid Airport 2022 duty free sales soar above pre-pandemic level by +51%

    Strong passenger volumes exceeding pre-pandemic levels and close collaboration with Lagardère Travel Retail-owned Aelia Duty Free drove a stellar commercial performance in 2002 for Riyadh Airports Company. Read More

  • Image forcasualfood names Michael Schorm and Andreas Förster as Managing Directors

    casualfood names Michael Schorm and Andreas Förster as Managing Directors

    The travel F&B specialist’s founders Stefan Weber and Michael Weigel take seats on a newly-formed Strategic Advisory Board as casualfood makes significant changes to its management team. Read More

  • Image forEdinburgh Airport releases three prime advertising, lounge and retail opportunities

    Edinburgh Airport releases three prime advertising, lounge and retail opportunities

    The opportunities are for a new 365sq m lounge, a 359sq m convenience store and a contract to manage the travel hub’s advertising portfolio. Read More

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  • Features

  • Image forHainan offshore duty free sales rise +20.69% to US$380.7 million over seven-day holiday period

    Hainan offshore duty free sales rise +20.69% to US$380.7 million over seven-day holiday period

    The Year of the Rabbit has hopped off to a strong start in Hainan with Lunar New Year holiday sales climbing strongly year-on-year and running +329% higher than in pre-pandemic 2019. UPDATED with confirmed offline and online figures. Read More

  • Image forLotte Duty Free outlines ambitions to grow Melbourne Airport business to US$243.3 million in sales

    Lotte Duty Free outlines ambitions to grow Melbourne Airport business to US$243.3 million in sales

    “The Melbourne Airport store will be a key base for Lotte Duty Free to expand its global business and market recovery,” says Lotte Duty Free CEO Kim Ju-Nam as the Korean retailer reveals ambitious plans to transform the business. Read More

  • Image forChina Duty Free Group presence puts Korean retailers on guard in Incheon tender

    China Duty Free Group presence puts Korean retailers on guard in Incheon tender

    China Duty Free Group’s apparent strong interest in the Incheon contracts has, to coin a western phrase, thrown a very large cat among the pigeons. Read More

  • Image forChinese outbound group tours to resume on 6 February to 20 selected countries

    Chinese outbound group tours to resume on 6 February to 20 selected countries

    Big news as China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism announces a pilot scheme resumption of overseas group tours. Just 20 countries are included in the initial phase. We reveal which are in and, importantly, which are out. UPDATED. Thailand top Read More

  • Image forThe Moodie Davitt eZine: Marking Lunar New Year and accelerating travel retail’s growth in 2023

    The Moodie Davitt eZine: Marking Lunar New Year and accelerating travel retail’s growth in 2023

    In this edition we examine how 2023 looks like shaping up for travel & tourism, the prospects for outbound travel from China and how travel retail is marking Lunar New Year. Read More

  • Image forDFS launches phase one of Chongqing Jiangbei Airport Terminal 3a concession

    DFS launches phase one of Chongqing Jiangbei Airport Terminal 3a concession

    The stylish multi-brand sunglasses store kicks off the travel retailer’s five-year fashion, watches and jewellery concession in style. Read More

  • Image forForwardKeys/Dragon Trail webinar: China outbound travel surges for Lunar New Year; Peak 2023 travel choices outlined

    ForwardKeys/Dragon Trail webinar: China outbound travel surges for Lunar New Year; Peak 2023 travel choices outlined

    We bring you the key takeaways from an outstanding webinar staged today on the resurgence of Chinese outbound travel. Read More

  • Image forOn location – Tallink celebrates opening of elegant, digitally-led shopping environment on MyStar cruise ferry

    On location – Tallink celebrates opening of elegant, digitally-led shopping environment on MyStar cruise ferry

    At 2,500sq m over two decks, the next generation vessel – which serves the vital Tallinn-Helsinki route – houses the largest retail environment of any ship in the Baltic Sea, with many market firsts from brand partners. Read More

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