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DFS unveils new loyalty programme and official Chinese name as DFS Circle and 迪斐世 (dí fěi shì) are born
Move over Loyalty T by DFS, welcome DFS Circle. DFS Group unveils a sleek revamped loyalty programme and simultaneously introduces an official new Chinese name designed to convey the company’s positioning as a global luxury travel retailer. Read More
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Kilian fragrances take centre stage with elegant pop-up at Bahrain Duty Free
Bahrain Duty Free CEO & Board Director Bassam Al Wardi says the new pop-up space elevates the shopping experience and offers customers “an insight into the world of master perfumery”. Read More
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Reminder: Deadline for AAA Retail & Commercial Forum Award nominations falls on 9 June
An expanded awards programme will take place at the second edition of the Australian Airports Association (AAA) Retail & Commercial Forum in July; award nominations are due by next week. Read More
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Moodie Davitt Video View: Talking product, passion and principles with John McDonnell of Tito’s International
In this edition of our new video series, Martin Moodie catches up with Tito’s International Managing Director John McDonnell at the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore. As we discover, Tito’s is as much about great principles as it is Read More
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ICAO to remind Member States that current STEB usage measures still apply
The Duty Free World Council welcomes support from the International Civil Aviation Organization in communicating that current measures for security tamper-evident bags usage still apply until further notice. Read More
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The Moodie Blog: The power of four – Destination Doha assumes a new dimension
A Trinity-plus (or quaternity) collaboration if you like – airport, retailer, brand and Chef – is born. Read more
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Coty supports star-studded DKMS gala as blood cancer charity raises US$1.85 million
The Moodie Davitt Chairman Martin Moodie joined more than 500 key supporters who continue to help raise awareness and crucial funds for blood cancer patients in need of a stem cell transplant. Read More
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‘Experience the Exquisite’ – Ferragamo and CDFG launch Spring/Summer 2023 Collection in Hainan
Customers experienced the brand’s first Spring/Summer 2023 collection by Maximilian Davis, while receiving fashion advice from an on-site stylist and participating in a photoshoot. Read More
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A place to connect – Hasbro Gaming rolls into Changi Airport with holiday campaign
The Singapore gateway’s Terminal 3 offers fun games and experiences for children and families in a holiday campaign that runs until 16 July. Read More
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Boots celebrates opening of Bristol Airport store
The health and beauty chain’s new store is part of the west country airport’s extensive Read More
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Rémy Cointreau appoints Fida Bou Chabke as CEO, Global Travel Retail; Alice Hoffman named Marketing Director for the channel
Two experienced Rémy Cointreau executives assume key travel retail leadership roles as the French Cognac to liqueurs powerhouse steps up its growth plans in the channel. Read More
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‘A whole new level’ – MSC Euribia to set sail with largest shopping area at sea
The impressive 1,278sq m of shopping space houses a Luxury Plaza, an expansive range of tech and gadgets, as well as a collection of environmentally-responsible products. Read More
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The Estée Lauder Companies and CDFG team up for ‘Gifts of Love’ pop-up in Hainan
The heart-shaped pop-up in Sanya showcases ELC’s powerful portfolio of fragrance brands throughout this month with a special focus on 520 (20 May), known as Chinese Cyber Valentine’s Day. Read More
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Pet-sonality Profile with Tito’s Handmade Vodka: Meet Dorinda Kenny and Dudley
In our popular column in association with Tito’s, the ARI Global Promotions Manager introduces us to Dudley, a 70kg Great Pyrenees, couch hogger and sock snatcher. Read More
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Brand News
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Kilian fragrances take centre stage with elegant pop-up at Bahrain Duty Free
Bahrain Duty Free CEO & Board Director Bassam Al Wardi says the new pop-up space elevates the shopping experience and offers customers “an insight into the world of master perfumery”. Read More
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Moroccanoil targets Asian consumers with new Airy Moisture haircare line
Highlighted at this month’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore, the formula is crafted to offer a silky finish and is exclusive to Asia. Read More
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Moodie Davitt Video View: Talking product, passion and principles with John McDonnell of Tito’s International
In this edition of our new video series, Martin Moodie catches up with Tito’s International Managing Director John McDonnell at the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore. As we discover, Tito’s is as much about great principles as it is Read More
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Coty supports star-studded DKMS gala as blood cancer charity raises US$1.85 million
The Moodie Davitt Chairman Martin Moodie joined more than 500 key supporters who continue to help raise awareness and crucial funds for blood cancer patients in need of a stem cell transplant. Read More
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Coty Campus beauty Metaverse set to launch this fall
In partnership with tech innovator Spatial, Coty has created an internal Metaverse designed to incentivise collaboration and creation across its 11,000 global employees. Read More
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‘Experience the Exquisite’ – Ferragamo and CDFG launch Spring/Summer 2023 Collection in Hainan
Customers experienced the brand’s first Spring/Summer 2023 collection by Maximilian Davis, while receiving fashion advice from an on-site stylist and participating in a photoshoot. Read More
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A place to connect – Hasbro Gaming rolls into Changi Airport with holiday campaign
The Singapore gateway’s Terminal 3 offers fun games and experiences for children and families in a holiday campaign that runs until 16 July. Read More
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Rémy Cointreau appoints Fida Bou Chabke as CEO, Global Travel Retail; Alice Hoffman named Marketing Director for the channel
Two experienced Rémy Cointreau executives assume key travel retail leadership roles as the French Cognac to liqueurs powerhouse steps up its growth plans in the channel. Read More
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Innovative ROCKS Whiskey Chilling Stones extends travel retail footprint
The brand’s hero product, The Original Rocks pack of six granite stones, was listed on Korean Air Skyshop in April and sold out within the first week. Read More
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The Estée Lauder Companies and CDFG team up for ‘Gifts of Love’ pop-up in Hainan
The heart-shaped pop-up in Sanya showcases ELC’s powerful portfolio of fragrance brands throughout this month with a special focus on 520 (20 May), known as Chinese Cyber Valentine’s Day. Read More
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On location: Zhuhai Duty Free Gongbei Port arrivals store unveiled as a new ‘Tourism + Duty Free’ card in the Greater Bay Area
The Moodie Davitt Report reports from Zhuhai on the Grand Opening yesterday of the expanded and much-enhanced Zhuhai Duty Free Gongbei Port arrivals duty free store. The store represents a new landmark in space and qualitative terms for a land Read More
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Moodie Davitt Video View: The one and only Barry Geoghegan of Duty Free Global
In this edition, The Moodie Davitt Report Founder & Chairman Martin Moodie catches up with Barry Geoghegan, Founder and Commercial Director of Irish wines & spirits duty free agency company Duty Free Global. Read More
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Swarovski shimmers with new concept store at Hong Kong International Airport
Swarovski, in partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail, this month opened its latest concept store at the Hong Kong gateway, featuring jewellery, watches, figurines and accessories. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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Reminder: Deadline for AAA Retail & Commercial Forum Award nominations falls on 9 June
An expanded awards programme will take place at the second edition of the Australian Airports Association (AAA) Retail & Commercial Forum in July; award nominations are due by next week. Read More
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Bahrain International Airport extends F&B and entertainment offer with R12 sports lounge opening
The R12 sports lounge and food & beverage outlet is the latest major opening from SSP Bahrain at the new Bahrain Airport terminal. Read More
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smartseller reveals ‘all yours’ retail and food service space at Münster Osnabrück Airport
Previously separated duty free, food service and convenience store elements have now been combined in an open, integrated 600sq m concept at the regional German airport. Read More
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Qatar Duty Free celebrates opening of Louis Vuitton Lounge by Yannick Alléno
The Moodie Davitt Report is on location in Doha as the magnificent Louis Vuitton Lounge by Yannick Alléno is inaugurated in partnership with Qatar Duty Free. We bring you a preliminary report with much more to follow soon. Read More
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Jersey Mike’s Subs opens at Newark Liberty International Airport
Popular for its fresh sliced and fresh grilled subs, Jersey Mike’s Subs extends its travel retail presence with an outlet in Terminal A. Read More
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SSP to partner with BrewDog for launch at London Gatwick
SSP Group will open a series of air and rail outlets with independent craft brewer Brewdog in the UK in coming years. The first will open at London Gatwick Airport in December. Read More
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SSP Group exceeds 2019 revenues in first half as travel recovery gathers momentum
The travel restaurateur reports revenues of £1,318.4 million, up +64.1% against H1 last year, with the momentum continuing into H2. Read More
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The Moodie Davitt Report and tRetail Labs to collaborate on major food & beverage study
The partners aim to shed new light on the size, scale and key dynamics driving the airport food & beverage industry through a comprehensive, data-led study. Read More
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Features
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DFS unveils new loyalty programme and official Chinese name as DFS Circle and 迪斐世 (dí fěi shì) are born
Move over Loyalty T by DFS, welcome DFS Circle. DFS Group unveils a sleek revamped loyalty programme and simultaneously introduces an official new Chinese name designed to convey the company’s positioning as a global luxury travel retailer. Read More
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‘Experience the Exquisite’ – Ferragamo and CDFG launch Spring/Summer 2023 Collection in Hainan
Customers experienced the brand’s first Spring/Summer 2023 collection by Maximilian Davis, while receiving fashion advice from an on-site stylist and participating in a photoshoot. Read More
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Pet-sonality Profile with Tito’s Handmade Vodka: Meet Dorinda Kenny and Dudley
In our popular column in association with Tito’s, the ARI Global Promotions Manager introduces us to Dudley, a 70kg Great Pyrenees, couch hogger and sock snatcher. Read More
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On location: Zhuhai Duty Free Gongbei Port arrivals store unveiled as a new ‘Tourism + Duty Free’ card in the Greater Bay Area
The Moodie Davitt Report reports from Zhuhai on the Grand Opening yesterday of the expanded and much-enhanced Zhuhai Duty Free Gongbei Port arrivals duty free store. The store represents a new landmark in space and qualitative terms for a land Read More
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Moodie Davitt Video View: Mark Anthony Brands International and B&S on the power of partnership
In our new video series, we bring you an interview in which B&S Managing Director Maurice Riegel and Mark Anthony Brands International Market Director – Spirits Ronan O’Neill talk about a new partnership between their companies. Read More
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Bob Miller, travel retail entrepreneur, pioneer and industry giant turns 90
Bob Miller created what would become DFS in the 1960s in partnership with Chuck Feeney, who sold his share to LVMH in 1996. Miller retains his 38.75% share in the company and remains very much committed to the business. Read More
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The Moodie Davitt Report and tRetail Labs to collaborate on major food & beverage study
The partners aim to shed new light on the size, scale and key dynamics driving the airport food & beverage industry through a comprehensive, data-led study. Read More
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DFS Group presented with 2022 Trinity Award
DFS Chairman & CEO Benjamin Vuchot received the award from The Moodie Davitt Report Chairman Martin Moodie at DFS HQ. The accolade recognised DFS’ entry into the Metaverse and its brilliant application within the acclaimed Annual Beauty Campaign. Read More