-
Double celebration as Lotte Duty Free and Lancôme light up the night sky in Seoul
Two celebrations in one. That was the message, lit up gloriously in the Seoul sky and on the façade of Lotte World Tower as Lotte Duty Free and Lancôme celebrated the retailer’s 40th anniversary and the Lunar New Year in spectacular style. Read More
-
-
Kiehl’s and Shilla unveil spectacular Lunar New Year animation at Changi Airport
Festive, fun, and interactive: The vibrant Kiehl’s animation was launched in partnership with The Shilla Duty Free and combines photo opportunities, digital interactivity, and gamification elements. Read More
-
‘For Responsible Living’: Diesel and Eco-Age announce new sustainability strategy
The brand’s sustainability commitment is built on four key pillars: Be The Alternative, Stand For The Planet, Celebrate Individuality, and Promote Integrity. Read More
-
Former L’Oréal travel retail executive joins Fragrance Foundation UK board
Charles de Montalivet takes the position with the influential trust having joined Shiseido in the UK last year after a long and successful international career with L’Oréal Group. Read More
-
-
GMR Airports strikes deal to run duty free at Kannur International in Kerala
This is the first duty free concession managed by GMR outside its own airport portfolio; the agreement runs for seven years with an extension option. Read More
-
-
The Moodie Blog – ‘Indian food made unforgettable’
It’s a winning formula based on doing the simple – and not so simple – things well. Read more
-
-
This week on Instagram…Airports kick off Lunar New Year celebrations; Dubai Duty Free unveils Wishing Tree
This week on Instagram…airports and retailers welcome the Year of the Rat in style with a series of spectacular Lunar New Year launches and events. Read More
-
-
Stellar Partners opens first permanent Wired store at Newark Liberty Airport
The Wired store is a technology and accessories outlet designed and built in partnership with publisher Condé Nast and Wired, through airport specialist Stellar Partners. Read More
-
Moodie Davitt Pax Index: The latest traffic figures from airports across the world
UPDATE: The busiest airports in Hungary and the Czech Republic have reported a record 2019. Read More
-
Areas appoints Carlos Bernal as CEO of its USA team
Bernal has more than 25 years of hospitality industry experience. He replaces Sergio Rodriguez, who becomes Areas Iberia CEO. Read More
-
-
St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport opens gastromarket and other F&B and retail stores
The new openings in the domestic departures hall form part of operator Northern Capital Gateway’s wider renovation of the commercial area there. Read More
-
Passenger traffic in Europe continued to decelerate in November
ACI Europe reported year-on-year growth of +1.7% noting a build-up of both supply and demand pressures, particularly in the EU market. Read More
-
The race begins: Incheon Airport duty free tender issued
What is certain to be one of travel retail’s most hotly contested tenders, covering eight five-year concessions, kicks off today at the world’s most valuable airport duty free location. Read More
-
-
Gold Bar whiskey taps into San Francisco 49ers drive for Super Bowl with DFS
Gold Bar Whiskey is building awareness with a major campaign through DFS in its home city of San Francisco, as a spirits partnership with the 49ers football team pays off handsomely. Read More
-
-
-
-
-
Brand News
-
Kiehl’s and Shilla unveil spectacular Lunar New Year animation at Changi Airport
Festive, fun, and interactive: The vibrant Kiehl’s animation was launched in partnership with The Shilla Duty Free and combines photo opportunities, digital interactivity, and gamification elements. Read More
-
-
‘For Responsible Living’: Diesel and Eco-Age announce new sustainability strategy
The brand’s sustainability commitment is built on four key pillars: Be The Alternative, Stand For The Planet, Celebrate Individuality, and Promote Integrity. Read More
-
Samsonite-owned Lipault unveils Nite Box capsule collection
The Nite Box capsule collection features reflective strips that glow in the dark. It is available in travel retail and domestic markets. Read More
-
This week on Instagram…Airports kick off Lunar New Year celebrations; Dubai Duty Free unveils Wishing Tree
This week on Instagram…airports and retailers welcome the Year of the Rat in style with a series of spectacular Lunar New Year launches and events. Read More
-
Champagne Lanson appoints Edouard de Boissieu as Head of Travel Retail
De Boissieu, who replaces the retiring Olivier de la Giraudière, is in charge of airlines, cruise lines and duty free. Read More
-
-
Stellar Partners opens first permanent Wired store at Newark Liberty Airport
The Wired store is a technology and accessories outlet designed and built in partnership with publisher Condé Nast and Wired, through airport specialist Stellar Partners. Read More
-
Braun and Oral-B extend South American travel retail presence
In collaboration with Brandlink, Braun and Oral-B products are now available in selected Uruguayan border stores and through the Mercado Libre ecommerce site. Read More
-
Tito’s Handmade Vodka secures onboard listing for Air Astana
“It’s a true testament to our brand that Air Astana would choose to include Tito’s as one of their onboard duty free options,” Tito’s International Managing Director John McDonnell says. Read More
-
Gold Bar whiskey taps into San Francisco 49ers drive for Super Bowl with DFS
Gold Bar Whiskey is building awareness with a major campaign through DFS in its home city of San Francisco, as a spirits partnership with the 49ers football team pays off handsomely. Read More
-
The Moodie Davitt Report x Globuy: Dior and Armani Beauty bring spectacle to Shanghai Pudong Airport
A weekly selection of stories from The Moodie Davitt Report is included in Globuy’s ‘Duty Free News Flash’ column, with a beauty breakthrough from Dior and a stellar Armani Beauty animation among the highlights. Read More
-
-
Al Nassma partners with Dubai Duty Free in exclusive Chinese New Year gift pack
The nine-piece assorted praline gift box is available in all Dubai Duty Free stores and is highlighted on the Dubai Tourism wechat account. Al Nassma is also attracting the attention of daigou shoppers. Read More
-
Changi Airport seeks partners for Terminal 2 watch concessions
The new contracts begin in October and November this year, as Changi Airport Group brings two watch concessions in Terminal 2 to market. Read More
-
Tariff war looming between US and France over Digital Services Tax
The Trump administration’s initial findings from an investigation suggest that it is ready to go ahead with punitive tariffs on a number of goods including luxury staples such as cosmetics, handbags and Champagne – bad news for local retailers but Read More
-
-
Food & Beverage
-
Areas appoints Carlos Bernal as CEO of its USA team
Bernal has more than 25 years of hospitality industry experience. He replaces Sergio Rodriguez, who becomes Areas Iberia CEO. Read More
-
-
St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport opens gastromarket and other F&B and retail stores
The new openings in the domestic departures hall form part of operator Northern Capital Gateway’s wider renovation of the commercial area there. Read More
-
Paradies Lagardère names Jens Baake as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Dining Division
Baake has held leadership positions at The Palm Restaurant Group, MS Development and Meyers USA, working with celebrity chefs and personalities such as Claus Meyer and Martha Stewart. Read More
-
QikServe to create “hospitality management platform of the future” after acquiring Preoday
“We aim to be the digital self-service provider at the centre of the hospitality ecosystem,” says QikServe Founder & President Daniel Rodgers. Read More
-
Celebrating the best in travel dining: FAB 2020 Awards categories announced
Several new categories are being introduced this year with the airport food & beverage industry’s best-in-class to be honoured at a glittering awards ceremony in Istanbul on 24 June. Read More
-
-
Zurich Airport reports +1.3% commercial turnover growth for 2019 as spend per passenger drops
A strong performance from landside shopping helped the Swiss airport to +1.3% year-on-year growth in commercial turnover. Read More
-
Local favourite The Canadian Brewhouse to make airport debut at Edmonton International
The 4,000sq ft restaurant and sports bar, the 35th venue from the chain in western Canada, is scheduled to open in autumn this year. Read More
-
Fruits For Drinks targets aviation sector with carbon footprint lowering freeze-dried fruit garnishes
The company said using its products will allow aviation industry clients to benefit from lower costs, faster customer service, fewer touch points, a smaller carbon footprint and simpler waste management. Read More
-
-
-
Features
-
Double celebration as Lotte Duty Free and Lancôme light up the night sky in Seoul
Two celebrations in one. That was the message, lit up gloriously in the Seoul sky and on the façade of Lotte World Tower as Lotte Duty Free and Lancôme celebrated the retailer’s 40th anniversary and the Lunar New Year in Read More
-
Interview: How Billion Connect is creating a value-enhancing link between SIM card business and travel retail
“We know where our users are at any time and we want to influence what they are doing next. So we are going to let them know where to buy, where to eat, and where to play.” Read More
-
Jing Daily: Luxury 2030 – The Rise of the Personal Luxury Experiences
“The unfortunate reality for many luxury brands in 2020 is that their experiences are still too transactional, too beholden to industry standards, and not nearly personal or memorable enough.” Read More
-
Celebrating the best in travel dining: FAB 2020 Awards categories announced
Several new categories are being introduced this year with the airport food & beverage industry’s best-in-class to be honoured at a glittering awards ceremony in Istanbul on 24 June. Read More
-
Analysis: Strengthening currency and stock market bodes well for Chinese travel and spending
Trade tensions between the US and China are expected to ease following the signing of a long-awaited trade deal tomorrow, boosting Chinese confidence, travel and spending. Read More
-
Fruits For Drinks targets aviation sector with carbon footprint lowering freeze-dried fruit garnishes
The company said using its products will allow aviation industry clients to benefit from lower costs, faster customer service, fewer touch points, a smaller carbon footprint and simpler waste management. Read More
-
Opinion: PSI on the power of future reservation data
Global affairs can change travel patterns at the drop of a hat. The sudden relocation of the UN Climate conference, along with Greta Thunberg’s resulting voyage across the Atlantic and back, is a stark example of this disruption. Edward Heaney, Read More
-
Korean duty free rivalry heats up amid impending Incheon tender and focus on global expansion
They are the dominant players in the world’s biggest duty free market. But both Korean giants Lotte and Shilla have pressing reasons to expand their global footprint. Read More