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In a candid and at times deeply personal interview conducted during the recent TFWA World Exibition, CEO Xavier Rossinyol previewed Avolta IQ, the company’s proprietary commercial intelligence engine and spoke about his journey since asssuming the leadership reins in 2022.
Lotte Duty Free and Hwayo will jointly develop exclusive products, expand global distribution, host events for top-tier customers and showcase Hwayo through experiential pop-up spaces at Lotte stores.
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Our latest image selection comes courtesy of Unifree Duty Free, which last month launched its Whisky Festival at Istanbul Airport.
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The new Terminal B North Concourse places Houston’s culinary identity, premium hospitality, art and wider culture at the heart of the passenger experience.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says, “For the first time in more than 50 years, Australia is opening a major new airport. It’s a milestone that has been decades in the making and one that belongs to the people of Western Sydney.” UPDATED as international flights launch.
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For 5-10 minutes, the exhibition stopped, people turned away from everything Cannes had to offer, and the room fell silent to listen to the story of Morgan Ridler and Sinead Moodie. Two people who never met, but whose love and legacy intertwined and lives on.
Registration for ASUTIL members and Punta Cana 2026 attendees will run through January, with general registration open from 1 February, subject to remaining availability.
In this video interview, Ferrero Travel Market discusses the growing biscuits category, changing flavour preferences and how digital engagement is helping brands connect with younger generations of travellers.
Mondelez World Travel Retail Vice President and Managing Director Joost Rosmuller considers how brands, retailers and airports can work differently to reach more shoppers and create value beyond individual product categories.
The development is set to boost Perth’s international connectivity, tourism and trade, while creating new jobs, attracting investment and expanding airport retail and F&B opportunities.
A “very positive Hainan” helps L’Oréal to a stellar third-quarter where growth was posted across all divisions and regions with “remarkable” performances from Professional Products and L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty and a strong recovery in Luxe.
K-food and other Korean destination merchanise are surging in popularity with international visitors and Lotte Duty Free is stepping up its championing of the sectors.
“Our new Primeclass concept reimagines lounges as lifestyle spaces where travellers can experience design, local culture and personalised service,” highlights TAV Airports Holding Chief Commercial Officer and TAV OS CEO Aude Ferrand.
Discussions in Cannes have set the direction for closer collaboration between LVMH Beauty and Lotte Duty Free as they explore opportunities across Asia Pacific.
“We plan to continue expanding our engagement with VIP clients through private events tailored to their personal tastes, alongside differentiated shopping perks,” says a Lotte Duty Free spokesperson.
The awards from the Indian drinks title included Travel Retail Exclusive Launch for an activation around Chivas Regal 15 Year Old, plus Travel Retail Experiential Activation for ‘Spirit of India’, an experiential initiative with House of Rampur.
The cruise retailer is targeting stronger sales through 300 onboard activations, enhanced product launches and greater investment in shipboard teams.
Driven by Fragrances and Makeup, Q3 revenue grew +5.6% like-for-like and +7.2% on a reported basis to €1,391 million, while nine-month revenue rose +4.8% like-for-like (+4.2% reported ) to €3,744.5 million.
Retail activities, from shops and restaurants to advertising and car rental, saw revenues dip by -3.6% year-on-year through September, caused by multiple factors including the Middle East crisis, currency fluctuation and a softer luxury market.
Today’s images are courtesy of Vietnam Duty Free as it experiences encouraging consumer reaction and sales to its newly opened stores at Noi Bai International Airport, gateway to the nation’s capital Hanoi.
During the TFWA World Exhibition, Avolta CEO Xavier Rossinyol spoke exclusively to The Moodie Davitt Report Founder & Chairman Martin Moodie. In this wide-ranging, candid and at times deeply personal interview, Rossinyol previewed Avolta IQ, an initiative revealed publicly later that day to a packed audience of sector stakeholders at the Avolta Cocktail later the same day.
“The upgraded boutique showcases Montblanc’s full universe of craftsmanship – from iconic writing instruments and fine timepieces to luxury leather goods,” says Head of Travel Retail Europe Jonas Weber-Heyn.
The strongest performers by division in Q3 were Kering Jewelry (+12% year-on-year on a reported basis) and Kering Eyewear (+6%) as group transformation and revitalisation of the Gucci brand continues.
Babor Beauty Group Director Travel Retail Lara Schlüter discusses the company’s 70th anniversary, its forthcoming Hydration & Electrolyte launch and the opportunity to broaden niche beauty discovery in travel retail.
