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Virtual Travel Retail Expo: Highlights from a stellar Knowledge Hub programme – Monday
We begin a daily review of the outstanding Virtual Travel Retail Expo Knowledge Hub sessions. The Expo remains for six weeks with November themed ‘Buyers & Brands Bonanza Month’, profiling different exhibitors each day with links to stands, special site visits, prizes and other incentives and surprises. Read More
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One Red Kite’s Elliot Dowley wins Two Stacks label design competition at Virtual Travel Retail Expo
Two Stacks offered Virtual Travel Retail Expo stand visitors the opportunity to win a coveted box of Time Well Spent whiskies through an interactive label design competition. Read More
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Wangfujing Duty Free wows at Virtual Travel Retail Expo
Wangfujing Duty Free is dazzling visitors at the Expo (which remains open) with its experiential stand and a compelling video presentation in the Experience Arena by senior executives Grace Zen and Cathy Sun. Read More
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GDF Plaza spells out ambitions with stylish Virtual Expo presence
GDF Plaza, the fast-growing HDH-controlled offshore duty free retailer, is showcasing its existing shopping offer and its exciting future plans, including onshore (residents) duty free at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Qatar Duty Free opens Apple Store at Hamad International Airport
Qatar Duty Free steps up its concerted shop opening programme by unveiling the largest Apple Shop programme at Hamad International Airport. Read More
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The Moodie Blog: Time to climb off the torture rack
I feel like I have been through the mental equivalent of being laid out and then stretched on a medieval torture rack for a week. Read more
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Paradies Lagardère pays tribute to Superstars Awards winners
“Words cannot begin to express how proud I am of our team who showed amazing agility, perseverance, and such heartfelt passion during one of the most challenging times in our history,” says President and CEO Gregg Paradies. Read More
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Omnevo adopts airfree technology to enhance inflight shopping experience
The partnership with inflight digitalisation specialist airfree enables Omnevo’s omnichannel platform to reach the passenger in the aircraft cabin in an environment which has traditionally been restricted by low connectivity. Read More
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Plaza Premium Lounge at Heathrow Airport T2 named best in class by Skytrax for fifth consecutive year
The Plaza Premium Lounge at London Heathrow Airport T2 has been rated as ‘World’s Best Independent Airport Lounge’ for the fifth year in a row at the Skytrax World Airline Awards. Read More
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New study by Airport Dimensions reveals rise in traveller satisfaction with airport experience
Global airport lounge and travel experience leader Airport Dimensions surveyed over 6,000 travellers and found that overall satisfaction levels with airports had risen slightly compared to 2019. Read More
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Colour, Cool, Couture: Valentino Beauty officially lands in travel retail with Shinsegae Duty Free and Dubai Duty Free
L’Oréal Travel Retail has opened the first Valentino Beauty counter in APAC travel retail with Shinsegae Duty Free; and launched a high-profile pop-up and permanent corner with Dubai Duty Free. Read More
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Autogrill salutes team and individual winners at FAB Superstars Awards
Leading travel F&B services provider Autogrill has hailed the ten company teams and individuals that won FAB Superstars Awards last week at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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The devil is in the detail: Bowmore No Corners to Hide makes global travel retail debut
The two whiskies, a 23 Year Old and 32 Year Old, feature striking illustrations from graphic artist Frank Quitely and were inspired by a devilish tale from the island of Islay. Read More
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Ambitious CNSC wins departures duty free contract at Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport in Central China
The new contract marks a crucial milestone for CNSC’s strategic deployment in both Central China and the airport duty free channel. Read More
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Brand News
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Omnevo adopts airfree technology to enhance inflight shopping experience
The partnership with inflight digitalisation specialist airfree enables Omnevo’s omnichannel platform to reach the passenger in the aircraft cabin in an environment which has traditionally been restricted by low connectivity. Read More
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One Red Kite’s Elliot Dowley wins Two Stacks label design competition at Virtual Travel Retail Expo
Two Stacks offered Virtual Travel Retail Expo stand visitors the opportunity to win a coveted box of Time Well Spent whiskies through an interactive label design competition. Read More
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Qatar Duty Free opens Apple Store at Hamad International Airport
Qatar Duty Free steps up its concerted shop opening programme by unveiling the largest Apple Shop programme at Hamad International Airport. Read More
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Mars Wrigley ITR reveals three keys to driving confectionery category growth
The confectionery company will outline its post-COVID-19 strategy to grow its brands and the category at next week’s TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes. Read More
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Ritter Sport updates its look for TFWA World Exhibition
The German chocolate brand will reveal a new stand and refreshed packaging for its extended travel retail exclusive range at the upcoming event in Cannes. Read More
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Travel Blue targets health and wellness with new ranges for Cannes
The travel accessories specialist commits to a larger, more prominent stand at the Cannes event, with a focus on Travel Blue, Lexingham, Z-Zoom, Anomeo and Hygiene ranges. Read More
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Colour, Cool, Couture: Valentino Beauty officially lands in travel retail with Shinsegae Duty Free and Dubai Duty Free
L’Oréal Travel Retail has opened the first Valentino Beauty counter in APAC travel retail with Shinsegae Duty Free; and launched a high-profile pop-up and permanent corner with Dubai Duty Free. Read More
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The devil is in the detail: Bowmore No Corners to Hide makes global travel retail debut
The two whiskies, a 23 Year Old and 32 Year Old, feature striking illustrations from graphic artist Frank Quitely and were inspired by a devilish tale from the island of Islay. Read More
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The Whisky Emporium – a world first for Dewar’s – opens with Shenzhen Duty Free in Hainan
The 82sq m Whisky Emporium, designed as an omnichannel retail experience, features Dewar’s alongside the malts portfolio of Royal Brackla, Aberfeldy, Craigellachie, Aultmore and Glen Deveron. Read More
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Luxottica and CDFG partner in exclusive travel retail launch
The partners have launched optical eyewear, clear lens and snow goggles lines from Burberry, Ray-Ban and Oakley at CDF Mall for the first time in travel retail. Read More
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Jonathan Corbett joins The East India Company in key sales and development role
The highly experienced and well-regarded travel retail executive will boost The East India Company’s drive in the channel. Read More
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Three new openings set to boost Hamburg Airport shopping offer
Retailers tech2go and Marco O’Polo are unveiling new stores at the airport, while Hamburg Transfers has opened a landside walk-in centre, where chauffeur-driven car services can be booked. Read More
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CDFG Member Mini Program Team wins ‘The Moodies’ Awards for Best Digital Team; CDFG and Lancôme snare Best CSR campaign
China Duty Free Group was a big winner at the prestigious annual Moodies Travel Journey Awards (‘The Moodies’) – the travel retail industry’s benchmark digital & social communication and commerce awards – held on Friday. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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Paradies Lagardère pays tribute to Superstars Awards winners
“Words cannot begin to express how proud I am of our team who showed amazing agility, perseverance, and such heartfelt passion during one of the most challenging times in our history,” says President and CEO Gregg Paradies. Read More
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Plaza Premium Lounge at Heathrow Airport T2 named best in class by Skytrax for fifth consecutive year
The Plaza Premium Lounge at London Heathrow Airport T2 has been rated as ‘World’s Best Independent Airport Lounge’ for the fifth year in a row at the Skytrax World Airline Awards. Read More
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Virtual Travel Retail Expo: Highlights from a stellar Knowledge Hub programme – Monday
We begin a daily review of the outstanding Virtual Travel Retail Expo Knowledge Hub sessions. The Expo remains for six weeks with November themed ‘Buyers & Brands Bonanza Month’, profiling different exhibitors each day with links to stands, special site Read More
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Autogrill salutes team and individual winners at FAB Superstars Awards
Leading travel F&B services provider Autogrill has hailed the ten company teams and individuals that won FAB Superstars Awards last week at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Manchester Airport bounces back: Managing Director Karen Smart talks renewal and recovery
Karen Smart welcomes the lifting of UK travel restrictions as the upgraded Manchester Airport Terminal 2 gets set to stimulate growth in passenger numbers and commercial revenues after a devastating 18 months. Read More
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TAV Operation Services partners with airport lounge app start-up
31 TAV airport lounges will be made available through the app, which has been developed by the New Zealand company LoungePair. It enables variable pricing to be charged for airport lounge access. Read More
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Portland Design leads retail planning for Bengaluru Airport City’s retail, dining and entertainment village
The RDE Village will be home to a wide variety of retail, dining, and entertainment elements as part of the wider ‘airport city’ project being built across a 23-acre site adjacent to Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. Read More
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A celebration of people, travel and food: FAB Superstars 2021 award winners named
We announce the inaugural winners of FAB Superstars, a programme created to shine a light on the frontline and behind the scenes heroes and heroines who have helped keep the travel dining industry going through its greatest crisis. Read More
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Features
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Wangfujing Duty Free wows at Virtual Travel Retail Expo
Wangfujing Duty Free is dazzling visitors at the Expo (which remains open) with its experiential stand and a compelling video presentation in the Experience Arena by senior executives Grace Zen and Cathy Sun. Read More
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GDF Plaza spells out ambitions with stylish Virtual Expo presence
GDF Plaza, the fast-growing HDH-controlled offshore duty free retailer, is showcasing its existing shopping offer and its exciting future plans, including onshore (residents) duty free at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Virtual Travel Retail Expo: Highlights from a stellar Knowledge Hub programme – Monday
We begin a daily review of the outstanding Virtual Travel Retail Expo Knowledge Hub sessions. The Expo remains for six weeks with November themed ‘Buyers & Brands Bonanza Month’, profiling different exhibitors each day with links to stands, special site Read More
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Colour, Cool, Couture: Valentino Beauty officially lands in travel retail with Shinsegae Duty Free and Dubai Duty Free
L’Oréal Travel Retail has opened the first Valentino Beauty counter in APAC travel retail with Shinsegae Duty Free; and launched a high-profile pop-up and permanent corner with Dubai Duty Free. Read More
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Manchester Airport bounces back: Managing Director Karen Smart talks renewal and recovery
Karen Smart welcomes the lifting of UK travel restrictions as the upgraded Manchester Airport Terminal 2 gets set to stimulate growth in passenger numbers and commercial revenues after a devastating 18 months. Read More
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CDFG Member Mini Program Team wins ‘The Moodies’ Awards for Best Digital Team; CDFG and Lancôme snare Best CSR campaign
China Duty Free Group was a big winner at the prestigious annual Moodies Travel Journey Awards (‘The Moodies’) – the travel retail industry’s benchmark digital & social communication and commerce awards – held on Friday. Read More
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Breaking News: “A celebration of the human spirit” —The Travel Retail Superstars Awards Winners revealed
The Moodie Davitt Report is delighted to announce the winners of this inaugural awards platform that celebrates the heroes and heroines of our industry. Read More
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A celebration of people, travel and food: FAB Superstars 2021 award winners named
We announce the inaugural winners of FAB Superstars, a programme created to shine a light on the frontline and behind the scenes heroes and heroines who have helped keep the travel dining industry going through its greatest crisis. Read More