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Duty-free sales nationwide (excluding inflight retail) in March eased -1.9% year-on-year and rose +12.48% month-on-month to KRW1,082,493,137,737 (US$726.35 million), according to latest Korea Duty Free Association figures.
SwanSong Smiles will simultaneously honour several landmarks – the 20th anniversary of our (and travel retail’s) relationship with Smile Train; the 25th anniversary of The Moodie Davitt Report; my 40th year in travel retail; and the 80th anniversary of the duty-free industry. Wow, what a joyous, joint celebration it promises to be.
We present highlights of Riyadh Airport Company’s recent developments, which underline how King Khalid International Airport is building a growing reputation for quality services.
AOT reported non-aeronautical revenue of THB16,605 million (US$511 million), down -4.47% year-on-year for the six months ended 31 March, as concession revenue was hit by weaker duty-free performance.
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Welcome to our rolling coverage of the TFWA Asia Pacific show in Singapore, and our highlights of the week in words, images and video.
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The report identified the next set of travellers that will fuel the region’s travel retail development, and the role of AI and innovation to fuel this future growth.
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We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
The deal follows the signing of an exclusivity agreement on 21 April and reinforces the group’s strategy of pursuing selective acquisitions aligned with its positioning in attractive, high-growth segments.
ACI Europe’s air traffic report for the month highlighted uneven growth across regions – the EU+ market stood out with passenger volumes rising +4.1%, while the rest of Europe slowed to +2.6%.
The 1,000sq m mural pays tribute to Uruguayan culture through portraits of key historical figures, and reinforces Carrasco Airport’s commitment to promoting cultural development and tourism in the country.
The store offers a curated assortment of vintage-inspired merchandise, handcrafted goods and everyday lifestyle products designed to reflect the character and heritage of the region.
Marc Jacobs will become a cornerstone of WHP Global’s premium fashion vertical. The Marc Jacobs fragrance and beauty licences remain with US company Coty.
The La Mer to Estée Lauder owner is close to resolving a punitive lawsuit taken collectively by shareholders who alleged the American beauty giant had concealed its over-reliance on daigou sales within China.
Overall non-aeronautical revenues, including retail and food & beverage concessions income, lagged behind a +14% year-on-year growth in passenger numbers to 7 million at the group’s flagship Copenhagen Airport.
In this contributed column, Aena Brasil outlines the multi-faceted commercial opportunities at São Paulo Congonhas Airport amid a major investment.
Mars Wrigley International Travel Retail has introduced its first M&M’s Experience shop-in-shop in Asia, located within the Candy Party Store in Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1.
Baltona has unveiled its largest investment of 2026 at Kraków Airport, introducing a locally inspired flagship duty-free concept celebrating the city’s heritage through immersive, design-led retail.
The US confectionery powerhouse is celebrating I Love Reese’s Day (18 May) with a vibrant makeover of The Moodie Davitt Report homepage, along with an elegant treatment of our mobile website.
Avolta and World Future Enterprises invited TFWA show delegates to lace up their running shoes for a 5km Run/Walk in support of #KickCancerThon, the travel retail campaign to raise funds and visibility for cancer research. The result was astonishing.
Reporting to Pi Insight Managing Director Stephen Hillam, UK-based Sabeen Ditta will work closely with clients to help maximise the value of their data.
Findings from the Airport Experience (AX26) study suggest airports can unlock greater satisfaction and commercial returns from older travellers by prioritising simplicity, navigation and clear value propositions over experiential frills.
Developed in partnership with Cypriot spirits brands Iris Blue and Ovis, the activation combines bartender-led tastings with a curated menu designed to reflect the flavours, colours and atmosphere of Cyprus.
Moodie Davitt STUDIO is proud to introduce the premiere of Moodie Davitt CHECK-IN, a quarterly video series in association with William Grant & Sons, the first episode hosted by Hendrick’s – a most unusual premium gin.
We feature rolling updates on what ranks as one of the biggest crises in travel retail history.
The Swiss herbal confectionery specialist is setting its sights on Asia Pacific travel retail, eyeing substantial ‘white space’ for growth where its current presence has only scratched the surface.
Today’s images from LaGuardia Gateway Partners capture the New York hub’s pioneering interactive Guest Experience Ambassador hologram, the first fully interactive AI hologram for guest service and wayfinding to be deployed at an airport.
