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Dufry inaugurates arrivals duty free store at Amman International amid expansion drive
The 700sq m arrivals store opening marks the first step in a major renovation of the Dufry retail business at Amman International. It comes as airport company AIG upgrades commercial services across the location. Read More
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Image of the day: Mumbai International’s spectacular celebration
A stunning light show and concert marked five years of operations at Terminal 2, which is known for its extensive use of technology and for capturing Sense of Place. Read More
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Mixed fortunes for Schiphol in 2018 as average retail spend falls but F&B spend goes up
Total concessions revenue at Royal Schiphol Group increased 3.1% year-on-year, to €212 million, as passenger traffic grew. Read More
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Retail upgrade planned as Global Ports Holding strikes 30-year cruise port deal in Antigua
The contract with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda will ensure that shopping takes centre stage at the port. Read More
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Duty Calls Charity Dinner reservations surge as interest builds in May event
Table and individual reservations are being snapped up for The Moodie Davitt Report Duty Calls Charity Dinner to be held in Singapore on Saturday 11 May; reserve your place now via our dedicated website. Read More
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The Moodie Blog – Move over Dubai International. Welcome DXB
“Airports are not just about numbers. They are about the hearts and minds of every single person who comes through our doors every day.” Read more
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Pre-registration opens for TFWA Asia Pacific event in Singapore
This year’s event is once again being held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre from 12-16 May. Read More
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Vital importance of travel retail exclusives underlined in new consumer study
The results of DFWC’s latest KPI Monitor show that the purchase decision is increasingly dependent on the uniqueness of the offering and experience. Read More
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Video Interview: Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO Colm McLoughlin
Colm McLoughlin talks to TV host Sheron Loftus-Nanayakkara and reflects on his personal and professional journey with Dubai Duty Free. Read More
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Celebrating a 30-year partnership: DFS and Chopard unveil exclusive timepiece
The Chopard Happy Sport – DFS Special Edition comes in two sizes and is available exclusively at DFS airport stores and downtown T Galleria locations worldwide. Read More
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ACI Africa to focus on commercial potential of airports at annual conference
ACI Africa will focus on unlocking the commercial potential of African airports at its annual conference in Luxor on 5-7 March, with input from MEADFA. Read More
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HMSHost names Iris Messina in key business development role
The former Westfield Vice President of Leasing takes up a new business development role for the travel restaurateur in North America. Read More
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Rituals’ partnership with Essence Corp sees first store open in Americas travel retail
The Dutch brand’s global expansion gathers pace in the western hemisphere as it launches with London Supply. Read More
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Eight bottles, eight seasons: Diageo releases second Games of Thrones-inspired whisky collection
The limited-edition range, which matches single malt Scotch whiskies to Houses of Westeros heroes and the Night’s Watch, will roll out in global travel retail by the end of March. Read More
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Brand News
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Celebrating a 30-year partnership: DFS and Chopard unveil exclusive timepiece
The Chopard Happy Sport – DFS Special Edition comes in two sizes and is available exclusively at DFS airport stores and downtown T Galleria locations worldwide. Read More
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Furla extends network with stores in Hong Kong and Grenada
The brand partners with DFS to open at T Galleria by DFS, Canton Road and with Rouge Duty Free in two stores in Grenada. Read More
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Romantic spirit: Hendrick’s Gin adds a touch of Love to airport promotions
The Love campaign – which includes activations before and after Valentine’s Day – is running at key airports in the UK and Europe, and selected locations in the Middle East and Asia. Read More
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Rituals’ partnership with Essence Corp sees first store open in Americas travel retail
The Dutch brand’s global expansion gathers pace in the western hemisphere as it launches with London Supply. Read More
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Eight bottles, eight seasons: Diageo releases second Games of Thrones-inspired whisky collection
The limited-edition range, which matches single malt Scotch whiskies to Houses of Westeros heroes and the Night’s Watch, will roll out in global travel retail by the end of March. Read More
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Schiphol Airport Retail Exquisite shop named ‘Habanos Specialist’
The Schiphol Airport Retail-run store in Lounge 3 wins a seal of approval from Habanos for its cigar range and service. Read More
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Coty’s leading shareholder JAB Holdings bids to take control of beauty company
Powerful investment group JAB Holdings, which is already the largest shareholder in Coty Inc, will make a tender offer that would give it a 60% controlling stake in the beauty company. Read More
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Why a limited-edition Absolut vodka ranks as one of the travel retail stories of the year
I researched Absolut’s involvement with the LGBTQ community. Their efforts are no mere tokenism. I take great pleasure that the industry I inhabit is capable of being a public platform for tolerance and understanding. Read More
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Clear vision: Jägermeister launches Ice Cold activation at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
The drinks company shows travellers it’s cool to be cold with a striking new travel retail concept that will be rolled out to other key airport stores across the globe this year. Read More
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L’Oréal Travel Retail renews support for Trinity Forum as Platinum Partner
The event “provides a unique platform for shaping the future of this channel”, according to L’Oréal Travel Retail Managing Director Vincent Boinay. Read More
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Interview: Perfumist’s Frederick Besson on merging the physical and digital in travel retail
Besson’s clever app – Perfumist – gives control to consumers looking to find the fragrances that are just right for them, or a significant other. Read More
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Jing Daily: Lunar New Year spending sends mixed signals on Chinese economy to luxury brands
Jing Daily says that there is no guarantee that a weak consumption growth rate will lead to an overall slowdown of luxury consumption. But brands which rely on Chinese luxury consumers need to be on red-alert, it says. Read More
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Extending the fashion footprint: Wolford opens boutique at Frankfurt Airport
The landside 47sq m store, the latest in a series of airport openings in Europe, features the brand’s lingerie and leg and bodywear. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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Areas adds to the dining mix at Philadelphia International with two new openings
National brand California Pizza Kitchen and local eatery Bud & Marilyn’s will focus on creating a “world class passenger experience”. Read More
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Mixed fortunes for Schiphol in 2018 as average retail spend falls but F&B spend goes up
Total concessions revenue at Royal Schiphol Group increased 3.1% year-on-year, to €212 million, as passenger traffic grew. Read More
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Retail upgrade planned as Global Ports Holding strikes 30-year cruise port deal in Antigua
The contract with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda will ensure that shopping takes centre stage at the port. Read More
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HMSHost captures €80 million dining contract at Cairns Airport’s domestic terminal
The contract win cements HMSHost International’s tenure at Cairns Airport, with a blend of local, national and international concepts planned. Read More
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ACI Africa to focus on commercial potential of airports at annual conference
ACI Africa will focus on unlocking the commercial potential of African airports at its annual conference in Luxor on 5-7 March, with input from MEADFA. Read More
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HMSHost names Iris Messina in key business development role
The former Westfield Vice President of Leasing takes up a new business development role for the travel restaurateur in North America. Read More
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Celebrity Millennium kicks off US$500 million fleet-wide cruise revamp
The Celebrity brand is undergoing what it calls a “revolutionary revitalisation” across its ships with a big investment programme planned between now and 2023. Read More
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Dubai Airports reveals ‘DXB’ brand amid drive to transform airport experience
Martin Moodie is on location in Dubai as the airport company reveals its new DXB branding, saying it signifies the transition “from airport operator to a consumer-led company”. Updated story. Read More
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Features
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Video Interview: Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO Colm McLoughlin
Colm McLoughlin talks to TV host Sheron Loftus-Nanayakkara and reflects on his personal and professional journey with Dubai Duty Free. Read More
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Why a limited-edition Absolut vodka ranks as one of the travel retail stories of the year
I researched Absolut’s involvement with the LGBTQ community. Their efforts are no mere tokenism. I take great pleasure that the industry I inhabit is capable of being a public platform for tolerance and understanding. Read More
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Clear vision: Jägermeister launches Ice Cold activation at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
The drinks company shows travellers it’s cool to be cold with a striking new travel retail concept that will be rolled out to other key airport stores across the globe this year. Read More
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Dubai Airports reveals ‘DXB’ brand amid drive to transform airport experience
Martin Moodie is on location in Dubai as the airport company reveals its new DXB branding, saying it signifies the transition “from airport operator to a consumer-led company”. Updated story. Read More
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Absolut turns the language of hate into the spirit of love
Pernod Ricard challenges bigotry in compelling fashion, taking the ink from hate-filled signs and placards and repurposing it on a limited-edition Absolut bottle. The perfect antidote to intolerance? Absolutly. Read More
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In tune via webtoons: The Shilla Duty Free targets young Chinese women shoppers through comic strip artists
Prepare for an innovative new take on The Shilla Duty Free. The company has become the first Korean duty free retailer to partner with Chinese webtoon artists to “break the ice” with Chinese customers. Read More
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Travel retail booms for Guerlain as the channel becomes the brand’s “spokesmarket”
The LVMH-brand – 190 years old last year – has a pipeline of new launches and projects and plans another year of double-digit gains. Read More
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“A display window for our country”: Helsinki Airport extension Aukio officially opens
The new facility features eleven commercial units and a spectacular event plaza offering an “immersive spatial experience”. Read More