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4,639 registrants (and rising); 124 exhibitors; big new names on Knowledge Hub programme; immersive engagements aplenty in Engagement Hub; KOL Sphere – Pioneering Virtual Travel Retail Expo takes shape
To date, 4,639 people have registered for the inaugural Virtual Travel Retail Expo, a number rising by around 100 daily. The pioneering event, organised by The Moodie Davitt Report and FILTR, features 124 Virtual Stands, a star-studded Knowledge Hub programme and some fascinating Engagement Lounge sessions. Read More
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Interview: Jonathan Holland, man (and Chaps) for all seasons, looks back on a stellar travel retail career
After a long and noteworthy career, the much-respected entrepreneur, who swopped life at sea to settle in Asia and carve a career in travel retail, is retiring. Read More
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Swiss watchmaking takes centre stage as Watches & Wonders Sanya officially opens
Celebrating watchmaking excellence: The spectacular event is open to the public and will run from 29 September to 31 October at the Sanya International Duty Free Shopping Complex. Read More
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Korean duty free sales fall in August but foreign customer spend soars
Koeran duty free sales continue to fall well short of 2019 levels, but average sales to foreign customers are rocketing to record levels; we bring you details of the August figures from this pivotal travel retail market. Read More
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Cartier and China Duty Free Group unveil dazzling new Sanya boutique
Cartier, in partnership with China Duty Free Group, this week unveiled an elegant new-look boutique in Sanya’s International Duty Free Shopping Complex. The occasion was graced by famed Chinese famed singer and actress Victoria Song. Read More
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The Moodie Blog: Booting out biblical references unfit for civilised society
Bravo Becky Paskin. I am proud that you are our partner on World of Spirits, an event that will welcome women and men from all over the world but will bar sexism from coming anywhere near the door. Read more
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IATA downgrades 2020 forecast after “disastrous traffic performance” in August
The organisation said it now expects full-year 2020 traffic to decline -66% compared to 2019, replacing its previous estimate of -63%, as COVID-19 continues to bite. Read More
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Reopening drive continues in Frankfurt Airport Terminal 1
Outlets from Versace, Burberry, Hermès, Hugo Boss, MCM, Longchamp, and Montblanc are once again up and running at what was Germany’s busiest airport in 2019. Read More
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Over half of international shoppers are ready to travel, Global Blue finds
The tax refund company’s survey of 30,000 international shoppers reveals that 55% are willing to travel overseas if border restrictions ease. Read More
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HMSHost recognised for sustainability practices at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Port of Seattle awarded the global restaurateur an Aviation Environmental Excellence Award for efforts which include the donation of 9,493 pounds of food by its F&B outlets in 2019. Read More
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COVID-19 Update: A million dead worldwide; Korean numbers falling fast; China makes encouraging progress on vaccines
We bring you all the latest news on the global pandemic, viewed with particular reference to the aviation, tourism and travel retail sectors. Read More
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From Drumshanbo to the world: Telling The Shed Distillery story at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo
The Moodie Davitt Report President Dermot Davitt meets The Shed Distillery Founder PJ (Pat) Rigney to talk about his aspirations for his three spirits brands, which will be showcased at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Benjamin Vuchot named as CEO & Chairman of DFS replacing Ed Brennan
As Co-Founder Robert Miller pays tribute to the departing Ed Brennan for steering DFS through one of the most challenging times in the company’s 60-year history, LVMH Group Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault welcomes Benjamin Vuchot, the current President of Read More
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John Catlin finishes with a flourish to capture Dubai Duty Free Irish Open
Despite the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open taking place behind closed doors, it offered a strong showcase for the leading travel retailer to an international TV audience. Read More
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Brand News
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Interview: Jonathan Holland, man (and Chaps) for all seasons, looks back on a stellar travel retail career
After a long and noteworthy career, the much-respected entrepreneur, who swopped life at sea to settle in Asia and carve a career in travel retail, is retiring. Read More
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InnoTRI signs Americas duty free distribution deal with Altia
Brands from the sustainable Nordic company’s portfolio, including Koskenkorva and Nordic Spirits Lab, are in line with InnoTRI’s goal to bring alternative products to the travel retail channel. Read More
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Tous celebrates 100th anniversary with documentary and artistic project
‘Oso’ revisits the company’s history, its achievements, challenges and controversies while the artistic project offers a reinterpretation of the brand’s bear icon. Read More
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Interview: Johnson & Johnson to build Dr.Ci:Labo future on digitalisation and internationalisation
Johnson & Johnson Head of Marketing, Media and Digital, Travel Retail Sandrine Tesnière outlines Dr.Ci:Labo’s recovery strategy in this interview. Read More
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Código 1530 strikes regional distribution partnership with Monarq Group
Monarq will represent the Mexican tequila brand in domestic and duty free markets in Latin America and the Caribbean and in US duty free. Read More
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Swiss watchmaking takes centre stage as Watches & Wonders Sanya officially opens
Celebrating watchmaking excellence: The spectacular event is open to the public and will run from 29 September to 31 October at the Sanya International Duty Free Shopping Complex. Read More
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Focusing on bestsellers: Ferrero plans road to travel retail recovery
The Ferrero Group underlines its commitment to the channel with new Kinder products and a Nutella revamp included in plans for 2021. Read More
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Cartier and China Duty Free Group unveil dazzling new Sanya boutique
Cartier, in partnership with China Duty Free Group, this week unveiled an elegant new-look boutique in Sanya’s International Duty Free Shopping Complex. The occasion was graced by famed Chinese famed singer and actress Victoria Song. Read More
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From Drumshanbo to the world: Telling The Shed Distillery story at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo
The Moodie Davitt Report President Dermot Davitt meets The Shed Distillery Founder PJ (Pat) Rigney to talk about his aspirations for his three spirits brands, which will be showcased at the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Unlocking recovery: Mondelez WTR and three keys to global travel retail comeback
Enhanced product visibility, bold offers and a focus on best-sellers can, the company says, accelerate recovery. Mondelez reveals its updated strategy as it looks forward to the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Innovating for 2021: Nestlé ITR looks beyond confectionery at Virtual Travel Retail Expo
‘Hero brand’ KitKat leads the company’s confectionery line-up as NITR highlights two Nescafé lines and targets Chinese consumers with premium Illuma infant nutrition brand. Read More
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Chocolates that are “so goood”: Joseph’s makes its travel retail debut at Virtual Travel Retail Expo
No that’s not a typo in the title. The exclusive confectionery brand, which has a ‘loving kindness’ tagline, takes a novel way of underlining its strong sustainability and CSR credentials. Read More
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Ferrero Travel Market puts key brands in Virtual Travel Retail Expo spotlight
The latest novelties from Kinder, Nutella and Tic Tac will be highlighted, along with best-selling lines from Ferrero Rocher and Rafaello pralines. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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HMSHost recognised for sustainability practices at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Port of Seattle awarded the global restaurateur an Aviation Environmental Excellence Award for efforts which include the donation of 9,493 pounds of food by its F&B outlets in 2019. Read More
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Autogrill Group revenue plummets by more than -55% in first eight months
In August, revenue at the travel F&B group fell by -61.2% at constant exchange rates, with 45% of all stores still closed across its global network. Read More
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DFWC Academy ‘Return to Work’ course gains industry support
The Duty Free World Council Academy training provides frontline travel retail staff with the practical skills and techniques to operate safely in the COVID-19 environment. Read More
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Readymade solution: Brisbane Airport partners with snapfresh to deliver vending machine meals
What does an airport do when it has restarted international flights, meaning there is demand for food & beverage services – but not enough to justify terminal operators reopening? The Queensland gateway has a readymade answer. Read More
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Moscow Domodedovo Airport unveils Skyberry Coffee House
Located on the first floor of its terminal building, the 52sq m landside facility specialises in coffees, teas and healthy smoothies, with sweet and savoury food options. Read More
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The Trinity Initiative: Addressing new consumer behaviour and a changing commercial model
The latest in a series of Trinity Initiative webinars hosted by The Moodie Davitt Report with Bain & Co cast the spotlight on changing travelling consumer behaviour and the future of the concession model. Read More
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Traffic plunge pushes 12 Narita International stores out of business
Latest news on the impact of the pandemic on tenants at Narita International, as well as relief measures from the airport company. Read More
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A proud milestone: The Moodie Davitt Report celebrates 18th anniversary
On 16 September 2002, a new title in travel retail publishing – The Moodie Report – was unveiled via a six-page PDF report. We are delighted to mark our 18th anniversary, with highlights from our journey so far. Read More
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Features
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Interview: Jonathan Holland, man (and Chaps) for all seasons, looks back on a stellar travel retail career
After a long and noteworthy career, the much-respected entrepreneur, who swopped life at sea to settle in Asia and carve a career in travel retail, is retiring. Read More
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Interview: Johnson & Johnson to build Dr.Ci:Labo future on digitalisation and internationalisation
Johnson & Johnson Head of Marketing, Media and Digital, Travel Retail Sandrine Tesnière outlines Dr.Ci:Labo’s recovery strategy in this interview. Read More
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BTS pulling power helps Lotte Duty Free Family Concert attract vast global audience
COVID-19 meant that the annual concert, now in its 30th edition, had to be pre-recorded and held solely online for the first time. That didn’t stop it from being a blockbuster success, with audience numbers and interest in Lotte Duty Read More
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“We have to work with the reality in front of us” — Nuxe’s Marion Bruimaud on travel retail’s resilience and adapting to COVID-era shopping
In this interview, Nuxe Global Travel Retail Director Marion Bruimaud outlines the French cosmeceutical brand’s recovery strategy and stresses the importance of delivering a minimum contact customer experience. Read More
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A red carpet premiere: L’Oréal and CDFG debut Armani Box On Air pop-up in Hainan
Lights, camera, action: The multi-sensorial pop-up combines digital and real-world elements to take shoppers on a cinematic journey through Armani Beauty’s universe. Read More
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Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves: DesignbyGemini & Make Sure Founders Elena & Giulia Sella on #CleanVibesOnly
Self-care has never been this cool: Twin sisters Elena and Giulia Sella discuss launching personal care brand Make Sure into travel retail and outline their plans to share the #CleanVibesOnly philosophy via the Virtual Travel Retail Expo. Read More
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Wellbeing World Virtual Expo debuts Newsletter as interest builds in January online event
The Newsletter delivers fortnightly content from leading practitioners in the field of functional lifestyle and medicine. It is built around the key pillars of eat, move, mind, self and sleep. Read More
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Virtual Travel Retail Expo presents stellar KOL Ambassador line-up
In partnership with Filtr and Qinrive, The Moodie Davitt Report has today announced the top influencers who will be participating at the upcoming Virtual travel Retail Expo in October. Read More