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The Moodie Davitt e-Zine: Hailing the best of food & beverage in Helsinki
In this edition of Travel Retail’s Lookbook we reflect on a memorable and uplifting FAB 2018 Conference & Awards in Helsinki. We also present a special report on travel retail in the Nordics. Read More
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Cruise line breakthrough for CDFG as it secures key duty free business on Costa Atlantica
In a critical gain for its burgeoning cruise retail business, China Duty Free Group has secured the rights to operate duty free shopping onboard Costa Cruises’ Costa Atlantica. Read More
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Dubai Airports tenders foreign exchange concessions
Dubai Airports issues tenders for six currency exchange units across two packages at the world's largest airport for international passenger traffic, with a bid deadline of 16 August. Read More
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HMSHost pledges to eliminate plastic straw use in North America by 2020
HMSHost has taken the latest step in its sustainability drive by pledging to eliminate plastic straws at its dining locations across North America by 2020. Read More
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Tight race as duty free bid for Shanghai Pudong and Hongqiao airports closes
The powerful combination of CDFG and Sunrise Duty Free (Shanghai), in which CDFG holds a 51% stake, is the hot favourite to secure the business. But it faces competition. Read More
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The Moodie Blog: Striking the right notes at Hong Kong International Airport
Like so many things that have happened at this outstanding airport over the past extraordinary few weeks (let alone 20 years), these performances are hitting exactly the right notes. Read more
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Diageo Global Travel’s best bartenders to compete for overall title in Berlin
Representatives from Norwegian Cruise Lines, Seabourn Cruise Lines and Celebrity Cruises emerged victorious in the company’s recent semi-final. Read More
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Gold Coast Airport fast-tracks Airport Pharmacy opening following passenger demand
A pharmacist will be onsite from 6.30am to 8.30pm daily and the outlet will also offer a range of products including cosmetics, perfumes, over-the-counter medication and vitamins. Read More
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Airports Council International recognises customer service excellence at seven airports
The airports – from China, Japan, Jordan, Russia and the USA – have been inducted into the ACI Director General's Roll of Excellence, which reflects passenger sentiment. Read More
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FAB winner Giraffe adds a colourful twist to ‘lovable’ lattes at Dubai International
The restaurant and coffee bar’s Luxury Latte menu now includes Butterfly Pea, Matcha, Turmeric and Beetroot flavours, which are available at all Terminal 3 Giraffe outlets. Read More
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ATU Duty Free hails success of four-month lottery campaign at Turkish airports
A Lexus RC F Carbon luxury car was awarded to one arrivals customer, selected from over 45,000 entries. Read More
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“Money-rich and time-poor”: Customised trips drive new wave of Chinese travel, reports ForwardKeys
According to new research from analyst ForwardKeys, more young Chinese travellers are seeking adventure and customised trips in their journeys overseas. Read More
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Saving Our Planet: Bacardi joins forces with Lonely Whale to ensure #TheFutureDoesntSuck
The drinks group is backing Lonely Whale’s battle to limit the use of single-use plastic with an initiative that could have a radical and positive environmental impact. Read More
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Puig embodies Millennials’ party lifestyle with Carolina Herrera activation at Barcelona Airport
The 212 VIP activation features a fragrance bar, selfie backdrops, and a jukebox that issues vouchers which can be redeemed for samples in Dufry’s duty free store. Read More
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Brand News
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Diageo Global Travel’s best bartenders to compete for overall title in Berlin
Representatives from Norwegian Cruise Lines, Seabourn Cruise Lines and Celebrity Cruises emerged victorious in the company’s recent semi-final. Read More
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Tous extends its travel shopping-exclusive jewellery collection
The new range will be available in travel retail in September. It highlights the Tous ring pendant, which offers customers the opportunity to personalise their jewellery. Read More
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Saving Our Planet: Bacardi joins forces with Lonely Whale to ensure #TheFutureDoesntSuck
The drinks group is backing Lonely Whale’s battle to limit the use of single-use plastic with an initiative that could have a radical and positive environmental impact. Read More
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Puig embodies Millennials’ party lifestyle with Carolina Herrera activation at Barcelona Airport
The 212 VIP activation features a fragrance bar, selfie backdrops, and a jukebox that issues vouchers which can be redeemed for samples in Dufry’s duty free store. Read More
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Juan Gentile takes on lead travel retail role for Edrington in the Americas, with cruise a key focus
Juan Gentile is named Managing Director, Americas Travel Retail as Edrington builds its organisation in the region and supports a new Global Cruise Development initiative. Read More
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“The best shopping experience at sea”; Carnival and Starboard hail launch of new retail arena onboard Carnival Horizon
"We are proud to showcase our flagship retail experience," says Carnival Cruise Line Vice President of Retail Services William Butler as Starboard Cruise Services reveals a well-executed, highly experiential new retail offer on Carnival Horizon. Read More
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Groundbreaking moment: Estée Lauder begins work on new travel retail distribution centre in Switzerland
The US beauty house's success in, and commitment to, the travel retail channel is underlined as the local Swiss subsidiary breaks ground on a new distribution centre in Galgenen. Read More
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Walsh Whiskey releases limited-edition The Irishman Founder’s Reserve – Caribbean Cask
A rare vatting of single pot still and single malt whiskeys, the expression was finished in 12 rum casks, offering 380 bottles per cask for distribution in seven countries. Read More
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Crystal Head Vodka and Gebr. Heinemann partner in roll-out of limited-edition artist series
Gebr. Heinemann is featuring the distinctive bottle in Istanbul, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Berlin, Amsterdam, Copenhagen and Vienna airports. Read More
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Keep Walking: Delhi Duty Free and Diageo celebrate Johnnie Walker’s Striding Man
The installation marks 110 years of the Johnnie Walker brand’s familiar Striding Man. Read More
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Accolade Wines introduces Echo Falls Vodka Summer Berries to travel retail
“High hopes”: The distributor believes the expression will attract new customers to the flavoured vodka category and described early results as “hugely promising”. Read More
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Singapore Changi Airport begins luxury leasing drive in Terminal 3
Changi Airport Group is seeking retail partners for 11 luxury brand name concessions in Terminal 3. The spaces come in two clusters, with store sizes ranging from 26sq m to 135sq m. At stake are three-year contracts in each case. Read More
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Blackjack Promotions hails Taylor Morris Eyewear activations at UK airports
The brand made its debut in travel retail recently with World Duty Free. Blackjack Promotions assisted in briefing, design concept, build, installation and staffing. Read More
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Features
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The Moodie Davitt e-Zine: Hailing the best of food & beverage in Helsinki
In this edition of Travel Retail’s Lookbook we reflect on a memorable and uplifting FAB 2018 Conference & Awards in Helsinki. We also present a special report on travel retail in the Nordics. Read More
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Three, two, one… (Duty) Zero by cdf– Grand Opening day for China Duty Free Group and Lagardère Travel Retail alliance at Hong Kong Airport
Martin Moodie is on location at Hong Kong Airport to bring exclusive coverage of the Grand Opening of Duty Zero by cdf, the ambitious fruition of the JV between China Duty Free Group (CDFG) and Lagardère Travel Retail. UPDATED to Read More
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Lagardère Travel Retail/Duty Free Global makes two key appointments to drive new-look dual Fashion & Core Business divisions
The French travel retailer reinforces its recent move to create dual Fashion & Core Business divisions with two big-name appointments. Read More
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Groundbreaking moment: Estée Lauder begins work on new travel retail distribution centre in Switzerland
The US beauty house's success in, and commitment to, the travel retail channel is underlined as the local Swiss subsidiary breaks ground on a new distribution centre in Galgenen. Read More
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Duty Free Philippines opens in style at Mactan-Cebu Airport T2
The stylish arrivals and departures shops were unveiled last month at the new terminal’s inauguration, attended by the country’s President Rodrigo Duterte and DFP Chief Operations Officer Vicente Angala. Read More
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Targeting the (potentially) lost generation: Heinemann unveils #LookLab Millennials concept at revamped Copenhagen store
“Together with the airport, we have implemented the shop of the future in Copenhagen,” says Raoul Spanger of Gebr Heinemann. Kevin Rozario reports from Copenhagen on a bold retail makeover highlighted by an intriguing attempt to convert more Millennial passengers Read More
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Redefining beauty and travel retail…with a bit of attitude: The brand philosophy behind Shilla’s Beauty&You
London-based Designhouse is responsible for the over-arching brand vision of The Shilla Duty Free’s new store concept at Hong Kong International Airport. “A beauty offer needs to be tailored to every individual,” it says. Read More
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“This is just the beginning” – Heathrow takes a giant step along its digital journey
The most exciting finding to date is that the average basket value is running at nearly £400 (US$530) and growing. That’s about five times Heathrow’s average and underlines the clear lean towards luxury items. Read More