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The changing face of Philippines travel retail – a special publication
The Moodie Davitt Report's latest special eZine is dedicated to the fast-changing travel retail market in the Philippines, telling the story in words, pictures, podcasts and video. Read More
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Kyiv International Airport terminal expansion nears completion
A new 9,500sq m area will feature duty free stores, bars, restaurants and an entertainment zone following a US$23.7 million investment. Read More
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Out now: The Airport Commercial Revenues Study 2018/2019
The 2018/19 edition offers new benchmarks and covers all aspects of airport commercial revenue programmes including duty free, F&B, speciality retail, currency exchange, advertising, car parking and car rental. Read More
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Patti Chau to step down from ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Director role
“I feel that I am leaving on a high with strong foundations built in the last decade, putting ACI Asia-Pacific in a solid position to take advantage of future growth,” she says. Read More
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PAI Partners swoops to acquire travel dining specialist Areas from Elior Group
Private equity firm PAI Partners makes a binding offer to acquire travel dining concessionaire Areas from Elior Group, with the deal representing an enterprise value of €1,542 million. Read More
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The Moodie Blog – Sri Lanka: A place of beauty defiled
Since the tragic and long-running internal war ended in 2009, Sri Lanka has been a country of peace. That all changed on Easter Sunday. Sri Lanka is now also a land, like my own, that has been defiled by terrorism. Read more
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APTRA to host Airport Forum and Insights Seminar at TFWA Asia Pacific
The association will also hold its Annual General Meeting, where members of the board will be elected along with a new president, secretary and treasurer. Read More
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La Prairie captures Swiss elegance in updated store design
The luxury skincare brand is officially re-opening its Zürich Airport boutique today (24 April). It is the first to feature the new look. Read More
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Fendi extends UK travel retail presence with second Heathrow store
The Terminal 3 boutique follows the opening of a Terminal 4 shop last year, when the Italian brand made its debut in UK travel retail. Read More
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Heinemann ramps up CSR efforts and foresees €1 million for ocean conservation
The travel retailer is forging ahead with its support of marine wildlife protection organisation OceanCare through its pay-for bags initiative. Read More
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The Dalmore, Harding Retail and Cunard team up to offer cruise whisky experiences
Master Distiller Richard Paterson offered guided tastings during a voyage onboard Queen Mary 2, while guests also enjoyed exclusive tastings from The Dalmore Constellation Collection. Read More
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“A new retail concept for regional airports”: Capi opens flagship multi-category store in Eindhoven
Officially opening on Thursday (25 April), Capi has put a strong focus on events, experiences and Sense of Place and is aiming to offer “something completely different” in travel retail. The Moodie Davitt Report was given an exclusive tour. Read More
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Edrington and Le Clos to open first The Macallan Boutique at DXB
Dubai Airports Executive Vice President, Commercial Eugene Barry says: “We look forward to the impact a great brand collaboration like this will bring to travellers’ experience at DXB.” Read More
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Hainan duty free sales reach US$6.64 billion in eight years of trading
The Chinese island province’s offshore duty free programme continues to boom with visitor allowances up and two new stores opening this year. Read More
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Brand News
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Buckley London to reveal Autumn/Winter 2019 collections at Singapore show
The line-up includes a commemorative 30-year anniversary Legacy range and new lines for both men and women. Read More
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‘Bringing Armagnac to life’: Chabot and Ever Rich Duty Free partner for downtown activation
A high-profile promotion at the Ever Rich Duty Free downtown store in Neihu follows an intensive staff training programme by Chabot. Read More
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La Prairie captures Swiss elegance in updated store design
The luxury skincare brand is officially re-opening its Zürich Airport boutique today (24 April). It is the first to feature the new look. Read More
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Rémy Cointreau partners with Heinemann in entertaining activation at Copenhagen Airport
“Through Le Cocktail Show, we are bringing emotion and artistic energy to the travel retail experience,” says Rémy Cointreau Global Travel Retail. Read More
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Furla partners with Gebr Heinemann for new store openings
A new space at Hamburg Airport and a refurbished location in Budapest open for business, as Furla extends its presence to three locations at Istanbul New Airport. Read More
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Fendi extends UK travel retail presence with second Heathrow store
The Terminal 3 boutique follows the opening of a Terminal 4 shop last year, when the Italian brand made its debut in UK travel retail. Read More
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Lacoste extends Asian footprint with store opening at Jewel Changi Airport
The 130sq m shop, which highlights Lacoste’s latest collections, aims to appeal to both international and local Singaporean travellers. Read More
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Alfa Brands adds ‘Proudly Canadian’ Champs to its brands line-up
US agency Alfa Brands says it is bullish about prospects for the Champs line, which includes wallets, bags and belts. Read More
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Unilever predicts healthy future for Murad in Asia Pacific travel retail beauty market
Unilever says that Murad complements its existing portfolio and will allow the company to strengthen its travel retail positioning within beauty. Read More
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CabinZero expands travel retail team to support global expansion
Dan Burman spearheads the brand’s development in all regions, with Andrew Hamilton and Adela Castaneda heading a US subsidiary and Ailing Seah-Langeland supporting inflight sales. Read More
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Luxottica targets inflight sales with ‘Tour the World’ Ray-Ban campaign
Luxottica says the campaign underlines the company’s commitment to inflight sales as part of Ray-Ban’s growth strategy in travel retail. Read More
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The Dalmore, Harding Retail and Cunard team up to offer cruise whisky experiences
Master Distiller Richard Paterson offered guided tastings during a voyage onboard Queen Mary 2, while guests also enjoyed exclusive tastings from The Dalmore Constellation Collection. Read More
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Z-Zoom eyes safety and innovation as it puts focus on Asia Pacific market
The Travel Blue eyewear specialist will highlight blue light glasses, thermoplastic frames and magnetic sunglasses at next month’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition. Read More
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Food & Beverage
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Kyiv International Airport terminal expansion nears completion
A new 9,500sq m area will feature duty free stores, bars, restaurants and an entertainment zone following a US$23.7 million investment. Read More
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Out now: The Airport Commercial Revenues Study 2018/2019
The 2018/19 edition offers new benchmarks and covers all aspects of airport commercial revenue programmes including duty free, F&B, speciality retail, currency exchange, advertising, car parking and car rental. Read More
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Paradies Lagardère’s Regynald Washington claims top foodservice award
The Dining Division President received the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association 2019 Silver Plate Award in the Retail & Specialty Foodservice category. Read More
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The changing face of Philippines travel retail – a special publication
The Moodie Davitt Report's latest special eZine is dedicated to the fast-changing travel retail market in the Philippines, telling the story in words, pictures, podcasts and video. Read More
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PAI Partners swoops to acquire travel dining specialist Areas from Elior Group
Private equity firm PAI Partners makes a binding offer to acquire travel dining concessionaire Areas from Elior Group, with the deal representing an enterprise value of €1,542 million. Read More
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Servair unveils new football-themed concept bar at Kotoka International Airport
The new 63sq m concept bar offers in-house dining and takeaways and broadcasts football matches from around the world. Read More
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PPP Committee findings clear path for Suvarnabhumi duty free bid as five-way battle looms
Thailand’s controversial duty free tenders, as structured by Airports of Thailand (AoT), are set to proceed after a key ruling. UPDATES: Quoting the AoT President, the Bangkok Post has revealed five contenders for the Suvarnabhumi Airport duty free concession; Lotte Read More
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Traditional US diner inspires new Areas restaurant at Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport
Get ready to step back into the 1950s as Hi-Lo Diner offers “a fun and unique perspective of the Minnesota culinary scene.” Read More
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Features
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Out now: The Airport Commercial Revenues Study 2018/2019
The 2018/19 edition offers new benchmarks and covers all aspects of airport commercial revenue programmes including duty free, F&B, speciality retail, currency exchange, advertising, car parking and car rental. Read More
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The changing face of Philippines travel retail – a special publication
The Moodie Davitt Report's latest special eZine is dedicated to the fast-changing travel retail market in the Philippines, telling the story in words, pictures, podcasts and video. Read More
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“A new retail concept for regional airports”: Capi opens flagship multi-category store in Eindhoven
Officially opening on Thursday (25 April), Capi has put a strong focus on events, experiences and Sense of Place and is aiming to offer “something completely different” in travel retail. The Moodie Davitt Report was given an exclusive tour. Read More
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Finding a winning formula: How fast-growing Harison aims to punch above its weight in travel retail
The premium chocolate brand has achieved 40% year-on-year growth in each of its three years of trading and aims to become a top ten brand within the travel retail confectionery category in the next five years. Read More
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Through the Moodie Davitt Lens: Paris Orly’s groundbreaking Terminal 3 retail offer
The French capital’s ‘other’ main airport has added a new terminal – with a strong retail component – that marks a new and exciting chapter for the gateway. Kevin Rozario reports on location from Paris Orly Airport. Read More
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PPP Committee findings clear path for Suvarnabhumi duty free bid as five-way battle looms
Thailand’s controversial duty free tenders, as structured by Airports of Thailand (AoT), are set to proceed after a key ruling. UPDATES: Quoting the AoT President, the Bangkok Post has revealed five contenders for the Suvarnabhumi Airport duty free concession; Lotte Read More
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Interview: Thai Retailers Association pushes for concession by category model for Suvarnabhumi
The concession by category model will optimise the range and quality of offering due to the specialisation of players,” argues the association, which bitterly opposes the master concession structure. Read More
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Max Heinemann talks generational and organisational change and shaping a new future in travel retail
Gebr Heinemann CEO Max Heinemann assesses his role and responsibilities as the fifth generation to lead the company. He addresses the restructure of key departments, talks about company values and about how Heinemann can stand out as a family company Read More