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Author Archives: Dermot Davitt
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“A thrilling approach to retail:” Starboard Cruise Services launches diverse, experiential offer onboard Symphony of the Seas
"By shifting the retail approach from conducting transactions to creating memories, we have created a more engaging environment," says Starboard Cruise Services President and CEO Beth Neumann. Read More
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WHSmith strikes franchise partnership with King Power Group (Hong Kong)
News, books and convenience store specialist WHSmith aims to extend its Asian presence with King Power Group (Hong Kong) as its new franchise partner. Read More
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Dufry plots major store investment programme in Middle East and Africa
Dufry plans to extend its New Generation store network to Amman Queen Alia International Airport, one of several big investments in the Middle East and Africa. Read More
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WHSmith and Duty Free Americas open seven airport stores in Rio de Janeiro
WHSmith enters the South American market in partnership with Duty Free Americas with seven stores at RIOgaleão Tom Jobim International. Read More
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Lotte Duty Free delivers strong rebound with robust nine-month sales and profits growth
Lotte Duty Free today reported sharp rises in nine-month sales and operating profits as it continued its recovery from the crisis year in 2017. Read More
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Ireland introduces landmark alcohol legislation but duty free channel gains vital exemption
In an important development, duty free & travel retail has gained an exemption from some key measures in Ireland's newly ratified Public Health Alcohol bill. Read More
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“A landmark for our country”: Muscat International Airport is inaugurated in spectacular style
The Moodie Davitt Report is on location in Oman for the Grand Opening of Muscat International, a moment of great pride for the country; Muscat Duty Free's high-class retail offer is among the big highlights. Read More
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Muscat Duty Free rewards top-performing staff as big inauguration looms
We are on location in Oman for the official inauguration of the new Muscat International Airport and Muscat Duty Free stores this weekend; the retailer kicked off several days of celebration with its latest staff awards. Read More
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Image of the day: An Omani dream becomes reality
As Oman prepares to celebrate the official opening of the new Muscat Airport, we are on location for a special event held in the shadow of the new terminal. Read More
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Aude Bourdier named to senior travel retail marketing role with Brown-Forman
Aude Bourdier, well known for her time in travel retail with Bacardi, is named Marketing Director for Brown-Forman Global Travel Retail and Developed APAC. Read More
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Dubai Duty Free marks Diwali Festival of Light with colourful campaign
The Diwali celebration and related programme of discounts and special offers is key for Dubai Duty Free: 18% of its sales come from Indian travellers. Read More
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DFS Group supports relief efforts after typhoon hits Saipan and Tinian
“DFS is committed to supporting our employees and their communities in good times and in bad, and we will do everything we can to help the people of Saipan to recover from Super Typhoon Yutu,” says Ed Brennan. Read More
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“Give Joy”: DFS Group launches new gifting concept for seasonal campaign
DFS Group's 2018 seasonal gifting campaign, ‘Give Joy’, will include the luxury travel retailer’s first ‘Personalization Gift Shop’ concept. Read More
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Hong Kong International seeks partner for fashion concession in T1 West Hall
Airport Authority Hong Kong has invited potential retail partners to bid for a fashion & accessories concession covering two units in the Terminal 1 West Hall. Read More
