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Author Archives: Martin Moodie
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DFA steps up Brazilian expansion with new Salvador duty free stores
“By expanding its presence in Brazil, DFA is consolidating its position as the largest duty free operator in the Western Hemisphere," says DFA Chief Executive Officer Jerome Falic. Read More
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‘A theatre of experience’ – Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 4 unveiled
“T4 was conceived with the vision to rethink travel, push boundaries and break new ground," says CAG Vice President, T4 Programme Management Office Ms Poh Li San. Martin Moodie toured the spectacular new terminal and was deeply impressed. Read More
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“Broadest synchronised upswing the world economy has experienced in the last decade” – IMF
IMF Economic Counsellor Maurice Obstfeld says, “The recovery in global growth that we projected in April is on a firmer footing; there is now no question mark over the world economy’s gain in momentum.” Read More
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DFS prepares to recapture “the quintessence of eternal Paris” with 2019 reopening of La Samaritaine
"We’re creating something unheard of, never done before to this degree,” says DFS Chairman & CEO Philippe Schaus. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime project,” adds Region President Europe & Middle East Eléonore De Boysson. Read More
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Airports of Thailand President slams “absolutely groundless” claims of corruption involving King Power International
Airports of Thailand President Dr. Nitinai Sirismatthakarn tears into allegations of impropriety concerning duty free retailer King Power International's concession fee, pointing out that the adjustment involved actually generated a near-sevenfold income increase for the authority. Read More
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The Moodie Davitt Report names Daniel Vahab as North America Bureau Chief
Daniel has extensive experience of the travel retail sector, having worked as Manager, Social Media and Brand Communications for Dufry-owned Hudson Group from May 2014 to January 2017. Read More
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Shilla IPark boosts online shopping offer with Kenzo and Polo Ralph Lauren
Fashion Luxury Merchandising Director Lee Yoon-bum says that the online brand offer is increasingly focused on items that can express individuality even in luxury shopping. Read More
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Ken Tse is named General Manager Dufry Australia
As the much-respected Philippe Boyer steps down for family reasons, a familiar face is back on the travel retail scene. Read More
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Shinsegae Duty Free prepares to open Louis Vuitton boutique in downtown Seoul
The opening is a huge boost for the Korean travel retailer, which opened its impressive multi-storey store in Seoul's bustling Myeong-dong district last May. Read More
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New m1nd-set report probes ‘winners and losers’ among changing Chinese travel locations
"On an individual market basis, we can see that Russia, Indonesia and Malaysia will be among the main beneficiaries of the changing traveller trends.” Not such good news, alas, for South Korea. Read More
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#YouNeedToKnow: Dufry rolls out global campaign to support UN’s Sustainable Development Goals awareness campaign
"With over 29,000 colleagues and a footprint in 63 countries, we have a responsibility to ensure that we contribute to a better and more sustainable world for future generations," say Dufry CEO Julian Diaz. Read More
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“A new benchmark for excellence”: ARI’s The Loop Duty Free New Zealand celebrates Auckland opening
"Loop right." That's the simple but clever wayfinding message to encourage passengers, faced by a choice of duty free retailers, into the store. Read More
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“A new chapter” as Airmall USA is renamed Fraport USA
“The future of airport development is here,” says Fraport USA President and CEO Ben Zandi as a pioneer of high-class commercial programmes in American airports underscores its links to powerhouse German parent Fraport. Read More
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King Power International flatly rejects allegations of impropriety
Referring to recent newspaper reports, King Power International CEO Aiyawatt ‘Top’ Srivaddhanaprabha says: “The allegations in question are categorically denied. King Power has always followed and been absolutely committed to the highest standards in proper and ethical business practice." Read More