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Asia Pacific
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Shinsegae duty free sales and operating profit surge in 2018 but Q4 results hit by heavy Incheon losses
New openings in Gangnam and at Incheon International boosted sales but duty free operating profit turned to a loss in Q4, driven by heavy airport concession costs. Read More
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‘Creating new shopper experiences’: Eraman and Bacardi Global Travel Retail open Bar Metropole at klia2
A groundbreaking partnership between Malaysia Airports-owned Eraman and Bacardi Global Travel Retail, Bar Metropole lies adjacent to the main departures duty free store at klia2. Read More
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Delhi Duty Free and CEO Philip Eckles win prestigious regional retail awards
Eckles received a ‘Top Global Retail Mind’ award while Delhi Duty Free was named ‘Travel Retailer of the Year’ for India at the Asia Africa GCC Retail & Shopping Centre Congress. Read More
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Old vines for a New Year: Heinemann and Château Tanunda unveil Old Vine Expressions promotion in Sydney
Great wines from some of Australia’s oldest vines. That’s the compelling formula for a festive promotion between the Barossa Valley’s oldest winery and Heinemann Tax & Duty Free. Read More
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Treasury Wine Estates reveals organisational changes in Asia; promotion for former travel retail chief Tom King
Managing Director Asia, Middle East, Africa & Global Travel Retail Peter Dixon leaves for a new role at Accolade Wines; former travel retail GM Tom King will head the North Asian business, among other changes. Read More
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Singapore reduces duty free alcohol and tax-exempt overseas shopping allowances
Minister for Finance Heng Swee Keat announced the changes in his 2019 Budget Statement as he cited rising international travel. Read More
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The Shriram Sanjeevi column: Why facial recognition will increase sales at airports
In the latest of a series about travel retail and aviation in India, #Miles2Go Consulting Services Founder Shriram Sanjeevi looks at how facial recognition technology could be a game changer for commercial opportunities. Read More
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Gate Gourmet extends Asian network with airline catering services in Indonesia
Services at Bali Denpasar International Airport are part of a collaboration with Angkasa Pura Hotels, a subsidiary of Angkasa Pura Airport. Read More
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Shilla Tipping review platform user numbers hit ten million since launch
Shilla Tipping allows customers to share product reviews and experiences with others on mobile; users are mainly in their 20s and 30s, and most are female, says the retailer as visitor numbers soar. Read More
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The Jessica’s Secret Index: What spirits are hottest with Chinese travellers?
What are the spirits brands most searched by Chinese consumers on Chinese price comparison app Jessica’s Secret? The findings underline several trends, including a partiality for smaller bottles, the popularity of Chinese spirits, and how well Pernod Ricard is doing, Read More
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Image of the day: Mumbai International’s spectacular celebration
A stunning light show and concert marked five years of operations at Terminal 2, which is known for its extensive use of technology and for capturing Sense of Place. Read More
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Pre-registration opens for TFWA Asia Pacific event in Singapore
This year’s event is once again being held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre from 12-16 May. Read More
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Duty Calls Charity Dinner reservations surge as interest builds in May event
Table and individual reservations are being snapped up for The Moodie Davitt Report Duty Calls Charity Dinner to be held in Singapore on Saturday 11 May; reserve your place now via our dedicated website. Read More
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HMSHost captures €80 million dining contract at Cairns Airport’s domestic terminal
The contract win cements HMSHost International’s tenure at Cairns Airport, with a blend of local, national and international concepts planned. Read More
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