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TAV Airports buoyed by double-digit growth in duty-free and F&B revenue in 2025
Duty-free revenue climbed +17% year-on-year to €93 million while F&B leapt +22% to €224.1 million, buoyed by the opening of BTA operations in Antalya.
Plaza Premium Group strengthens Saudi portfolio with rebuilt King Fahd Airport lounge
The upgraded lounge spans 1,067sq m and offers seating for 262 guests; the design blends contemporary aesthetics with elements of Saudi heritage.
Saudi Arabia hits record air passenger numbers in 2025
According to the country’s General Authority of Civil Aviation, the record numbers were driven by airport expansion, stronger international connectivity and sustained demand linked to tourism growth and global events.
Ferrero and Heinemann drive engagement with immersive Kinder Crispy campaign at Jeddah Airport
The high-profile activation in Terminal 1, running from November through January, is anchored by the Kinder ‘Crispy-O-Meter’, an interactive display designed to capture travellers’ attention with a bold visual of the product.
Images of the Day: New-look King Khalid International Airport Terminal 2 gets royal seal of approval
Riyadh Airport this week celebrated the inauguration of King Khalid International Airport Terminal 2 in an event graced by His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar, Emir of Riyadh region.
Jeddah Airports issues tenders for 12 convenience retail stores
Jeddah Airports has issued a tender for 12 convenience stores across terminals 1 and 4 at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), with a deadline of 17 December.
ACI report: Asia Pacific and Middle East airports on track for strong growth through 2028
According to the annual forecast, passenger growth is set to grow +4.8% in Asia Pacific and +5.4% in the Middle East for 2025-2028.
Davidoff of Geneva opens first luxury duty-free boutique and cigar lounge at Jeddah Airport
The new space, located in King Abdul Aziz International Airport Terminal 1, features a humidor and lounge, and represents the brand’s most immersive airport execution to date.
Riyadh Airports Company builds a culture of excellence and earns industry recognition
King Khalid International Airport’s award-winning transformation underscores Riyadh Airports Company’s focus on growth, connectivity and passenger experience.
International tourism arrivals reflect ‘sustained travel demand’ with +5% increase in first nine months
UN Tourism says the results “reflect sustained travel demand throughout the year despite high inflation in tourism services and mixed traveller confidence due to geopolitical and trade tensions”.
MEADFA 2025 in review: Al Waha Duty Free CEO Jack MacGowan on seizing the Saudi opportunity
In a big highlight of the recent MEADFA Conference in Dubai, Al Waha Duty Free Company CEO Jack MacGowan outlined the ambitions for this new Saudi Arabian travel retail force.
Jeddah Airports issues tenders for VIP and Business Class lounges
The lounge concessions span 7,000sq m of space at at King Abdulaziz International Airport terminals 1 and 4.
