UAE. Ras Al Khaimah International Airport has appointed Duty Free Americas (DFA) as its travel retail partner, following a competitive Requests for Proposals process.
DFA will assume responsibility for delivering “a refreshed, innovative and customer-centric retail environment across the airport’s duty-free and retail portfolio,” said a statement.
“This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in the airport’s ongoing commitment to elevating the passenger experience and enhancing its commercial offering,” it added.
The partnership was formally marked on 2 June with an inauguration ceremony at the airport, bringing together senior representatives including His Excellency Engr. Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of Department of Civil Aviation RAK & Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, Falic Group President Leon Falic, Advisor to Falic Group President & Global Business Development Head Laurent Boidevezi and Falic Group Head of Beauty in the Middle East Judith Dupain.
“The appointment of Duty-Free Americas marks a significant step forward in our vision to further develop Ras Al Khaimah International Airport as a leading regional gateway. This partnership reflects our commitment to enhancing every aspect of the passenger experience through world-class retail, service excellence, and international collaboration.
“We look forward to working closely with DFA as we support the continued growth of tourism and connectivity in Ras Al Khaimah,” commented His Excellency Engr. Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi.
“This appointment marks a significant step in DFA’s continued expansion across the Middle East and reinforces both our long-term commitment to the region and the airport’s confidence in our ability to elevate Ras Al Khaimah’s travel retail proposition to new heights and further strengthen its position as a growing international gateway,” commented Leon Falic. “We are excited to partner with the airport, with existing and new brands and stakeholders as we begin this new chapter together.”
Family-owned DFA, part of Falic Group, has a wide travel retail presence in the Americas and an increasing footprint in the Middle East. ✈
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