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Moodie Davitt Live: On location at TFWA Asia Pacific in Singapore

Welcome to our rolling coverage of the TFWA Asia Pacific show in Singapore, and our highlights of the week in words, images and video.

Images of the Day

Images of the Day: Koskenkorva invites travellers to ‘Party like there is tomorrow’ at Copenhagen Airport

Today’s choice of images comes from the Nordics’ busiest travel hub, where brand owner Anora Group is staging a colourful tasting-bar activation focused on its expanding Koskenkorva liqueur portfolio.

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Guest article: Transforming Cam Ranh Airport with Changi’s expertise

ince Changi Airports International began its collaboration with Cam Ranh International Joint Stock Company in February 2024, a steady and impressive transformation has taken place at Cam Ranh International Airport, Vietnam.

Spirits & Wine

Moutai marks strong TFWA presence with refreshed brand identity and sharpened travel retail focus

Travel retail has been positioned as part of Kweichow Moutai’s ‘internationalisation strategic nexus’, as the brand seeks to elevate the duty-free experience into a meaningful touchpoint with consumers.

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Retailtainment strategy drives record-breaking May Golden Week traffic at cdf Haikou

A record Golden Week performance was recorded at the Haikou retail emporium (29 April–5 May), with footfall up +12% year-on-year to 120,000 visitors.

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China Duty Free Group and One World Duty Free set to reap benefits of improved Port City shopping regulation changes

The measures ease restrictions previously imposed on Sri Lankan citizens purchasing goods from duty-free shopping complexes run by China Duty Free Group and One World Duty Free in Port City.

Airport Hospitality World

Airport Hospitality World: Star Alliance reveals luxury lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport; Transavia opens facility in Paris Orly T2

We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.

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Lotte Duty Free powers K-goods discovery through Korea Tourism Contest sponsorship

The sponsorship marks the first time a Korean travel retailer has backed the contest, with the company introducing a ‘Lotte Duty Free CEO Award’ that will grant KRW1 million (US$674) each to three winners.

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Lotte Duty Free weighs closure of Sydney downtown store

“Going forward, our global business direction is focused on portfolio optimisation, building a more stable and sustainable operational footprint centered around airport duty-free, rather than downtown locations,” the South Korean travel retail tells The Moodie Davitt Report.

The Moodie Blog

The Moodie Blog: Back out of hibernation to accompany ‘The website that never sleeps’

‘The website that never sleeps’ may at no time have paused for rest but The Moodie Blog, I’m delighted to say, is out of hibernation

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Downtown and downward: How the off-airport duty-free sector has declined amid structural pressures

A series of downtown duty-free closures across Asia Pacific and beyond in recent years highlights the growing challenges facing a business model once regarded as a key travel retail growth driver.

Food & Confectionery

A Matcha made in heaven: Mondelez World Travel Retail and FNA bring new Toblerone TREX to Changi

Handcrafted in a run of 4,000 individually numbered bars, just 66 bars of the exclusive flavour are available per day in Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2 for eight weeks throughout May and June.

Spirits & Wine

Diageo activates Don Julio and Casamigos across 34 airports in the Americas for FIFA World Cup 2026

Diageo Global Travel is rolling out more than 100 airport activations for FIFA World Cup 2026 in North and South America, spotlighting Don Julio and Casamigos as part of its role as the tournament’s Official Spirits Supporter.

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“A world of love” – Miki House brings premium children’s lifestyle concept to Singapore show

The Japanese children’s apparel brand has made its debut at the ongoing TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition with a booth showcasing handcrafted shoes, summer wear, skincare, hats and baby essentials.

Food & Beverage

More influential industry leaders join FAB Conference 2026; Early Bird registration deadline extended

The latest high-profile additions to the star-studded speaker line-up include Aena Brasil Chief Commercial Officer Juan José Sánchez; BTA Author & Gastronomy Researcher Ömür Akkor; BTA CEO Baha Bülbül; and Fraport TAV Antalya Airport General Manager Dr Frank Quante.

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Muscat Duty Free names Aisha Al Habsi as Chief Operating Officer

Aisha Al Habsi has risen through the ranks of the travel retailer since joining as a Sales Colleague 21 years ago, and was most recently Chief People Officer.

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The Moodie Davitt Magazine, Category Insight Spirits & Wine and China Chic – Special TFWA Asia Pacific edition

Welcome to this special TFWA Asia Pacific edition of The Moodie Davitt Magazine, mailed to our worldwide audience and distributed in print at the Singapore show, alongside dedicated China Chic, Category Insight Spirits & Wine and KOSÉ supplements.

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#KickCancerThon update: Heartwarming images abound as Lagardère Travel Retail goes global for a great cause (Part 3)

Today we complete our three-part report of Lagardère Travel Retail’s extraordinary worldwide support for and commitment to #KickCancerThon.

Spirits & Wine

Single malt whisky TREX treats to take the limelight for Whyte & Mackay at TFWA Singapore

Travel retail-exclusive (TREX) products will serve as a key talking point with retailers for Whyte & Mackay at the 2026 TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference in coming days (10-14 May). Whyte & Mackay described TREXs as a key growth driver for the company’s diverse portfolio, which is anchored by a quartet of single malt […]

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Strong retail and international passenger growth boosts Wellington Airport’s FY2026 revenue growth

Annual revenue at the New Zealand hub reached NZ$194.2 million for the year ended 31 March, up +4.9% year-on-year, boosted by robust commercial and retail performance alongside a +4% increase in international passengers.

Tobacco and Reduced Risk Products

JTI charts a fresh course in travel retail as Nordic Spirit debuts onboard DFDS ferries

The launch is supported by in-store activations across DFDS retail outlets, designed to drive awareness, trial and conversion.

Food & Beverage

St. Vincent and the Grenadines gateway seeks bids for five food & beverage opportunities

Spaces for four restaurants and a bar are available at Argyle International Airport, which supports a booming tourism trade in the Caribbean island nation.

Moodie Davitt VIDEO

Moodie Davitt CHECK-IN: Introducing the premiere of our new video series

Moodie Davitt STUDIO is proud to introduce the premiere of Moodie Davitt CHECK-IN, a quarterly video series in association with William Grant & Sons, the first episode hosted by Hendrick’s – a most unusual premium gin.

Talking Travel Retail in Davos

International Women's Day – Give to Gain Voices of Impact

TRI-POD: Talking leadership & engagement with Global Travel Retail, Bacardi’s Leila Stansfield

The TREX Factor worldwide premiere – Pioneering B2C film series showcases Johnnie Walker Blue Label Xordinaire

The Moodie Davitt Report today proudly releases the world premiere of The TREX Factor, our breakthrough crossover B2B to B2C video series focused entirely on travel retail-exclusive (TREX) products.

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Trillionaire target: Hyundai Duty Free celebrates Incheon International Airport DF2 concession opening

With the addition of DF2, Hyundai Duty Free now operates three of the airport’s six duty-free zones (including DF5 and DF7), becoming Incheon’s largest travel retailer and the only one to embrace full range of categories, from luxury fashion to cosmetics and liquor.

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The Moodie Davitt eZine: Shiseido places experiential retail at the heart of its evolution

This issue explores Shiseido Travel Retail’s approach to structured discovery in beauty and highlights the Terminal 3 opening at Frankfurt Airport, where a central marketplace is redefining the passenger journey.

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