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The three-storey flagship stands tall on the Champs-Élysées, offering a collection of 200 Arabica specialty coffees from 35 countries. The store also showcases the art of traditional coffee preparation, service and coffee gastronomy to visiting coffee lovers.
On location in Milan, The Moodie Davitt Report sat down with PMI’s Stefano Volpetti and Beste Ermaner to explore how curiosity fuels the brand’s innovation strategy – and how IQOS is driving its smoke-free mission.
In a challenging market environment in China, the brand faced persistent headwinds in travel retail. Beiersdorf responded with a significant reduction of stock levels during the first quarter, especially in Hainan.
I feel a ‘Buy 30 get 11 free’ offer coming on. Forget Chief Brody’s famous lines from Jaws, “You’re gonna need a bigger boat.” For World Duty Free CEO Fred Creighton it will be a case of “You’re gonna need a bigger basket.”
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London Heathrow Airport posted a +1.2% increase in first-quarter retail revenue year-on-year, to £170 million (US$226 million), despite a -1.6% slide in passenger volumes.
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In this opinion piece, Lindt discusses how it transformed travel retail into a space for indulgent gifting and connection during Ramadan and Easter.
On location at the estate in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, The Moodie Davitt Report gained insight into how the Maison is translating deep-rooted tradition into a compelling wine offer in travel retail.
Victorinox Head of Global Travel Retail & Fragrance Sales Gloria Dix explores how emerging brands can seize new opportunities amid shifting consumer demographics in APAC and why she believes that travel retail is still a strategic channel for growth.
An Early Bird delegate pass is available for US$1,500, with the standard registration fee rising to US$1,700 after the deadline.
Under the agreement, the lounges in terminals 1 and 2 will be managed by TAV until 2038, with the project involving the redesign of existing Primeclass lounges to incorporate a new look and refreshed branding.
Net gains, increased footfall and served up winners. All are on offer with the global premiere at Dubai Duty Free of Munz Sportsline, a travel exclusive with a difference that combines sporting fun with fine Swiss chocolate.
The activation highlights Bluebell & Wild Strawberry – the latest addition to Molton Brown’s Artists of Note series, which celebrates the brand’s dedication to artistic expression.
ARI has announced details of the next stage in its ESG evolution with the launch of a revised 2025-30 strategy under the title ‘Journey with Purpose’.
Located in the departures hall, the vibrant experiential space is running throughout the month, inviting travellers to discover traditional skincare reimagined with a modern touch.
Lillis had been the brand’s Travel Retail Director Asia Pacific since May 2012. She has enjoyed a stellar career with the company since December 2012.
The Moodie Davitt Report, in association with Airport Dimensions, has launched a new podcast/video series under the title ‘Explore the Experience Era’. In our first episode, Pravat Paikray, Vice President Commercial Development at Bangalore International Airport Ltd, evaluates the role of retail in shaping the future of the traveller journey.
The preview reinforces the Trinity partnership between Moët Hennessy, Avolta and Heathrow and reflects the spirits company’s ongoing investment in premium activations across key international hubs.
Located in the baggage reclaim area, the 166sq m store offers a wide selection of products across various categories, including travel essentials, food & confectionery, wines & spirits, tobacco, beauty, fragrances and souvenirs.
For the first time, the partners’ combined offering goes beyond selective perfumery to include fellow categories such as spirits, tobacco, cosmetics & fragrances and confectionery.
The landmark investment programme will include an intermodal hub, expanded terminal facilities, a new hotel, an updated drop-off zone and a green boulevard with a park.
In words and spectacular imagery, we take a look back at the thrilling culmination of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru’s sixth annual pioneering BLR Highfliers programme – an acclaimed rewards and recognition platform for concessionaire front-line teams.
From Saturday 12 April, it is illegal for travellers from all EU countries entering the UK to bring items such as sandwiches, cheese, cured meats, raw meats or milk into the country, even if packaged or bought in duty free.
The Swiss cellular cosmetics brand returned to the Hainan Expo with the Asia debut of two limited-edition skincare innovations – the CellEctive CellLift Serum and the UltraCell Intensive.
L’Oréal reinforced its commitment to Chinese and global consumers in Hainan at the Expo, spotlighting new brands, products, beauty tech and sustainable innovations.
“The contract period for the Guam Airport branch is until July 2026. The operation plan has been under consideration, and no decision has been made so far,” Lotte Duty Free tells The Moodie Davitt Report following reports the retailer may quit its contract.
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