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Aer Rianta International is unveiling an extraordinary wave of projects in support of #KickCancerThon, the travel retail industry-wide visibility and fundraising campaign for cancer research.
If you would like to support Sinead’s memory and chosen cause, The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, we have created a dedicated #KickCancerThon page.
The new cafe, located in Terminal 2 Departures, was virtually inaugurated today by Hon’ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu.
Steadily reducing year-on-year sales declines in the combined China & Travel Retail division through 2025 offered encouragment for the Japanese beauty house. But the worsening dispute between China and Japan means Q1 2026 will be problematic.
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Our acclaimed columnist highlights the critical importance of connecting with Chinese FIT travellers well before the peak CNY holiday period and compares how three industry stakeholders fared.
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We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
In our regular roundup we spotlight how airports, retailers and brands are connecting with travellers during the Lunar New Year celebrations across social media.
La Mer’s striking Year of the Horse campaign leverages cultural artistry, exclusivity and immersive retail theatre to drive engagement and conversion at travel retail locations across Asia Pacific.
SSP Eastern Europe and Middle East CEO George Antoniou profiles the group’s presence in the key Egyptian market and addresses the significance of recent contract extensions there.
Supported by a 360-degree communications strategy and immersive in-store visuals, the ‘Love is a Gift, Share It’ campaign centred on connection and meaningful gifting.
Running over eight weeks until the end of February, the high-profile activation continues the global promotion of Jägermeister Orange, which debuted in April 2025.
Revenue at the leading travel retail-to-dining player climbed by +5.5% year-on-year with like-for-like sales rising by +4.4%, alongside improved profitability. We feature highlights plus comment from CEO Frédéric Chevalier to investors on the outlook for 2026.
Today’s images come from Sevilla (Seville) Airport, principal gateway to western Andalusia and an excellent showcase to the region, writes Martin Moodie.
Cyprus Duty Free General Manager Andrew Baker says, “With the right product mix, a highly recognisable brand and strong operational collaboration, we are excited to make Coach a successful addition to our growing fashion & accessories offering.”
Buoyed by the addition of two hospitality acquisitions last year, retail income leapt +17% year-on-year at Groupe ADP; Extime Paris Duty Free revenue rose by single digits while average spend fell slightly.
Pernod Ricard reported a Q2 recovery in travel retail supported by the resumption of Martell sales in China duty free and continued growth in Europe, the Americas and the cruise channel.
“This decision was made as part of a strategic choice to focus and prioritise our core businesses amid an uncertain business environment and a slow industry recovery,” says the Korean travel retailer as it reacts to The Moodie Davitt Report’s exclusive story.
The campaign runs until 23 February in 15 locations across Paris Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports, backed by a 360° visibility drive spanning in-store and airport media touchpoints.
Retail revenue at New Zealand’s main gateway fell -2% year-on-year in H1 FY26, with income per passenger down -4%, while passenger spend rate rose +2% (+5% excluding FX).
Sales growth was driven by core brands and rising domestic demand in Mainland China and Asia, with the addition of the PURI brand strengthening regional momentum and helping to offset a softer travel retail performance.
I don’t know what my year will bring, either personally or professionally. But I embark on the 24th year of The Moodie Davitt Report with hope in my heart, clarity in my vision and determination to make a difference in anything I and we do.
Navigating change in an uncertain and AI-driven world. A discussion on travel retail’s future.
Tallink Grupp CEO Paavo Nõgene says, “Just like in recent years, 2025 was filled with challenges. Our results were particularly affected by economic uncertainty in our largest market, Finland.”
The global travel retail powerhouse enters Verona Valerio Catullo Airport with five dining concepts and launches its first F&B portfolio at Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport.
The Mercurius Group Managing Director Ivo Favotto says: “Feedback from the airport commercial sector highlights a strong need for industry-wide attention to collectively improve airports as workplaces for retail staff, and to reduce the grit and costs incurred.”
