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The Moodie Davitt Report is on location at Noi Bai International, gateway to the nation’s capital, Hanoi, on a seminal day for Vietnam’s travel retail sector. Today, a vibrant new force, Vietnam Duty Free, comes of age.
“With each step forward, VDF aspires to bring duty-free shopping in Vietnam closer to the standards of the world’s leading travel retail destinations, right at the country’s international gateway,” the company pledges.
Revenue grew by +5.1% excluding the North Asia region, which was affected by the continued reduction of the store network in China.
“Luxury is not necessarily defined only by traditional categories, but also by products that combine innovation, design and a genuine improvement to everyday life,” says ATÜ Duty Free President and CEO Ersan Arcan.
Spirits & Wine
The French spirits specialist celebrates its 70th anniversary with a curated showcase at Paris CDG Terminal 1 spanning rare expressions, Japanese whiskies and original creations, alongside festive-season releases, in partnership with Extime Duty Free Paris.
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The two-year programme aims to equip more than 1 million girls and young women aged 14 to 20 with digital and financial literacy skills, while expanding access to education, training and livelihood opportunities.
Airport Hospitality World
We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.
“Navratri is more than a festival in Ahmedabad, it is an emotion that brings people together through culture, tradition and celebration,” says Ospree Duty Free CEO Gaurav Singh.
The Dubai-based business, founded by the travel retail veteran, will focus on building brand presence across global markets, from securing listings and developing retailer relationships to driving sell-through.
With the world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference heading to Milan on 17-18 March 2027 for a landmark European gathering, delegates are encouraged to sign up soon to enjoy early bird rates available until 15 January.
Returning for its 14th edition, The Moodies recognise creativity, innovation and excellence in engagement across standout social media campaigns and digital initiatives spanning airports, brands, food & beverage operators, lounge operators and retailers.
Partner ContentA new whitepaper from Altavia Travel Retail explores how retailers can better meet the needs of Indian travellers through personalised and locally relevant experiences.
Tonight, Sunday, TFWA World Exhibition formally kicks off with the traditional Opening Cocktail and no doubt the equally traditional fireworks. How good in our war-torn world they are of the peaceful, celebratory kind.
Costa Coffee International Managing Director Sam O’Brien explores the evolving role of coffee within the passenger journey and the company’s response to shifting traveller expectations across the ever-changing global airport environment.
Today’s images are courtesy of The Fladgate Partnership Chief Commercial Officer João Vasconcelos and Avolta, showcasing Taylor’s Late Bottled Vintage Port 1-litre in Manchester Airport Terminal 3.
The October edition explores the evolving wellbeing landscape through brand innovations, travel retail developments, social media highlights and curated insights from international media.
The 12 November forum in Hong Kong will bring together senior industry executives to discuss evolving consumer behaviour, retail strategy and opportunities across North Asia travel retail.
The campaign, in partnership with World Duty Free, returns from 15 October-1 November, showcasing Northern Ireland’s distilling heritage through tastings, brand encounters and retail promotions.
Harding+ Accessories Buyer Sophie Scroggs explores how pre-loved, emerging brands and more fluid retail environments are influencing fashion & accessories at sea.
The latest fortnightly edition of The Moodie Davitt Report’s Airport Food & Beverage World LinkedIn newsletter is live, bringing together the most important global stories across the vibrant airport dining sector.
Anticipation is building as Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport gears up to welcome its inaugural passenger flights on 25 October. An extensive shopping offer awaits those travellers.
Launched in partnership with China Duty Free Group, TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask is the first whisky to be influenced by casks seasoned with Valdespino sherry wine since the bodega came under The Macallan’s ownership.
The latest edition of TRI-POD, The Moodie Davitt Report’s video podcast in association with Organico Group, features special guest Sabrina Sakhrani, Co-founder of a remarkable women-led whisky-making enterprise from Yanbaru on the beautiful southern Japanese island of Okinawa.
Today’s image selection, shared by Bangalore International Airport Limited, captures the vibrant Naadahabba Dasara celebrations at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, bringing together colour, cultural heritage and festive cheer.
Rituals Global Travel Retail Director Lotte Rozemuller explores the role of cultural storytelling and sensory experiences in driving engagement, drawing on the brand’s Amsterdam Collection and its travel retail roll-out.
Entries remain open until 16 November for the Travel Retail Superstars Awards, which recognise outstanding talent across the airport, airline, downtown and cruise sectors.
