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Avolta drives Caribbean expansion with majority stake in Penha Duty Free Group

Backed by long-term concession agreements, Penha Duty Free Group adds a resilient, multi-channel Caribbean business to Avolta’s global portfolio.

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Safari Duty Free wins exclusive Kenya Airways inflight duty-free contract

With more than 24 years’ experience in duty-free retail, Safari Duty Free currently operates ten stores across East and Southern Africa, including enterprises in Kenya, Mozambique, Zambia and Uganda plus a diplomatic duty-free store in Maputo, Mozambique.

Images of the Day

Images of the Day: The pride of Andhra shines at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport with GMR Aero

GMR Aero is putting sense of place at the heart of Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, weaving the culture, craftsmanship and traditions of Andhra Pradesh into the new gateway’s architecture and design.

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Hudson extends Des Moines International Airport retail presence with new eight-year contract

The long-term contract will see Hudson introduce its River & Grand concept as part of the airport’s new terminal development in 2027.

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‘Redefine Your Beauty’ – Heathrow and Avolta partner again in experiential promotional campaign

This year’s promotion follows the triumphant success of the inaugural Redefine Your Beauty campaign in 2025, billed as the largest joint beauty initiative in Heathrow Airport’s history.

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CDFG joins forces with airport and telecom partners to drive Shanghai visitor spending

The integrated programme offers an array of incentives from arrival through departure as part of a city-wide visitor engagement campaign.

Airport Hospitality World

Airport Hospitality World: Qantas to open Melbourne lounge in 2029; Air India plans Maharaja facility for New York

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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Unifree Duty Free brings summer energy to Istanbul Airport with seasonal activation

The seasonal campaign combines premium brand activations, live entertainment and immersive shopping experiences to engage travellers during the peak summer travel season.

Food & Beverage

Exquisine Global marks Airport F&B Pathfinders Committee’s expansion into Asia

The Bangkok-based restaurant franchisor joins the global initiative as its first Asian Founding Member while rolling out tRetail Labs’ nrtureAI platform across Mango Tree outlets in key Asian markets.

Spirits & Wine

The Macallan and EVERRICH Duty Free toast Harmony Collection finale with world-first launch

The partners are closing the chapter on The Harmony Collection with an exclusive release, immersive activation and tasting ritual centred on the Inspired by Toasted Coconut.

The Moodie Blog

A welcome (and an absence) in the hillsides as I come home again to Wales

I remember every night/Your ocean eyes of blue/How I miss you in the morning light/Like roses miss the dew.

Spirits & Wine

‘Customer, Customer, Customer’ – Diageo underlines core focus as full-year sales decline -2.0%

Growth in Europe, Latin America & Caribbean and Africa was offset by weakness in North America and Asia Pacific.

Food & Beverage

iCoupon and Lagardère Travel Retail extend digital voucher redemption alliance

The agreement extends a partnership that already supports digital airline voucher management in airport and rail station food & beverage venues across 13 countries.

Airport Hospitality World

Kyra and Mastercard elevate lounge experience with Asia Pacific debut of Taste by Priceless at Hong Kong Airport

The opening introduces Mastercard’s Taste by Priceless dining club to Asia Pacific, bringing chef-led dining and curated experiences to eligible cardholders at Kyra’s Hong Kong International Airport lounge.

Cosmetics

Anua charts course for cruise growth with Harding+ expansion to 27 ships

Following a strong first-at-sea debut with Harding+, Korean skincare brand ANUA is nearly doubling its cruise retail footprint with the retailer, including an expanded presence in Europe.

Food & Confectionery

Venchi doubles its premium chocolate presence with Qatar Duty Free

The Italian gourmet chocolatier has extended its partnership with Qatar Duty Free through a second Hamad International Airport boutique, bringing its Italian chocolate craftsmanship and exclusive creations to more travellers.

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MEADFA marks 25-year milestone with refreshed identity and future-focused vision

The updated logo comes as MEADFA prepares to celebrate its journey at its 2026 conference in Morocco, while reinforcing its role as a key industry platform for the region.

Images of the Day

Images of the Day: Travel retail puts on its best face for National Lipstick Day

Today’s images, shared by Airport Authority Hong Kong, celebrate the launch of the Hong Kong International Airport Arts and Culture Festival 2026, an immersive exhibition bringing the creative spirit of Hong Kong and Shanghai to travellers.

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Lancôme and Unifree get ‘in the mood for summer’ with immersive Istanbul Airport activation

Lancôme and Unifree has put travellers in a summer state of mind at Istanbul Airport with a vibrant, Riviera-inspired showcase combining beauty discovery, personalisation and playful experiences.

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TRI-POD: Talking cruiseline experience with Studio Fiore Founder Suzanne Fiore

“When people take a cruise, you want to show that the guest is, one, satisfied, and two, they’re going to book again. Guests are at the heart of absolutely everything that I do, and that we do as an industry,” says our special guest.

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Dubai Duty Free accelerates digital checkout with Crypto.com Pay travel retail debut in the Middle East

The roll-out marks a Middle East travel retail first, with Crypto.com Pay now available across Dubai Duty Free’s airport stores and e-commerce platform.

Moodie Davitt VIDEO

Blue Chip Group’s Sangmin Ha on the business of beauty

Leading travel retail brand representative and distributor Blue Chip Group is celebrating its 15th year in business in 2026, an occasion the company marked with a special video interview with The Moodie Davitt Report, conducted during TFWA Asia Pacific in May.