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All the highlights from The Trinity Forum 2026 in Doha

We feature a dazzling array of standout moments from the world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference, held in Doha, Qatar on 5-6 February.

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3Sixty Duty Free buys back shareholding from The Shilla Duty Free as Korean retailer narrows losses in Q4

The travel retailer remained in the red for the quarter but narrowed its losses significantly year-on-year to KRW10.4 billion (US$7.1 billion), compared with a thumping KRW38.7 billion (US$26.6 million) deficit in Q3 2024.

Cosmetics

The Estée Lauder Companies posts “excellent” Q2 results as Hainan improves and Beauty Reimagined takes hold

Hainan’s resurgence and a call for greater pricing discipline in Mainland China airport retail were among the talking points in an earnings call after the US beauty powerhouse delivered encouraging Q2 results.

Spirits & Wine

Hennessy and Lotte Duty Free bring ‘a sense of occasion’ to Changi with Lunar New Year pop-up

Moët Hennessy Travel Retail has partnered with Lotte Duty Free to unveil Hennessy’s Lunar New Year activation in Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1.

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Annual Korean duty-free sales plummet to lowest point since 2016

That is the lowest annual total since 2012 (see table) and almost -50% lower than the pre-pandemic 2019 level of KRW24,858,617,876,356 (US$17.04 billion).

Food & Confectionery

Makeovers

Ferrero Travel Market marks World Nutella Day with exclusive collection and Moodie Davitt makeover

World Nutella Day is being brought to life with an exclusive, QR-code-powered collection and digitally driven Avolta activation at Milan Malpensa Airport.

Airport Hospitality World

Airport Hospitality World: State Lounge unveiled at Lahore Airport; MILE·ON·AIR business facility opens at iGA Istanbul Airport

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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China opens duty-free access to specified imported goods for Hainan Free Trade Port residents

On 4 February, China’s Ministry of Finance, the General Administration of Customs and the State Taxation Administration introduced a zero-tariff policy for imported goods purchased by Hainan Free Trade Port residents.

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Awarding excellence: Changi Airport Group’s Peck Hoon Lim wins inaugural Trinity Prize

Unveiled on the second day of the Trinity Forum 2026, the Trinity Prize is a new industry accolade designed to celebrate leadership and partnership.

Fragrances

Coty posts slight Q2 revenue growth as new leadership outlines plans to boost performance

Coty has reported US$1,678.6 million in net revenues for the second quarter ending 31 December 2025, marking a +1% year-on-year increase on a reported basis (-3% like-for-like). The results aligned with forecasts while cutting net debt and leverage to their lowest levels in nearly a decade, the company noted. Weaker sales were recorded in key […]

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Qatar Duty Free donates US$10,000 to Morgan’s Army at a memorable WiTR+ event in Doha

Nearly 80 women from the global travel retail community gathered in Doha for the WiTR+ reception, hosted jointly by Qatar Duty Free and The Moodie Davitt Report during The Trinity Forum.

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European airport traffic surges to record 2.6 billion in 2025 amid strong travel demand

The Full Year 2025 Airport Traffic Report underscores strong travel demand, despite what ACI Europe described as generally lacklustre European economies, high airfares, significant supply and capacity pressures, and increasingly volatile geopolitical tensions.

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The Shilla Duty Free turns Lunar New Year festivities into interactive retailtainment at Changi Airport

Running until 8 March across transit locations and the iShopChang platform, the campaign seeks to increase foot traffic and boost purchases and digital engagement across the retailer’s beauty and fragrance network.

Food & Confectionery

Going for gold: Nestlé and Qatar Duty Free drive engagement with KitKat prize draw campaign

Running from November through February, the promotion offers three passengers the chance to win a gold-crafted KitKat bar, with the lucky draw to be held on 26 February.

News

WHSmith invests in Manchester and Liverpool airports with new stores and Grindsmith launch

The latest WHSmith investments in major North of England travel hubs include a travel essentials store and the Grindsmith café at Manchester, and an exanded one-stop-shop at Liverpool.

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Chicago Department of Aviation tests market for airport-wide sponsorship and naming rights

CDA has issued a Request for Information to gauge market interest in potential sponsorship and naming rights opportunities at Chicago O’Hare and Midway international airports.

Images of the Day

Images of the Day: Athletes arrive in force at Milano Malpensa as the Winter Olympics unfold

“Milano Malpensa is not merely a point of arrival, but the first point of contact with Italy for athletes and delegations,” says SEA Milan Airports.

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B&S appoints industry veteran Luke Maga as Global Sales Director, Duty Free & Travel Retail

In this role, Maga will lead B&S’s duty-free and travel retail sales strategy, with responsibility for driving brand growth in both established and emerging markets.

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Sydney Airport advances A$6 billion programme with Grimshaw and Mott MacDonald leading T2-T3 Link

Selected after a rigorous technical and commercial evaluation process, both firms reflect their strong alignment with Sydney Airport’s ambition for an efficient, resilient and world-class passenger experience.

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Duty Free World Council Academy nears 15,000 course completions as engagement accelerates

The Duty Free World Council has provided a positive update on the uptake of its Responsible Retail training courses, with a significant milestone in sight.

The Moodie Blog

The Moodie Blog: From Lisbon to Lon Y Coed and on to Hong Kong

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.