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Moodie Davitt Live: On location at TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference in Singapore

Welcome to our rolling coverage of the TFWA Asia Pacific show in Singapore, and our highlights of the week in words, images and video.

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Middle East crisis: ACI data shows region’s airports under acute stress as conflict hits aviation and travel retail

We feature rolling updates on what ranks as one of the biggest crises in travel retail history.

Food & Confectionery

Ricola builds Asia Pacific travel retail momentum through localisation and brand visibility

The Swiss herbal confectionery specialist is setting its sights on Asia Pacific travel retail, eyeing substantial ‘white space’ for growth where its current presence has only scratched the surface.

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Lotte Duty Free powers K-goods discovery through Korea Tourism Contest sponsorship

The sponsorship marks the first time a Korean travel retailer has backed the contest, with the company introducing a ‘Lotte Duty Free CEO Award’ that will grant KRW1 million (US$674) each to three winners.

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Downtown and downward: How the off-airport duty-free sector has declined amid structural pressures

A series of downtown duty-free closures across Asia Pacific and beyond in recent years highlights the growing challenges facing a business model once regarded as a key travel retail growth driver.

Airport Hospitality World

Airport Hospitality World: Star Alliance reveals luxury lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport; Transavia opens facility in Paris Orly T2

We bring you the latest lounge and hospitality services openings from around the world in our popular Airport Hospitality World title.

Images of the Day

Images of the Day: “The future of travel has begun” with pioneering AI hologram host at LaGuardia Airport

Today’s images from LaGuardia Gateway Partners capture the New York hub’s pioneering interactive Guest Experience Ambassador hologram, the first fully interactive AI hologram for guest service and wayfinding to be deployed at an airport.

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Bahrain Duty Free maintains profit momentum in Q1 despite challenging operating environment

The retailer posted a +5.6% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first quarter of 2026, reaching BD1.78 million (US$4.74 million).

The Moodie Blog

The Moodie Blog: Back out of hibernation to accompany ‘The website that never sleeps’

‘The website that never sleeps’ may at no time have paused for rest but The Moodie Blog, I’m delighted to say, is out of hibernation

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‘Areas for Change’ – Blanca López Alerm outlines the Areas ESG Strategy

Areas Communication, Sustainability & Customer Experience Director Blanca López Alerm outlines the travel food company’s new ESG strategy in this Q&A.

Images of the Day

Images of the Day: Koskenkorva invites travellers to ‘Party like there is tomorrow’ at Copenhagen Airport

Today’s choice of images comes from the Nordics’ busiest travel hub, where brand owner Anora Group is staging a colourful tasting-bar activation focused on its expanding Koskenkorva liqueur portfolio.

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Guest article: Transforming Cam Ranh Airport with Changi’s expertise

ince Changi Airports International began its collaboration with Cam Ranh International Joint Stock Company in February 2024, a steady and impressive transformation has taken place at Cam Ranh International Airport, Vietnam.

Spirits & Wine

Moutai marks strong TFWA presence with refreshed brand identity and sharpened travel retail focus

Travel retail has been positioned as part of Kweichow Moutai’s ‘internationalisation strategic nexus’, as the brand seeks to elevate the duty-free experience into a meaningful touchpoint with consumers.

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China Duty Free Group and One World Duty Free set to reap benefits of improved Port City shopping regulation changes

The measures ease restrictions previously imposed on Sri Lankan citizens purchasing goods from duty-free shopping complexes run by China Duty Free Group and One World Duty Free in Port City.

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Lotte Duty Free weighs closure of Sydney downtown store

“Going forward, our global business direction is focused on portfolio optimisation, building a more stable and sustainable operational footprint centered around airport duty-free, rather than downtown locations,” the South Korean travel retail tells The Moodie Davitt Report.

Food & Confectionery

A Matcha made in heaven: Mondelez World Travel Retail and FNA bring new Toblerone TREX to Changi

Handcrafted in a run of 4,000 individually numbered bars, just 66 bars of the exclusive flavour are available per day in Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2 for eight weeks throughout May and June.

Spirits & Wine

Diageo activates Don Julio and Casamigos across 34 airports in the Americas for FIFA World Cup 2026

Diageo Global Travel is rolling out more than 100 airport activations for FIFA World Cup 2026 in North and South America, spotlighting Don Julio and Casamigos as part of its role as the tournament’s Official Spirits Supporter.

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“A world of love” – Miki House brings premium children’s lifestyle concept to Singapore show

The Japanese children’s apparel brand has made its debut at the ongoing TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition with a booth showcasing handcrafted shoes, summer wear, skincare, hats and baby essentials.

Food & Beverage

More influential industry leaders join FAB Conference 2026; Early Bird registration deadline extended

The latest high-profile additions to the star-studded speaker line-up include Aena Brasil Chief Commercial Officer Juan José Sánchez; BTA Author & Gastronomy Researcher Ömür Akkor; BTA CEO Baha Bülbül; and Fraport TAV Antalya Airport General Manager Dr Frank Quante.

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Muscat Duty Free names Aisha Al Habsi as Chief Operating Officer

Aisha Al Habsi has risen through the ranks of the travel retailer since joining as a Sales Colleague 21 years ago, and was most recently Chief People Officer.