INTERNATIONAL. A landmark opening for Vietnam Duty Free at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport, an expansive retail offer taking shape at Western Sydney International Airport and a creative spirits showcase at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport lead the latest edition of The Moodie Davitt Newsletter.
In one of this week’s biggest developments, Vietnam Duty Free has celebrated its groundbreaking opening at Noi Bai International Airport, marking an important milestone for the country’s burgeoning travel retail sector.
The inauguration signals a new chapter for duty-free shopping at the gateway to Vietnam’s capital, with ambitions to elevate the airport retail experience to international standards.
The edition – brought to you in association with Travel Blue – also spotlights Western Sydney International Airport as it prepares to welcome its first passengers.
The much-anticipated Australian gateway is developing an expansive duty-free and specialist retail offer, underlining the commercial opportunities emerging from one of the region’s most significant airport developments.
Completing the lead trio is a striking collaboration between Extime Duty Free Paris and La Maison du Whisky at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Celebrating the French spirits specialist’s 70th anniversary, the themed activation showcases rare expressions, distinctive creations and its 2026 Creations Collection.
Elsewhere among our top stories, The Moodie Davitt Report turns pink in support of The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign, while a remarkable #KickCancerThon initiative in Ukraine demonstrates the power of community and determination in supporting children affected by cancer.
In our regional coverage, Asia Pacific highlights include a +21% increase in visitor traffic at China Duty Free Group’s Hainan stores during the National Day holiday. In Europe, Groupe ADP and Carrefour have reached an agreement to introduce a new generation of convenience food stores in Paris.
In the Americas, SSP America is expanding the food & beverage offer at Orlando International Airport, while Middle East coverage includes Penhaligon’s latest pop-up and campaign with Dubai Duty Free.
These stories and many more feature in Issue 461 of The Moodie Davitt Newsletter, bringing together the latest news, analysis and insights from across the global travel retail community.
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