SRI LANKA. China Duty Free Group (CDFG) has officially opened the cdf Sri Lanka Duty Free store in The Mall at Port City Colombo. The flagship economic development project, jointly developed by China and Sri Lanka, is home to the travel retailer’s first foray into the South Asian market.
The 2,000sq m store features a diverse range of high-end products covering over 400 internationally renowned brands, including fashion and accessories, luxury watches and jewellery, beauty products, perfumes, spirits, fine wines, global speciality foods and souvenirs.
The liquor zone houses over 300 lines, including single malt whiskies, premium Cognacs and a variety of international red and white wines, as well as Chinese spirits.
CDFG said the store’s elegant interior design creates a comfortable shopping environment. Multilingual staff have been appointed to enhance the customer experience.
Local residents and international travellers can shop with travel records and enjoy a variety of payment options.
CDFG said: “This development sets the stage for a significant boost in local tourism. The store inauguration is anticipated to transform Port City Colombo into a thriving hub for business and tourism, catalysing greater economic development and opening new opportunities in Sri Lanka, while further enhancing the strategic collaboration between the two nations.
“The opening of the duty-free store in Sri Lanka signifies CDFG’s continued international development strategy, showcasing its pioneering spirit and innovative approach in exploring new markets like South Asia.”
Under the leadership of its parent company, China Tourism Group Duty Free Corporation, CDFG has been advancing its strategy to extend its global footprint. It has expanded its airport and downtown duty-free business in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Cambodia, and has moved into duty-free retail services for international cruise liners.
About Port City Colombo
Port City Colombo (PCC) is a multi-service Special Economic Zone and the engine of Sri Lanka’s economic development as a regional financial centre and business hub. Located strategically at the heart of the South Asian region, it is one of the largest Private-Public Partnerships in Sri Lanka, aiming to set a world-class standard for investments, services and lifestyle.
PCC is home to Sri Lanka’s first-ever yacht marina and luxury waterfront resorts, as well as the duty-free mall. It focuses on driving high-value investments through state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced technology and favourable regulations for development.
* Stay tuned to The Moodie Davitt Report for news of the related One World Duty Free store opening. ✈
