Brand News
Towards an ‘experience-first paradigm’ – HTDF premieres Hainan’s first smart glasses concept store
“At HTDF, we are reshaping what a duty-free destination can be,” says a company spokesperson. “The launch of this smart glasses concept store reflects our commitment to placing innovation at the heart of the customer experience.”
‘From Traffic to Value’ – China Duty Free Consumer White Paper 2025-2026 is released
“The global duty-free and travel retail market is at a critical inflection point of recovery and quality improvement,” said CDFG as it unveiled the expansive document that systematically interprets consumer trends, category evolution and channel transformation logic.
Local Heroes: Sakhrani Distillery puts Okinawa on the world whisky map
Bringing the forests of Yanbaru, Okinawa, to the forefront, the emerging whisky brand unites Founder Sabrina Sakhrani’s global vision with Master Distiller Ayako Ikehara’s generational craftsmanship.
Osborne serves up a Taste of Spain with Toro Tapas expansion
Osborne Group is using Spanish gastronomy, hospitality and an evolving wines, spirits and gourmet food portfolio to deliver an authentic Taste of Spain to travellers.
Cellcosmet and CDFG bring Swiss-inspired skincare journey to cdf Sanya with immersive pop-up
Featuring its latest Soothing & Hydrating Mask, the campaign brings together product discovery, sensory experiences and luxury hospitality in Haitang Bay.
Chanel channels Coco Mademoiselle’s free spirit into limited-edition makeup line
Chanel is expanding the Coco Mademoiselle universe into colour cosmetics with a limited-edition collection that channels the fragrance franchise’s free-spirited character across eyes, lips and nails.
‘Making Life Sparkle’ – Henkell Freixenet strengthens global identity with refreshed corporate logo
The refreshed identity comes as the sparkling wine specialist looks to sharpen its global profile while maintaining the distinct identities of its established brand portfolio.
Paradies Lagardère showcases regional character across five concepts at Portland Airport
The North American travel retailer has partnered with Port of Portland to spotlight local businesses, independent makers and Oregon-made products in its latest airport retail offer.
Armaf turns up the intensity with Club de Nuit and sharpened travel retail focus
Armaf sees an opportunity to position fragrance as a more personal and experiential purchase in travel retail, extending beyond traditional drivers such as price or brand recognition.
‘Start Your Taste Journey’ – Ritter Sport puts flavour discovery at heart of 2027 travel retail strategy
Ritter Sport is putting flavour discovery, gifting and experiential retail at the heart of its 2027 travel retail strategy, led by an expanded Choco Cubes offer and a colourful series of airport activations.
Ferrero builds innovation pipeline across Kinder, biscuits and digital engagement
From travel retail exclusives (TREXs) to connected experiences, Ferrero is broadening its innovation pipeline across biscuits, confectionery and digital engagement.
Emirates Pride to bring UAE fragrance heritage to Cannes with travel retail expansion in focus
The Dubai-based fragrance house is targeting new international markets, with its latest innovations and consumer-led approach underpinning its travel retail ambitions.
