Consumer Technology
Hudson ramps up retail offering at New York JFK Airport Terminal 8 with five additional stores
The additional locations were developed in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Airports, The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey and American Airlines.
Dubai Duty Free smashes July records with sales reaching US$175 million
Underpinned by “an incredible” +57% surge in confectionery sales – spurred by the sustained Dubai Chocolate dynamic – and strong performances across multiple other categories, Dubai Duty Free sustains its remarkable 2025 momentum.
Lotte Duty Free spotlights bestselling items amid summer travel boom
Across product categories, cosmetics and perfumes recorded the highest share of sales at 39%, followed by fashion, leathergoods and eyewear at 28%.
WHSmith reveals expanded retail plans for New York JFK New Terminal One following tender win
WHSmith’s expanded presence at JFK will see the retailer to operate eight new stores with a strong retail mix of own-brand travel essentials formats and homegrown businesses.
Qatar Duty Free expands Day2Day format with fresh grab-and-go concept at Hamad International
With two new outlets, the grab-and-go concept offers busy travellers freshly made salads, wraps and burgers, alongside pastries, snacks and a selection of travel essentials and tech accessories.
Images of the Day: umdasch and Smartseller bring a new dimension of retail and F&B to Nuremberg Airport
Today’s images tell the story of the innovative Smartseller store, which elevates Nuremberg’s commercial offer with an inventive fusion of duty‑free retail, regional food & beverage and design‑led ambience.
WHSmith North America and partners capture JFK Airport New Terminal One travel essentials spaces
Three graduating companies of the Port Authority’s Institute of Concessions will join WHSmith North America in the team of joint-venture partners to deliver the travel essentials experience at the terminal.
JD.com extends tax refund service to overseas travellers across more than 100 China stores
The roll-out is an important move by one of China’s largest retailers by revenue to enhance the shopping experience for international travellers and support the country’s inbound tourism sector.
China Duty Free Group enhances ‘first-store economy’ initiative to boost Hainan island retail growth
With Hainan’s rise as a global tourism and consumption hub, CDFG is evolving from a focus on ‘firsts’ to broader innovation, integrating culture, commerce, sports, tourism and wellness into its retail strategy.
Paradies Lagardère accelerates US growth with contract wins at Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth airports
The company’s latest phase of growth highlights its focus on elevating the travel experience with diverse dining and retail offerings.
‘The art of retail’ takes shape at Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
The 12,000sq m retail venue will deliver “the art of retail in the heart of Europe”, featuring a central marketplace concept and an impressive mix of global and German brands.
Frankfurt Airport Retail to operate over 3,000sq m of retail space in new Terminal 3
The Terminal 3 offer will combine experiential retail, tailored brand curation and a strong regional identity to elevate the traveller experience at one of Europe’s major connectivity hubs.
