Destination Merchandise
China Duty Free Group rides plush toy popularity wave with launch of ‘Foodie Dim Sum’ series
The travel retailer said the innovation “blends the vibrant local dim sum culture with international fashion” and rides on the wider global plush toy trend adopted by fashion icons, celebrities and sports stars.
Starboard Group enhances land-based retail presence with The Edit in Savannah
Located in Savannah’s central shopping district, the opening reinforces the brand’s footprint and expertise in premium retail experiences.
Finavia to showcase Finnish forest-inspired design in Helsinki Airport’s commercial expansion
Located on the Schengen side of the terminal, the new commercial zone will feature shops, kiosks and cafés, with five new operators building a retail offer designed around the forest theme.
Avolta bolsters African presence with hybrid concept at Abidjan Félix Houphouët-Boigny Airport
The 620sq m concept, located within the renovated duty-free store in Terminal 1, represents an important step in Avolta’s regional expansion and its broader global strategy.
On Location: Jeddah Duty Free debuts at King Abdulaziz International Airport
The Moodie Davitt Report President and Editorial Director Dermot Davitt is on location in Jeddah for the milestone opening, described as “the perfect balance between a global mindset and local culture”.
DENIZEN expands cruise retail presence in the Mediterranean and the Arctic
The leading destination jewellery specialist has reported a milestone summer season for its cruise retail business, with its new and signature collections selling onboard Mystic Cruises’ entire fleet.
WHSmith launches Australia’s first curi.o.city store at Perth Airport
The new store introduces a premium gifting and souvenir products concept designed to showcase Western Australia, and builds on outlets already established across major international hubs in London, Qatar and the UAE.
Starboard delivers premium shopping mix on Virgin Voyages’ new Brilliant Lady
The Brilliant Lady’s 511sq m of commercial space showcases an exclusive assortment of luxury and sustainably minded brands, integrated with experiential retail concepts.
DENIZEN marks ten years in duty free with fresh collections at TFWA in Cannes
Blending craftsmanship with a sense of place, DENIZEN’s latest collections range from signature map charms to luxury lines, specially designed for today’s global travellers.
Hudson snaps up ten-year, 20-store contract at Atlanta International Airport
Hudson will unveil 20 travel convenience and specialty retail concepts, including two hybrid stores, at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, the world’s busiest airport by total passenger traffic.
Lotte Duty Free taps into K-Food wave with K-Market opening and exclusives at Gimpo International Airport
The latest initiatives reflect the rising popularity of the K-food trend in duty free, with the retailer reporting a surge in food sales year-on-year from January to July.
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.
