Airports
On location in Bengaluru at the 2026 Airport FAB + Hospitality Conference and Awards
Welcome to our rolling coverage of the 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference and Awards, held this year in Bengaluru. The Moodie Davitt Report-owned event is this year proudly celebrating its 15th anniversary.
Geneva Airport welcomes Decathlon Switzerland’s first European airport store
Decathlon has entered a new phase of its European travel retail strategy with the launch of its first airport proximity store at Geneva Airport, combining a curated product offer with a 24/7 Click & Collect service for travellers.
Nestlé and Unifree Duty Free shift KitKat Formula 1 into top gear at Istanbul Airport
Launched on 3 July, the experience reflects the confectionery brand’s global partnership with Formula 1 while reinforcing its presence within travel retail.
WHSmith North America celebrates leadership impact with three AMAC Catalyst Awards wins
The leading travel retailer has celebrated three executive honours at the prestigious AMAC 2026 Catalyst Awards, highlighting its leaders’ contributions to advocacy, supplier diversity and the broader aviation industry.
‘Recognisably British’ – Avolta brings Bill’s to Heathrow Terminal 2 in airport debut
The leading travel retail and dining player has unveiled Bill’s at Terminal 2, reinforcing its shared vision with Heathrow of showcasing local brands to enhance the sense of place at the busy gateway.
Global debuts premium digital media offering in Manchester Airport’s upgraded Terminal 2
Manchester Airport’s exclusive advertising sales partner has expanded its media portfolio with new premium digital screens across the newly revamped Terminal 2, reaching more than 32 million arriving and departing passengers annually.
Mars Wrigley and Avolta bring colour to Palma de Mallorca with travel retail’s largest M&M’s Experience
Mars Wrigley International Travel Retail and Avolta are bringing a new level of interaction, entertainment and sense of place to Palma de Mallorca Airport with the opening of travel retail’s largest M&M’s Experience.
Franck Waechter leaves post as TFWA Managing Director
An announcement on the future leadership of the permanent staff at TFWA will be made in due course, says a statement.
Images of the Day: Mondelez’s Toblerone Crystal Bar shines in the social media spotlight
Mondelez World Travel Retail is harnessing the power of creator content to amplify its Swarovski-crafted Toblerone Crystal Bar campaign across nine international airports.
Lacoste serves Courtlines boutique at Kuala Lumpur International Airport with Valiram
Lacoste has partnered with Valiram to open a new boutique at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, introducing its tennis-inspired Courtlines retail concept to one of Southeast Asia’s busiest aviation hubs.
The Chocolate Box spotlights Small Batch collection on World Chocolate Day across Australian airports
To mark World Chocolate Day, The Chocolate Box is treating travellers at four Australian airports to complimentary tastings of its exclusive handcrafted Small Batch Chocolate Blocks.
Ready for Arrivals: Industry veterans Peter Burgoyne and Byron Anderson launch specialist design practice
Backed by decades of experience, Peter Burgoyne and Byron Anderson have unveiled a design practice dedicated to airport retail, hospitality and F&B.
