Airports
Gebr. Heinemann announces realigned leadership structure amid generational transition
Leading travel retailer and distributor Gebr. Heinemann reveals the latest stage in its transition to a new generation of management, with Max Heinemann named as Chairman, Raoul Spanger as Co-Chair and a new CEO, Morgan Boeri.
‘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.
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.
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.
Hyundai Duty Free returns to profit in H1 while group department store sales to foreigners surge
Surging tourism plus a rationalised and more disciplined downtown store approach enhanced Hyundai Duty Free’s operating performance in Q2 and H1. But the real beneficiary of the tourism boom was the group’s department store division.
‘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.
Gatwick’s H1 net retail income per passenger rises +4% though Middle East conflict hits passenger and revenue count
While traffic was hit hard, principally by the Middle East conflict, individual passenger spending was encouraging, boosted by route network diversification and completed terminal refurbishments.
Malaysia Airports issues Request for Information amid network-wide review of advertising programme
Malaysia Airports Managing Director Dato’ Mohd Izani Ghani says the company seeks to understand how the potential of its vast audience can translate into “a more effective airport media ecosystem that serves brands and partners while contributing positively to the passenger experience”.
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.
Images of the Day: Hyderabad Airport unveils ‘Shop & Win’ campaign to reward spending
Our latest selection of images comes from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, where Hyderabad Airport has launched an expansive ‘Shop & Win’ campaign, a high-profile promotion offering shoppers and diners the chance to win premium prizes.
TFWA unveils more Cannes programme highlights as industry support strengthens
From expert-led discussions and workshops to networking, new initiatives and brand showcases, the event will offer multiple opportunities for the global travel retail community to connect and engage.
BAT extends VELO’s destination-led travel retail-exclusive collection with three new editions
The collection combines destination-led design with Velo’s flavour innovation, while tapping into the continued growth of nicotine pouches across key markets.
