Airports
Melbourne Airport advances international terminal transformation with new pick-up and drop-off zones
The new pick-up and drop-off zones mark a key step in Melbourne Airport’s A$4.5 billion terminal expansion, with further changes planned to reshape the passenger experience.
Plaza Premium Group puts families in focus with launch of Plaza Petit child-friendly concept
The initiative by the one of the leading hospitality companies combines play, reading, cultural discovery and child-friendly dining with a global literacy partnership through Room to Read.
Dubai Duty Free and MMI set the scene for the festive season with launch of Indri Diwali Collector’s Edition
The latest festive expression from the fast-growing Indian single malt whisky brand is being introduced as a global first for Dubai. It will be available exclusively at the airport throughout October, ahead of a wider international release.
HMSHost opens largest Eataly North American airport location at New York JFK Terminal 4
The 6,935sq ft restaurant and marketplace forms part of an HMSHost-led expansion of the terminal’s dining offer, with the space featuring a restaurant, wine bar and marketplace offering grab-and-go products.
The Moodie Davitt Report seeks Senior Market Analyst
The Moodie Davitt Report, the runaway market leader in travel retail B2B publishing and events, is creating a senior, hands-on editorial and research role to deepen its analytical coverage of the travel retail, airport commercial revenues and wider travel sectors.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport extends dining offer with automated concepts
The partnership brings established and emerging food brands to Concourse B, offering round-the-clock convenience and greater flexibility to respond to passenger demand.
Hudson debuts hybrid concept combining Trader Vic’s and Plum Market at Oakland Airport
Located airside in Terminal 2, the 6,000sq ft, 136-seat Trader Vic’s outpost offers a full-service restaurant and bar experience, while Plum Market offers fresh, natural, organic and locally-sourced foods in its adjacent store.
South Korean duty-free sales revenues up in August but per-customer sales soften
Nationwide duty-free sales (excluding inflight) rose +4.1% year-on-year in August but failed to keep pace with +11.7% customer volume growth.
Indri brings the festive spirit to Indian travel retail with Diwali Collector’s Edition
The limited-edition Ruby Port Cask single malt is available at four Indian airports and Dubai Duty Free, with just 600 individually numbered bottles produced.
Interview: Talking connectivity, key categories and terminal transformation with Heathrow Retail Director Fraser Brown
Heathrow Airport Retail Director Fraser Brown talks about planned retail transformation in Terminal 4, the impact of recent luxury, travel essentials and F&B brand additions, and the big picture for business amid continuing capacity constraints at the UK hub.
Rajshree Dugar begins new leadership chapter at Gebr. Heinemann Asia Pacific as CEO
Following the leadership transition announced in March, Dugar takes over amid an ongoing restructuring of the regional business and a renewed focus on strategic priorities.
Images of the Day: Savouring a taste of Ireland at Shannon Duty Free
At Shannon Airport, Irish whiskey is a true destination category with an enviable range from all parts of the island, as our latest images show.
