Design and Development
Milan Bergamo Airport terminal expansion boosts retail space
The airport has introduced an additional 2,000sq m of retail space, with the duty-free zone now three times larger than before.
UK government approves Heathrow Airport plan for third runway
The government has backed a Heathrow plan with provision for a £21 billion (US$28.2 billion) privately financed additional runway, supported by new terminal capacity and upgraded infrastructure.
Advisory firm WT lends support to The Mercurius Group’s Airport Retail Fitout Study
Leading international project advisory firm WT has added its weight to The Mercurius Group’s Airport Retail Fitout Study 2026, which benchmarks retail fitout costs at airports across the Pacific region.
Victorinox advances retail strategy with new store design grounded in Swiss craftsmanship heritage
Victorinox is implementing a new store design concept, with Hong Kong International Airport the first travel retail location to showcase the updated look.
Michele L. Larimer named Partner at Silhouette Design Architecture to drive strategic growth
Since joining in 2019, Larimer has become instrumental in shaping the firm’s culture and design approach, leading key projects across hospitality, retail, dining and other high-visibility environments.
Navi Mumbai International Airport to begin operations on 25 December
One of India’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, Navi Mumbai International Airport will start operations on Christmas Day with a limited number of domestic flights.
Sydney Airport calls for bids on five-year A$6 billion infrastructure programme
The successful firms for the new panel and the T2-T3 terminal project are set to be announced in December, ahead of the public consultation on the terminal expansion’s preliminary draft Major Development Plan.
Christchurch Airport unveils high-visibility activation space for brand engagement
The striking space benefits from a high-traffic location accessed by most departing passengers and over 4 million visitors annually.
A lotus blooms: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Navi Mumbai International Airport
“The Navi Mumbai International Airport is a project that exemplifies the vision of a developed India. Its design resembles a lotus flower, makes it a living symbol of culture and prosperity,” says the Prime Minister.
Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3 set for 22 April 2026 opening
The next phase before opening includes installing the 21 security check lanes, completing work on the food and shopping areas, and testing the baggage handling system.
Out now: The Moodie Davitt Magazine & Category Insight
Welcome to the October edition of The Moodie Davitt Magazine, which is accompanied by Category Insight supplements on Luxury Goods and Confectionery & Food respectively.
Aena names stellar shortlists for Enjoy Aena Awards programme
At a ceremony on 29 October Aena will present its commercial excellence awards, including seven for travel retail alongside best airport by category, best travel influencer plus an honorary prize for influential Spanish designer Roberto Verino.
