Ecommerce and Digital Media
The Travel Retail and F&B Superstars Column 2026
We bring back our popular column that champions industry staff – frontline, back office, logistics, management and more.
Zhuhai Duty Free Group extends network with Wanzai Port store opening
Zhuhai Duty Free opens its latest store in the departures zone at the fast-growing Zhuhai Wanzai ferry port as the retailer enhances its regional network.
Turning layovers into lift-offs – Avolta hosts flight simulator experience at Toronto Pearson Airport
Avolta has introduced a flight simulator experience and launched a special-edition whisky at Toronto Pearson International Airport, among a series of events and experiences aimed at engaging travellers over the holiday travel period.
Avolta launches Africa Cup of Nations campaign across regional airport network
Avolta Middle East & Africa CEO Abdeslam Agzoul says, “AFCON 2025 is an exceptional moment for Morocco in particular and for Africa in general, and a strong opportunity to highlight the power of Avolta’s retail capabilities.”
Pernod Ricard GTR and Dubai Duty Free renew Royal Salute boutique partnership
Pernod Ricard deepens its partnership with Dubai Duty Free with the return of the Royal Salute whisky boutique in Terminal 3; a concept centred on ultra-rare Scotch, exclusive editions and guided discovery.
Mitti Café Founder & CEO, the inspirational Alina Alam, to deliver FAB keynote speech in Bengaluru
Alina Alam, Founder & CEO of Mitti Café in India, will be a keynote speaker at the Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference and Awards to be held in Bengaluru on 7-8 July 2026.
Yilin Watch: The Xiaohongshu Report – How CDFG, Lotte Duty Free and The Shilla Duty Free promoted 11.11
Why Xiaohongshu? Because it’s where the Chinese outbound traveller’s journey begins. In our popular new column, Yilin Wang studies how three leading Asian travel retailers expertly tapped the platform during 11.11 — and how their European & Middle East peers fell short.
A festive Journey of the Senses: L’Oréal Travel Retail marks the holidays with seasonal activations
Lancôme, Armani, YSL Beauté and Prada Beauty illuminate the holiday period with activations capturing celebration and joy, making every journey a festive destination.
Estée Lauder joins WanderJoy as exclusive beauty partner
The partnership empowers Estée Lauder to create meaningful customer engagement in Asia Pacific travel retail by embedding beauty experiences within a broader digital and connectivity-led travel platform.
Dior and The Shilla Duty Free dazzle at Singapore Changi Airport with Circus of Magical Dreams pop-up
The Circus of Dreams animation takes centre stage in Terminal 1, delivering a theatrical and experiential showcase of beauty, fragrance and festive gifting created exclusively for Changi.
Travel Retail Norway hails world first with Bitcoin payments for arrivals Click & Collect purchases
The travel retailer said this marks the first step in a planned rollout of digital payment alternatives in Norway.
Blue Elephant extends regional footprint via Starlux and Hong Kong Airport eShop listings
The brand’s eyewear collection is showcased across leading travel retail and ecommerce platforms, connecting with a diverse range of consumers throughout the region.
