Landlords and Retailers
Red-letter day as Kansai International celebrates Terminal 1 renovation
New arrivals duty-free shops are just one aspect of an impressively ambitious terminal redevelopment.
WHSmith sells High Street division to become ‘pure play global travel retailer’
Leading travel retailer WHSmith has agreed a sale of its High Street division to Modella Capital for an enterprise value of £76 million (US$98.5 million) as it sharpens the focus on its fast-growing Travel division.
Costa Coffee names David Ferreira as Senior Director of Strategic Sales
In his new role, experienced travel retail executive Ferreira is tasked with expanding Costa’s presence in travel hubs in the USA.
From local champions to global icons: China Duty Free Group majors on national brands
CDFG has signed agreements with eight Chinese brands to help accelerate their global expansion, saying they “exemplify the rise of national trends, blending traditional culture with modern design”.
Blue Chip Group expands Memo Paris and Suisai Asia Pacific presence with The Shilla Duty Free
Niche fragrance brand Memo Paris opened its first standalone counter at Singapore Changi Airport this month, while Suisai is launching at Hong Kong International Airport in May.
Penrhos Spirits joins with Lagardère to boost travel retail presence in UK airports
Known for its sustainable, farm-to-bottle gin range, the brand’s winning London Dry and wonky fruit gins are now available at Luton and London City airports, with 5cl miniatures featured in the Discover London store at Heathrow Terminal 2.
Hong Kong International Airport launches tender for bar & restaurant concession
The successful bidder will manage a 456sq m space in the high-traffic Terminal 1 Departures East Hall, located on Level 7.
Blackstone Infrastructure to acquire minority stake in AGS Airports
Leading investment and asset management group Blackstone has agreed to acquire a minority stake of 22% in AGS Airports from AviAlliance for £235 million (US$304 million).
One week left – Deadline looms for FAB Awards and FAB Superstars Awards entries
Winners of the FAB Superstars will be named during the conference, while the FAB Awards recipients will be announced at the Gala Dinner on 26 June.
Be Relax extends airport footprint with two spa concepts at Charlotte Douglas with Paradies Lagardère
The openings include a redesigned space at Connector D and a new location at Connector A, featuring the brand’s signature wellness offerings such as chair massages, innovative loungers, nail care and rejuvenating facials.
Images of the Day: ‘Six awards, six stories of excellence’ – CDFG Global Brands Meeting recognises top partners
The China Duty Free Group 2025 Global Brands Meeting held in Sanya earlier this month closed with a glittering awards ceremony that honoured 80 global suppliers across multiple sectors, spotlighting their exceptional contributions to collaborative growth.
Interview – Talking consumers, key categories and the retail mix at Extime Duty Free Paris
Extime Duty Free Paris Executive President Guy Bodescot assesses how retail spend per head can continue to grow at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, and about category opportunities in beauty, luxury and gastronomy.
