Landlords and Retailers
Don’t miss out: Two weeks to go before Travel Retail Superstars Awards 2026 entries close
The 16 November entry deadline is approaching for awards that will bring travel retail’s outstanding performers into the spotlight in Antalya on 3-4 June.
Heinemann Italia secures Bari Airport duty-free contract extension and plans 1,000sq m-plus store
The travel retailer posted a +21.5% sales rise in January–September as it prepares to expand its Bari Airport offer, retaining a strong focus on regional products.
Plaza Premium Group reveals US$20 million Australian lounge investment
The programme includes a new lounge in Sydney Airport Terminal 2, a complete rebuild of its Brisbane international lounge and a domestic lounge at Cairns Airport.
APTRA North Asia Forum nears capacity ahead of Hong Kong event
The afternoon forum and evening networking programme will bring together airports, retailers, brands and research specialists to examine changing consumer behaviour across North Asia and its implications for travel retail.
Airports of Thailand considers downsizing Suvarnabhumi duty-free footprint under new masterplan
The airport company is reassessing its use of retail space in response to weak duty-free performance and changing passenger needs as the travel hub embarks on an expansion programme targeting 120 million passengers annually.
New growth models and duty-free innovation in focus at key Chinese airport commercial summit
The well-attended event, held in Urumqi, highlighted emerging partnership models and retail concepts aimed at strengthening commercial performance across China’s airports.
All-star: Oriental Club Lounge supervisor Miao Shu-na wins global Priority Pass award
The award marks the airport lounge’s third consecutive year of international recognition as it targets 500,000 guests in 2026.
Strange Nature gains landmark Americas travel retail listing with 3Sixty Duty Free
The agreement represents Strange Nature’s first foray into the Americas, building off the back of rapidly growing travel retail distribution across Oceania, Asia and the Middle East.
Oman Duty Free and China Duty Free International sign travel retail cooperation MoU
The agreement aims to develop Oman Duty Free’s business by attracting leading global brands to the Sultanate of Oman and supporting the Middle East retailer’s international expansion.
Global Blue establishes Cash Japan at Japanese airports as new tax-free shopping refund system kicks in
Japan’s new tax-refund system aims to simplify refunds for international shoppers and unlock further on-airport spending before departure.
Plaza Premium expands African footprint with Dar es Salaam lounge
The 86-passenger facility combines business amenities with a Tanzanian menu showcasing coastal Swahili dishes and locally sourced ingredients.
Interview: Thélios’ Alessandro Eucaliptus puts luxury service at the heart of eyewear growth
“Our job is to deliver luxury,” says Thélios Head of Global Travel Retail Alessandro Eucaliptus as he highlights the role of tailored service, Asian-fit eyewear and brand-led activations in supporting the group’s travel retail growth.
