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APTRA sets North Asia Forum agenda featuring host of prominent industry leaders
The 12 November forum in Hong Kong will bring together senior industry executives to discuss evolving consumer behaviour, retail strategy and opportunities across North Asia travel retail.
Sophie Scroggs on how Harding+ is taking luxury fashion & accessories beyond the traditional boutique
Harding+ Accessories Buyer Sophie Scroggs explores how pre-loved, emerging brands and more fluid retail environments are influencing fashion & accessories at sea.
Images of the Day: Bengaluru Airport brings traditional Dasara artistry to the passenger experience
Today’s image selection, shared by Bangalore International Airport Limited, captures the vibrant Naadahabba Dasara celebrations at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, bringing together colour, cultural heritage and festive cheer.
Travel Retail Superstars Awards: Just over a month to go before entries close
Entries remain open until 16 November for the Travel Retail Superstars Awards, which recognise outstanding talent across the airport, airline, downtown and cruise sectors.
Lotte Duty Free strengthens SME sustainability support with fourth edition of ESG programme
Since 2023, the partnership with the Korea Commission for Corporate Partnership has supported SME partners in enhancing their ESG practices through tailored training, consulting and sustainability reporting assistance.
Masra Duty Free expresses deep sadness over passing of colleague in Riyadh Airport attack
“The well-being of our people remains our highest priority, and we continue to provide support to affected employees and their families,” said Masra Duty Free Acting Chief Executive Officer Ian Foster.
Interview: Areas’ Patricio Ramos on global expansion and building the future of travel hospitality
Areas Chief Strategy & Development Officer Patricio Ramos addresses the strategic priorities for the fast-growing travel dining group in this interview.
ARI’s Deirdre O’Carroll on why agility matters more than ever in confectionery
Social media is driving demand for new flavours and formats, but ARI Global Buying Manager, Food, Confectionery & Souvenirs Deirdre O’Carroll says success still depends on value, relevance and strong retail fundamentals.
Cavendish & Harvey adds multisensory twist to confectionery portfolio with two new flavours
Launched at the recent Cannes show, the German confectionery specialist’s two new ranges combine fruit-led flavours and multisensory appeal with premium packaging designed to strengthen travel retail assortments and attract impulse purchases.
Redefining the Flightpath: Paul & Shark’s all-women team on mentorship and lifting each other up
In this episode of Redefining the Flightpath, Paul & Shark’s Silvia Popescu, Chiara Di Matteo and Eleonora Forte discuss mentorship, women supporting women and strengthening fashion’s role in travel retail.
“Putin can’t stop our Kyiv Marathon but we can stop child cancer” – Triumph for unique #KickCancerThon run in Ukraine
Paul Hogan, Founder of PPS Publications and Publisher of The TFWA Dailies, and his son Max today (11 October) ran an unofficial version of the ‘Kyiv Unbroken Marathon’, so named because it has taken place every year despite the 2022 invasion.
Interview: Bateel’s Rupali Arora on storytelling, premiumisation and new paths to confectionery growth
In this interview with The Moodie Davitt Report Associate Editor Camille Bersola, Bateel Travel Retail’s Rupali Arora explains how the brand is combining product, presentation and storytelling to stay relevant as consumer expectations evolve.
