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On location at TFWA Asia Pacific 2025 in Singapore
We feature our choice of the week’s highlights at TFWA Asia Pacific in words, photos and video.
Cubatabaco granted US trademark rights to Cohiba after prolonged legal dispute
The US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, in a ruling issued by Judge Leonie M. Brinkema, upheld the US Trademark Trial and Appeal Board’s decision to invalidate General Cigar’s Cohiba trademark registrations following proceedings initiated by Cubatabaco.
FAB 2025 continues to build momentum as more top executives join dynamic conference programme
FAB 2025 welcomes new additions to its speaker roster, including Emirates Leisure Retail Managing Director Murat Gun; London Stansted Airport Retail Director Stephen Martin; Quick Service Restaurant Platform CEO Alessandro Preda; and Fraport AG Vice President of Retail Key Account Management Nina Kristin Gür.
Qatar Duty Free reveals three leadership appointments as it celebrates 25th anniversary
The fast-growing Qatari company names Ewan Lawson as Manager Corporate Communications; Hanno Hellwig as Head of Procurement – Food & Confectionery; and Caroline Sartory as Vice President Customer Experience.
The Moodie Davitt Report promotes Ameesha Raizada to key role of Managing Editor
Her role will include planning, commissioning and editing The Moodie Davitt Magazine and eZine titles; and driving the company’s unrelenting commitment to excellence, innovation and market leadership.
Exclusive interview: Ulike’s Stewart He discusses the opening of a new frontier in at-home beauty tech
In this exclusive interview, Ulike's Director of Overseas Travel Retail Stewart He explores the brand’s global development, technological advancements, international market expansion and cross-border collaborations.
Thélios to make bold luxury statement with exclusive eyewear showcase at TFWA Asia Pacific
LVMH’s eyewear division is presenting the latest designs from its luxury houses Loewe and Bvlgari, as well as the global travel retail debut of its proprietary brand, Barton Perreira.
Slam dunk – Hennessy x LeBron James collaboration celebrates ‘spirit of mastery’ in Asia travel retail
The partnership was brought to life through immersive activations at Singapore Changi Airport with Lotte Duty Free and Hong Kong International Airport with CDF-Lagardère, underlining the shared values between Hennessy and LeBron James.
Nestlé International Travel Retail creates Commercial Development Team led by Joan Moreno
NITR said the strategic move aligns with its ambition to accelerate the growth and visibility of global confectionery as a key category within the broader travel retail food sector.
“A taste of Canadian elegance” – Cosper showcases Absolu travel retail-exclusive range
This presentation features a premium scent collection that reflects the brand’s Canadian origins.
ACI seeks entries for ‘best available innovation at an airport’ ahead of 2025 showcase in Busan
Ten standout entries will earn a spot in Busan to present their pioneering solutions to a global audience.
Laurent Marteau sets up advisory business Luxury & Laurent
Luxury & Laurent will advise luxury and beauty sector brands, company boards, retailers, private equity funds, distributors and agencies.
