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Moodie Davitt Live: On location at TFWA World Exhibition
Welcome to Moodie Davitt Live, our rolling coverage of the TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes, which runs from 27 September to 1 October.
OTG acquires OHM Concession Group in major North American airport hospitality deal
The deal broadens OTG’s North American footprint, adding OHM’s 75+ US airport concessions network while retaining its leadership and brand identity.
Nice Airport enhances traveller shopping with Europe-first click-and-collect marketplace
Launched on 15 September, Nice Airport Shopping gives passengers greater flexibility over when and where they shop, with orders available for collection at multiple points across the terminals.
Zhuhai Duty Free unveils Guangxi’s first arrivals duty-free store at Nanning Airport
The 240sq m Terminal 2 store extends the travel retailer’s South China footprint while creating a two-way duty-free offer for international passengers.
ASUTIL conference to return to Panama in 2027 with ‘Transformation’ theme
The event will build on record recent attendance, with delegate numbers capped and priority registration opening in January.
IAADFS becomes Travel Retail Alliance of the Americas as new identity revealed in Cannes
The newly renamed association will expand its year-round advocacy, insights, education and industry engagement while retaining the Summit of the Americas as its flagship event.
GDF Plaza steps up promotions to capture Mid-Autumn and Golden Week spending
New brand arrivals, islander-exclusive offers, cultural activations and livestreaming form part of GDF Plaza’s push to engage shoppers throughout these key holiday periods.
Qatar Duty Free ranks first in Advantage Group International travel retailer rankings
Qatar Airways Group Chief Retail & Hospitality Officer Thabet Musleh says, “Being recognised by our brand partners is a powerful and touching validation of our vision and the ecosystem we are working hard to build together.”
Highland Park brings second Between You and I: Journeys to Hong Kong with Duty Zero by cdf
The latest chapter of Highland Park’s creative platform sees New York artist Laila Gohar translate her artistic vision into the travel retail-exclusive (TREX) expression, showcased at Hong Kong Airport from 24 September to 29 October ahead of its wider global roll-out.
Cannes confirmed as TFWA World Exhibition & Conference host through 2029
Tax Free World Association has renewed its partnership with the City of Cannes, confirming the French Riviera destination as host of TFWA World Exhibition & Conference from 2027 for at least a further three years.
Shinsegae Duty Free spots scalp care as travel retail’s next head turner amid rising demand
The rise of targeted scalp and hair routines is reshaping the beauty offer, as Shinsegae Duty Free brings new brands and specialist products to travelling consumers.
The Shilla Duty Free Singapore marks 12 years at Changi Airport with beauty campaign and Babymonster prize draw
The Shilla Duty Free is celebrating 12 years at Changi Airport with an October beauty campaign that spotlights new brands and offers travellers the chance to win Babymonster concert tickets.
