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Travel retail among PMI’s top-performing IQOS markets in Q2 as smoke-free product contribution climbs
Travel retail was one of PMI's strongest smoke-free channels as the company reported robust second-quarter and first-half 2026 results, driven by IQOS, VEEV and ZYN.
Avolta strikes eight-year airport duty-free contract extension in Aruba
The agreement, which will span the expansion and development of new terminals, builds on a 30-year-plus partnership with Aruba Airport Authority.
Harding+ names former SSP senior executive Jeremy Fennell as CEO; Chris Matthews steps into new role
Fennell, who was was most recently Group Chief Operating Officer at travel food & beverage powerhouse SSP Group, steps into the CEO role from October as Chris Matthews becomes Executive Director.
Mondelez WTR and Extime Duty Free bring Toblerone’s ‘Never Square’ spirit to Paris airports
Mondelez WTR Vice President and Managing Director Joost Rosmuller says, “We’re showing that when visibility feels personal to the place, it becomes engagement — and that’s what gives the category room to grow.”
F&B up, duty free flat, luxury down – Heathrow Airport reports mixed first-half picture for key commercial categories
A Heathrow statement says the +2.2% retail revenue increase was supported “by continued demand for premium services, increased food & beverage sales with new outlets and a boost in bookshop revenues.”
Registration opens for APTRA North Asia Forum in Hong Kong
The Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association has revealed early details for the event, which will take place Hopewell Hotel in Wan Chai, Hong Kong on 12 November 2026.
Championing Kiwi creators: Auckland Airport unveils Gifts of New Zealand Request for Proposals
“We are seeking partners who respect the stories behind the products, champion New Zealand creators and makers, and place the customer at the centre of their decisions.” So says Auckland Airport as it issues an RFP for a category long integral to the shopping offer.
CAVU reveals top-tier Executive by Escape Lounges concept in Manchester Airport Terminal 2
The new premium lounge brand from CAVU has been designed to reflect Manchester through locally inspired interiors, artwork and collaborations with regional food & beverage producers.
Shinsegae Duty Free boosts summer promotions with group traveller rewards at Myeong-dong store
Complementing its ongoing ‘Escape into Summer’ campaign, Shinsegae Duty Free has launched a new initiative offering tiered shopping rewards for groups of travellers while showcasing the Myeong-dong store’s diverse retail offering.
Tallink Grupp posts first-half commercial growth in line with modest traffic increase
A +1.4% rise in revenue year-on-year across shopping and dining closely tracked passenger traffic growth of +1.3% in the half.
Images of the Day: FAB Superstars winner Anne Blessing Wambui’s surprise visitor at DXB
Today’s images come from MMI & Emirates Leisure Retail Group CEO Tyrone Reid via LinkedIn, as he visited the Star Individual Middle East & Africa – Front of House winner from the 2026 FAB Superstars Awards.
Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club opens at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport with first network whiskey lounge
Opened in partnership with Airport Dimensions, the high-class 18,000sq ft hospitality facility also features Peloton wellness content, premium amenities including showers, rest pods and Face Haus treatments, alongside locally inspired Texas dining and design.
