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Diageo Global Travel sets out ‘Destination Growth’ vision for spirits category
Through the framework, Diageo Global Travel aims to work with partners across the travel ecosystem to create stronger reasons to purchase and opportunities to increase average spend.
Opinion: Shiseido’s Fran Law on how star power can drive culture and commerce in travel retail
Shiseido Travel Retail Vice President Commercial and Business Development, Travel Retail Asia Pacific Fran Law explores how authentic cultural partnerships, connected consumer journeys and differentiated airport experiences can turn star power into sustained commercial value.
Charlotte Tilbury brings Hollywood glamour to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airports
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has partnered with Dimensi Eksklusif in Kuala Lumpur and King Power in Bangkok to open its first standalone boutiques in Asia Pacific travel retail.
Sazerac swoops to acquire fast-growing Au Vodka brand
Supported by brand representative GMAX Travel Retail, the premium vodka has gained strong traction in travel retail, notably in the UK.
Traveller Socks makes debut at Brest Bretagne Airport with automated retail unit
“Brest is very much our pilot location, with the objective of proving the model before progressively expanding into other airports,” says Traveller Socks Co-Founder & President Vincent Tamagno
Images of the Day: CNSC delivers culture-led retail arena at Fuzhou Changle Airport
Fuzhou-inspired design and locally-rooted merchandise sit at the heart of a duo of new-look stores, as our latest image choice shows.
Priority Pass steps up digital, AI and lounge expansion under £500 million Collinson investment plan
Priority Pass said the funding will support development of its core proposition, accelerate its digital roadmap and broaden the range of travel services offered to clients and travellers.
Lotte Duty Free and Jung Kwan Jang tap K-food and wellness trends with Everytime Royal Hello Kitty edition
The exclusive launch brings together Jung Kwan Jang’s red ginseng expertise and Hello Kitty’s global appeal in a travel-friendly format, adding a giftable element to the Korean wellness staple.
London Supply Group advances inclusive travel with new accessibility services at El Calafate Airport
New accessibility services at El Calafate International Airport include dedicated sensory and nursing facilities alongside AI-assisted indoor navigation.
London Gatwick Airport issues major food & beverage tender
The opportunities include six bars and restaurants in around 3,800sq m of space across London Gatwick’s North and South terminals and come to market amid an exciting expansion phase for the airport.
WHSmith trading update anticipates revenue rise but profits fall in financial year
In a trading update for the year ended 31 August, WHSmith said group revenue is expected to climb by +5% year-on-year though profits look set to fall sharply.
Kérastase and Avolta turn up the gloss with omnichannel São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro campaign
Kérastase is blending personalised hair diagnostics, styling, retailtainment and digital engagement in an immersive House of Gloss experience across two major Brazilian airports.
