Asia Pacific
Brisbane Airport accelerates Skygate expansion with Queensland’s largest electric go-kart circuit
Set to open in 2027, Game Over will form the centrepiece of a new 3,600sq m entertainment facility at Skygate, which will also include an eight-lane bowling alley, arcade games, interactive attractions and a food & beverage precinct.
Sydney Airport and Heinemann bring arrivals shopping into the baggage hall
The system gives Heinemann access to a captive consumer rather than one who has skipped the pre-baggage hall arrivals shopping offer in a rush to claim their luggage, clear customs and bio-security and exit the airport.
Images of the Day: Celebrating a joyously (Choya-sly) 112th anniversary
“For 112 years, our journey has been made possible by Ume farmers, business partners, colleagues and everyone around the world who has enjoyed and supported Choya,” says General Manager Seiji Susuki.
“A new face of Vietnamese travel retail” – Vietnam Duty Free opens in style at Noi Bai Airport
The elegant 600sq m shopping space at the gateway to the nation’s capital Hanoi includes an extensive range of international brands complemented by Vietnam Essence, which offers a curated selection of national products.
iPhone 18 debuts at Shanghai Pudong International amid global launch
The updated Apple line-up, including the iPhone 18, debuted today at the CDFG-managed Apple Premium Partner duty-free store at Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Images of the Day: Guwahati Airport gives digital advertising a fresh spin
Today’s image selection, shared by Rupan Mazumdar, Advertisement Lead at Adani Airport, puts the spotlight on the Elliptical Video Wall in the arrivals area of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati.
EVERRICH Duty Free brings Taiwanese terroir to life through immersive airport campaign
The ‘Formosan Terroir’ themed campaign is designed to turn pre-departure dwell time into an opportunity for discovery by fusing Taiwanese flavours, culture, entertainment and shopping.
Shinsegae Duty Free kicks off quarterly promotional push with Chuseok mega sale
The 25-day holiday promotion brings thousands of products, exclusive brand offers and themed activations across online and Myeong-dong stores.
Lacoste and Hyundai Duty Free serve up exclusivity and sense of place with Incheon Airport pop-up
Limited editions, locally inspired capsules and travel retail exclusives (TREXs) take centre stage at Lacoste’s new Hyundai Duty Free pop-up in Incheon Airport Terminal 2.
Yilin Watch: Super Golden Week is coming. What makes Chinese travellers stop?
High Chinese traffic no longer guarantees high spend, argues our acclaimed Chinese columnist Yilin Wang, who says relevant content and human connections can help turn passenger traffic into trust and purchases.
China Trading Desk highlights product visibility as AI’s influence on travel planning grows
In its Q3 survey, the Singapore-based marketing and travel intelligence company found that one in three Chinese outbound travellers surveyed now uses AI for trip planning, with airport shopping still attracting strong interest despite ongoing purchase barriers.
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.
