International
In Conversation: Ferrero’s Roberta Masia and Chiara di Canossa on reimagining confectionery retail
In this video interview, Ferrero Travel Market discusses the growing biscuits category, changing flavour preferences and how digital engagement is helping brands connect with younger generations of travellers.
Opinion: Mondelez WTR’s Joost Rosmuller on the travel retail opportunity hiding in plain sight
Mondelez World Travel Retail Vice President and Managing Director Joost Rosmuller considers how brands, retailers and airports can work differently to reach more shoppers and create value beyond individual product categories.
The Martin Moodie Interview: How CEO Xavier Rossinyol is raising Avolta’s IQ
In a candid and at times deeply personal interview conducted during the recent TFWA World Exibition, CEO Xavier Rossinyol previewed Avolta IQ, the company’s proprietary commercial intelligence engine and spoke about his journey since asssuming the leadership reins in 2022.
L’Oréal delivers “exceptional” third quarter; travel retail returns to growth
A “very positive Hainan” helps L’Oréal to a stellar third-quarter where growth was posted across all divisions and regions with “remarkable” performances from Professional Products and L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty and a strong recovery in Luxe.
LVMH Beauty and Lotte Duty Free strengthen ties in Asia Pacific
Discussions in Cannes have set the direction for closer collaboration between LVMH Beauty and Lotte Duty Free as they explore opportunities across Asia Pacific.
Harding+ targets closer brand collaboration as cruise retail growth momentum continues
The cruise retailer is targeting stronger sales through 300 onboard activations, enhanced product launches and greater investment in shipboard teams.
Puig rises to new heights with record third-quarter sales
Driven by Fragrances and Makeup, Q3 revenue grew +5.6% like-for-like and +7.2% on a reported basis to €1,391 million, while nine-month revenue rose +4.8% like-for-like (+4.2% reported ) to €3,744.5 million.
Kering Eyewear and Jewelry divisions maintain positive trends in Q3 amid flat group revenue performance
The strongest performers by division in Q3 were Kering Jewelry (+12% year-on-year on a reported basis) and Kering Eyewear (+6%) as group transformation and revitalisation of the Gucci brand continues.
In Conversation: Lara Schlüter on Babor’s 70th anniversary milestone and the power of niche beauty
Babor Beauty Group Director Travel Retail Lara Schlüter discusses the company’s 70th anniversary, its forthcoming Hydration & Electrolyte launch and the opportunity to broaden niche beauty discovery in travel retail.
Venchi brings Italian chocolate heritage to The Trinity Forum 2027 as Exhibition Partner
“We look forward to joining the Trinity Forum in Milan, exchanging perspectives with industry leaders and exploring new opportunities to elevate the travel retail experience.,” says Venchi Chief Executive Officer Marco Galimberti.
Interview: L’Occitane en Provence CEO Adrien Geiger on ‘Crafting Life ties’ as the brand celebrates 50th anniversary milestone
L’Occitane en Provence CEO Adrien Geiger discusses how the brand’s 50-year heritage is shaping its next chapter, from product innovation and social impact to the role of travel retail in forging stronger connections with consumers.
Travel retail makes strong contribution to Philip Morris International smoke-free growth momentum in Q3
PMI reported a 1.6 percentage point increase in IQOS heated tobacco unit market share at duty-free airport locations, alongside promising results for ZYN and VEEV in the channel.
