Nordic Markets
SSP posts steady H1 revenues rise and accelerates profitability drive amid “heightened level of uncertainty” in key markets
SSP Group today reported first-half results, with revenue climbing by +9% year-on-year to £1,661 million (US$2,221 million), as the company pushes ahead with a programme to improve profitability, capital discipline and returns.
The Heinemann view – Travel retail’s ‘new normal’, tackling declining spend and deepening business diversity
We feature talking points from Gebr. Heinemann’s recent press conference in Hamburg, at which the company discussed its 2024 performance, growth plans and views on regional and global markets.
Nuxe glides forward with reimagined Huile Prodigieuse Roll-On format
Nuxe believes that the roll-on format will perform strongly in travel retail as an impulse purchase near points-of-sale. It will be showcased via a high-impact pop-up campaign in Europe.
The Marketplace at Stockholm Arlanda Airport wins top Nordic commercial space award
The Swedavia-operated airport has been named ‘Commercial Space of the Year 2025 (under 25,000sq m)’ by industry association Nordic Commercial Spaces & Communities.
Gebr. Heinemann posts +21% rise in 2024 turnover to €4.3 billion despite ‘complex environment’
The robust performance came despite what the leading travel retailer and distributor termed a ‘complex environment’, characterised by volatility and uncertainty across some key markets and a significantly eroded Chinese spend.
Avolta launches two restaurant venues at Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Journey, an all-day bar & kitchen focusing on Norwegian flavours, and Crafts, a gastropub concept offering international favourite dishes, add lustre to the airport’s expanding dining offer.
Avolta extends Helsinki Airport F&B portfolio with sense of place restaurant Nordic Kitchen
The 500sq m airside opening serves 240 covers and features a copper-clad bar, delicatessen counter and à la carte dining room.
Changi Airport wins World’s Best Airport and dining top spot at Skytrax Awards
This is the 13th time in the history of the awards that the Singapore gateway has received the top accolade.
Tallink Grupp posts sharp decline in Q1 traffic; retail upgrades boost Baltic Princess
Leading cruise-ferry and travel retail company Tallink Grupp has said economic weakness and low consumer confidence in the Baltic region contributed to a -12% year-on-year decline in passenger traffic in the first three months of 2025.
Avolta reveals Norwegian bakery concept Mel at Oslo Gardermoen Airport International Departures
The smart new Mel – Norwegian Bakery from the leading travel experience player is a strong sense of place concept featuring Scandinavian-style design and Norwegian flavour.
Images of the Day: Triple whammy opening for Avolta at Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Our latest selection of images comes from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, where Avolta is celebrating the recent opening of two stores and a specialist food & beverage outlet.
Rituals enhances Marketplace offerings at Stockholm Arlanda Airport with Avolta
The Rituals store is the latest addition to the airport’s largest commercial venue, which has gradually opened more than 25 retail and dining outlets since its debut in 2023.
