Nordic Markets
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.
Tallink Grupp commercial revenues slip amid challenging 2024
Leading Baltic Sea cruise ferry company Tallink Grupp today reported full-year results, with shop and restaurant sales falling by just under -4% year-on-year to €376 million in 2024.
Co-X teams up with Swedavia to launch retail-as-a-service concept at Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Among the featured brands are Diptyque, Mini Rodini, Sandqvist, Mantle, Pixi, Skinome, Ceremonia, Selahatin, Nothing, Teenage engineering, Void watches, Kalevala, Akind, Lace laboratory, Ahlvar Gallery, Residuso, Nikben and C’est Normal.
Nora Norway secures Moomin licensing deal for Europe, US and Asia travel retail
This partnership grants Nora Norway the rights to design, manufacture and distribute Moomin-inspired jewellery, watches, hair accessories, as well as toiletry and makeup bags.
“Danish design” – Aviator Airport Alliance reveals renovated lounge at Copenhagen Airport
The re-modelled Danske Bank-sponsored lounge features touches of classic Danish design and now includes soundproofed office pods and LED screens to provide passenger entertainment.
Aspire strengthens premium lounge offering with opening of OP Lounge at Helsinki Airport
Located in the Schengen area, the opening marks the growing popularity of lounge services at the airport.
Avolta extends Norwegian footprint with F&B contract win at Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Avolta’s range of local and international concepts will span over 2,600sq m, incorporating technology-driven solutions such as 24-hour self-service food walls and QR code ordering.
Tallink Grupp passenger numbers slip -2.2% in 2024
Passenger numbers increased by +2.5% on the company’s Estonia-Finland route and by +8% between Estonia and Sweden compared to 2023, but decreased on Finland-Sweden routes by -15.4%.
