Nordic Markets
KFC takes wing in Norway after Fly Chicken acquisition
‘Clucking Good’ – Fly Chicken’s popular refrain has echoed across Norway over the past eight years, including at Bergen Airport. Now it is being morphed in numerous locations to KFC.
How AB InBev Travel Retail took FIFA World Cup 2026 to the high seas
Michelob Ultra and Budweiser transformed bars onboard Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises and Disney Cruise Line into floating fan zones complete with events and limited-edition merchandise.
#KickCancerThon update: TFWA’s virtuous cycle; CSA’s epic walk to Aitutaki; Tuli’s trek lauded
#KickCancerThon, the travel retail visibility and fundraising campaign for cancer research, continues to power ahead, well beyond its original time frame of February-April. We bring you all the latest news.
Tallink Grupp posts first-half commercial growth in line with modest traffic increase
A +1.4% rise in revenue year-on-year across shopping and dining closely tracked passenger traffic growth of +1.3% in the half.
Biotherm and La Roche-Posay spotlight destination-led skincare at Oslo Airport with Tax Free Norway
The dual-brand activation combines destination-led skincare experiences, expert consultations and a synchronised 360° media campaign to engage travellers throughout their summer journey.
Avinor issues multi-category retail tenders across major Norwegian airports
The retail tenders cover 30 stores at four airports and carry a sales value estimated at more than NOK4.5 billion (US$460 million) over five years.
gategroup expands Baltic footprint with acquisition of LSG operations in Latvia and Estonia
The addition of the Riga and Tallinn operations strengthens gategroup’s ability to support airline customers acros Northern Europe, while broadening its network in complementary catering and onboard retail services.
A taste of Bordeaux arrives in travel retail as Mouton Cadet and Heinemann debut Les Deux Rives
First unveiled at the TFWA World Exhibition in 2025, the exclusive collection (RRP €30/US$34 for 75cl) will be rolled out in phases across key international airports, supported by dedicated installations and immersive brand experiences.
Copenhagen Airport taps Media Port to advance advertising strategy
The agreement will see Copenhagen Airport upgrade its media platform ahead of 2027, while enhancing its premium portfolio through hero formats and seven strategically located high-traffic sites.
FAB finalists: Excellence across design, lounges, sense of place, digital and Airport F&B Offer of the Year
The Moodie Davitt Report is pleased to announce the find tranche of finalists from select award categories, less than a month ahead of the blockbuster Bengaluru event taking place on 7-8 July.
WHSmith lowers full-year profit expectations amid trading pressures and announces fresh capital raise
The company is revising down its full-year profit targets to reflect declining passenger numbers and weakening consumer demand across all divisions; WHSmith has also announced a new share placement to raise capital.
FAB 2026 finalists: FAB-ulous casual dining, coffee & tea and new lounges in the Awards spotlight
The Moodie Davitt Report is pleased to announce the third round of finalists from select award categories, less than a month ahead of the Bengaluru event taking place on 7-8 July.
