The awards from the Indian drinks title included Travel Retail Exclusive Launch for an activation around Chivas Regal 15 Year Old, plus Travel Retail Experiential Activation for ‘Spirit of India’, an experiential initiative with House of Rampur.
The cruise retailer is targeting stronger sales through 300 onboard activations, enhanced product launches and greater investment in shipboard teams.
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.
Retail activities, from shops and restaurants to advertising and car rental, saw revenues dip by -3.6% year-on-year through September, caused by multiple factors including the Middle East crisis, currency fluctuation and a softer luxury market.
Today’s images are courtesy of Vietnam Duty Free as it experiences encouraging consumer reaction and sales to its newly opened stores at Noi Bai International Airport, gateway to the nation’s capital Hanoi.
“The upgraded boutique showcases Montblanc’s full universe of craftsmanship – from iconic writing instruments and fine timepieces to luxury leather goods,” says Head of Travel Retail Europe Jonas Weber-Heyn.
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.
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.
Majorica unveiled its refreshed identity and Mediterranean-inspired retail concept in Madrid as it targets a younger generation with contemporary pearl jewellery.
“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.
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.
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.
