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Hong Kong International Airport invites bids for local fast-food concession in Terminal 1
Spanning 1,307sq m, the Hong Kong-style fast-food concession is set to operate at Level 8 Departures Check-in Hall in Terminal 1.
Avolta secures multi-outlet contract at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
The contract includes four F&B outlets – Wolfgang Puck Kitchen Counter + Bar, HEYTEA, T9 Premium TEA and Kumo Kumo – plus a Hudson Evolve store and four other specialist shops.
Lotte Duty Free taps Chinese tourism boom with WeChat Pay and GS25 discount campaign
The promotion offers WeChat Pay users exclusive benefits at all Lotte Duty Free downtown stores and approximately 1,600 GS25 outlets in key tourist areas.
Latest South Korean duty-free numbers show sharp drop in sales to foreign customers for first two months
A -26.9% year-on-year decline in sales to foreigners on an +11.8% increase in customer volume for the first two months of 2025 was reflected in a -22% fall in total sector revenues.
The Estée Lauder Companies to face lawsuit over China daigou issues
Shareholders in the action said The Estée Lauder Companies became dependent in China on the reseller trade after the COVID-19 pandemic began, particularly in Hainan province.
China Trading Desk – Chinese outbound travellers return in force with 155 million projected 2025 trips
The China Outbound Travel Sentiment Survey finding for Q1 2025 highlight a surge in high-spending travellers, combined with digital-first shopping habits and a growing demand for exclusive luxury products.
Moodie Davitt Spotlight Series eZine: Discovering Aesop’s sensory-driven approach to travel retail
Welcome to the latest edition of The Moodie Davitt Spotlight Series eZine, where we discover the world of global luxury beauty brand Aesop.
Tasa Meng reinforces sustainability commitment with tree-planting programme in Taipei
One of many activities supported by the Tasa Meng Education Foundation, the tree-planting programme aims to encourage the community to take an active role in protecting the planet.
CDFG unveils CDF Health wellness concept and new brand collaborations at Sanya gathering
At the key gathering, CDFG unveiled over 80 curated products, including customised editions, limited releases, and exclusive collaborations, alongside the debut of its proprietary brand ‘CDF Health’.
The Jessica’s Secret Index cross-category ratings for February
The Moodie Davitt Report is pleased to publish the Jessica’s Secret Index for February covering wines & spirits, fragrances, makeup, skincare, confectionery, bags, watches and jewellery.
From local champions to global icons: China Duty Free Group majors on national brands
CDFG has signed agreements with eight Chinese brands to help accelerate their global expansion, saying they “exemplify the rise of national trends, blending traditional culture with modern design”.
Blue Chip Group expands Memo Paris and Suisai Asia Pacific presence with The Shilla Duty Free
Niche fragrance brand Memo Paris opened its first standalone counter at Singapore Changi Airport this month, while Suisai is launching at Hong Kong International Airport in May.
