INDIA. GMR Airports subsidiary GMR Kannur Duty Free Services has launched its first duty free outlet in arrivals at Kannur International Airport.
As reported last month, GMR Airports struck a seven-year exclusive concession agreement to run the duty free business at the Kerala airport, the first duty free concession managed by GMR outside its own airport portfolio.
The GMR Kannur Duty Free store offers an assortment of more than 100 premium brands across the liquor, perfume, confectionery, tobacco, travel essentials and souvenir categories.
GMR Airports CEO – Business Development Rajesh Arora said: “As one of the leading private airport developer-operators globally, GMR Airports has a strong track record of creating and delivering world-class airports and airport travel retail offerings, including duty free outlets at major airports such as Delhi and Hyderabad.”
He added: “We are now very happy to be partnering with Kannur International Airport and are excited about the potential. Our aim is to bring best-in-class brands, offers and shopping experience to the shoppers that are on par with the global best. We are committed to becoming one of the best travel retailers in South India by providing unmatched value proposition and enhanced shopping experience to its customers.”
Kannur International Airport commenced commercial operations in December 2018. It is the fourth international airport in Kerala, the only state in India to host as many international airports.
