Godiva sales rise +25% at Paris Gare du Nord – 06/07/04

Godiva shop at Paris Gare du Nord
Godiva has been given a 35sq m (376sq ft) shop to sell its extensive range of Belgian chocolates and gifts.


FRANCE. Travel retailer Aelia has reported that sales of Godiva Chocolatier at the Eurostar zone of Paris Gare du Nord station, France, rose +25% above initial projections following the opening of the new gastronomy shop in March.

Godiva has been allocated a 35sq m (376sq ft) shop to sell its range of Belgian chocolates and gifts.

Godiva Travel Retail Manager South Europe William Legallais said: “Thanks to the excellent partnership that Godiva enjoys with operator Aelia, we have been given superb exposure of this new shop.

“The passenger profile, which is mainly British with a good percentage of business travellers, is perfect for our brand.”

Trade enquiries to Gerry Murray, Godiva, at +32 2 422 1790, or fax to +32 2 422 1715 or email: Gerard_murray@godivachoc.com.

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