Lotte Duty Free opens first store in Sydney; resumes plans for global expansion
Lotte Duty Free has opened its first store in Sydney, Australia, which marks the company resuming plans for global expansion, according to Forbes.
L’Oréal Paris collaborates with Dubai Duty Free Group to launch pop-up promoting Midnight Serum launch
L’Oréal Paris has collaborated with the Dubai Duty Free Group (DDF) on a pop-up store, open during March, to promote the new launch of the Age Perfect Cell Renew Midnight Serum.
Hainan temporary closes duty-free stores due to COVID outbreak
Three downtown offshore duty-free stores in Sanya have been temporarily closed due to an outbreak of COVID-19 in Hainan, China.
Hamburg Airport becomes Germany’s first commercial airport to achieve CO2 neutrality
Hamburg Airport has become the first major commercial airport in Germany to achieve CO2-neutral operations, therefore satisfying the Airports Council International Europe (ACI) for certification of CO2 neutrality.
Dufry announces strong FY21 results; reports 57 percent organic growth 
Travel retailer Dufry has reported strong recovery in FY21, reporting organic growth of 53.2 percent and adjusted operating profit of CHF 374.9 million.
The Estee Lauder Companies reshuffles Travel Retail leadership as Bottrie retires
The Estee Lauder Companies has announced a series of key leadership appointments following the announcement that Olivier Bottrie, Global President, Travel Retail and Retail Development will retire in June, 2022.
Olivier Bottrie set to retire as the Estée Lauder Companies’ Global President Travel Retail and Retail Development
The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) has announced that Olivier Bottrie is set to retire from his position as Global President Travel Retail and Retail Development, effective 30 June, 2022.
Qatar-based Zulal Wellness Resort to become Middle East’s largest wellness resort
The Middle East’s largest wellness resort is set to open in Qatar on 29th March, which will give a modern showcase of traditional Arabic and Islamic medicine (TAIM).
Lagardere hails ‘world-first’ as Aelia Duty Free eco responsible store opens at Geneva airport
Lagardere Travel Retail has announced the opening of what it is claiming is the world’s first eco-responsible store in the Aelia Duty Free network at Geneva International Airport.
Japan Airlines launches WeChat channel to help J-beauty brands reach Chinese shoppers
Japan Airlines has launched a dedicated cross-border WeChat channel to help J-beauty brands reach Chinese shoppers, according to a report published by Nikkei Asia.
Dufry bags Recife duty-free contract for a further 8 years
Dufry has announced that it has won the tender for the duty-free and duty-paid concessions at Brazil’s Recife International Airport for eight years.
L’Occitane unveils new spa at Sofitel Dubai The Palm
L’Occitane has unveiled the new Sofitel SPA with L’Occitane at the Sofitel Dubai The Palm, joining forces to deliver a wellness concept at the resort.
Chanel joins duty free exodus; pulls out of Busan and Jeju
Chanel has announced that it is to close its Lotte duty free concession in Busan and its Shilla store in Jeju, according to a report published by The Korea Herald.
Shilla 4Q21: sales up 34 percent as travel retail bounces back
The Shilla Group has reported its interim results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021. The Korean travel retail and hotel operator saw revenue grow 34 percent yoy to reach KRW1,129.9 billion.
Shiseido celebrates 150th anniversary with Year of the Tiger collection
Shiseido is marking its 150th anniversary with the launch of a collection inspired by the year of the tiger and launched in time for Lunar New Year, according to a report published by TR Business.
L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific updates flagship boutiques in Haitang Bay with eco-friendly designs and beauty innovations
L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific has unveiled new looks of its Lancôme, Kiehl’s and YSL Beauté flagship boutiques at CDF Mall in Haitang Bay, which includes sustainable designs and beauty tech innovations.
Qatar Duty Free hosts travel retail launch of Moncler’s first fragrance line
Qatar Duty Free has been singled out for the worldwide travel retail launch of Moncler’s first fragrance line, according to a report published by The Peninsula Qatar.
John F. Kennedy International Airport launches new wellness centre
John F. Kennedy International Airport has partnered with XpresSpa and Port Authority to launch the Treat health and wellness centre, according to International Port Review.
Sisley and Air France open exclusive spa at Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France and Sisley have cut the ribbon on a new spa located at the airline’s La Premiere Lounge in Paris’ Charles de Gaulle airport.
The Estee Lauder Companies names VP and GM, Travel Retail EMA
The Estee Lauder Companies has promoted Umair Ansari to Vice President and General Manager, Travel Retail Europe, Middle East and Africa, effective January 1, 2022.
Louis Vuitton said to be eyeing strategy shift; considering travel retail presence in China
Louis Vuitton is said to be looking to open its first duty free store in the luxury island hub of Hainan, according to a report by Reuters.
Shiseido reports Q3 net sales growth of 13 percent; driven by Americas, EMEA and travel retail
Shiseido has reported a Q3 net sales rise of 13 percent, with global growth driven by Americas, EMEA and travel retail offsetting challenges in Japan and China.
Gebr. Heinemann champions sustainability in travel retail with new ‘future friendly: Great for you. Better for the planet’ concept
Duty free owner Gebr. Heinemann has launched a new concept ‘‘future friendly: Great for you. Better for the planet,’ which aims to address sustainability within travel retail.
The Estée Lauder Companies partners with Florida A&M University on program to build next generation of Black beauty leaders in travel retail
The Estée Lauder Companies has announced a new talent and development program in partnership with Florida A&M University (FAMU), which aims to build the next generation of Black beauty leaders in travel retail.
Chanel launches No 5 Spaceship activation at Heathrow
Chanel has launched a new No 5 Spaceship activation in the departure lounge at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Chanel No 5 fragrance.
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