Travel Retail and Duty Free Business Intelligence    Monday 20 May 2013

NEWS

China and South-East Asia traffic buoys Hong Kong Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 20/05/13

HONG KONG. A +7% rise in visitor numbers, driven by China and South-East Asia, helped lift passenger traffic at Hong Kong International in April.

Dubai Duty Free honoured for its support of art and culture in Dubai

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 20/05/13

UAE. Dubai Duty Free was named a ‘Patron of the Arts’ at the fourth edition of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts Awards.

Lotte signs delayed duty free contract in Guam but dispute simmers as DFS announces review

Source: ©The Moodie Report; Pacific News Centre - 20/05/13

GUAM.. Guam International Airport Authority announced today that it has signed the speciality retail and duty free concession contract with Lotte Duty Free Guam after a protest by incumbent DFS Group was rejected Friday. But the bitter dispute over the tender process may not yet be over, as DFS announces that it is reviewing its options. UPDATED STORY WITH DFS RESPONSE AND LOTTE STATEMENT.

Armani Group hails travel retail growth amid store opening drive

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 17/05/13

ITALY. Armani has reported double-digit growth in travel retail revenue in 2012 and is underlining its ambition with several new openings this year.

Guam airport rejects DFS protest over duty free tender

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 17/05/13

GUAM The airport authority hopes to sign a contract with Lotte Duty Free "as soon as possible" after dismissing the tender protest.

Lima Airport launches Enjoy, Shop & Fly commercial brand

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 17/05/13

PERU. Lima Airport is rolling out new branding that it will use across its commercial services to promote relaxed shopping and dining.

World Duty Free supports World Hunger Day with Gatwick performance

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 17/05/13

UK. The retailer will host a special preview performance of the charity’s 2013 song by Joe McElderry, winner of TV talent contest X Factor.

Airmall USA Dine Boston Visiting Chef programme to welcome Italian cuisine

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

USA. Airmall USA is to welcome Chef Domenico Fabiano to the Dine Boston Visiting Chef Program at Boston Logan International Airport.

dnata completes full acquisition of inflight caterer Servair Air Chef

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Air services provider dnata has acquired the remaining 50% of Servair Air Chef from Servair, taking its total ownership to 100%.

HMSHost brings a taste of Japan to Honolulu International Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

HAWAII.Travel food & beverage specialist HMSHost has opened Japanese concept Umaizushi at Honolulu International Airport’s main terminal.

San Francisco International readies tender for local merchandise pop-ups

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

USA. Located in Boarding Area A in Terminal 3, the concessions will sell merchandise reflective of the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.

SSP enhances training programme in partnership with Coventry University

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

UK. SSP has launched a new level in its training programme, allowing managers to complete a foundation degree.

TFWA hails turnout at Singapore exhibition; set to consider 2014 venue

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

SINGAPORE. TFWA is assessing Singapore venues for next year's event. UPDATED WITH FINAL 2013 VISITOR NUMBERS.

The Moodie Passenger Traffic Monitor

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Every week as a service to our readers The Moodie Report updates all the latest passenger traffic statistics from around the world, compiled by Jon Elphick. Like everything we do at The Moodie Report, it’s fast, factual – and free.

UNWTO records +4% increase in international tourism receipts in 2012

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. The United Nations World Tourism Organization recorded healthy growth in tourism receipts across both advanced and emerging economies.

Washington Airports Authority awards Dulles car rental contracts

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 16/05/13

USA. The Airport Authority has awarded five-year contracts to Advantage, Avis, Budget, Dollar/Thrifty, Enterprise, Hertz and Vanguard (Alamo/National).

ACI Asia Pacific and Middle East airports end Q1 strongly

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 15/05/13

HONG KONG. According to data for the quarter, Asia Pacific passenger traffic was up +6.4%, while Middle East traffic was up +12.6%.

Award nominations open for FAB 2013 as interest builds in Dubai event

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 15/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. The Moodie Report and sister title The Foodie Report are now welcoming nominations for the Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) Awards 2013.

Grupo Wisa brings La Riviera to Uruguay-Brazil border

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 15/05/13

URUGUAY. Grupo Wisa is converting its acquired stores to the La Riviera concept in the border towns of Rivera, Rio Branco and Aceguá.

King Power Group (Hong Kong) set to open first Sydney store

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 15/05/13

AUSTRALIA. King Power Group (Hong Kong) has created a new division called King Power (Australia) and gained its first concession at Sydney Airport T1.

Nuance set to acquire Lenrianta stake after St Petersburg tender victory

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 15/05/13

RUSSIA. Nuance is set to acquire 80% of Lenrianta LLC, the long-time leading travel retailer at St. Petersburg Pulkovo Airport, subject to antitrust approval.

Autogrill chooses Borsa Italiana’s electronic stock market for WDF listing

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

ITALY. Moves to split the company’s travel retail and food & beverage businesses continue to gather pace with latest development.

Canadian border sales recover as strong airport performance continues

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

CANADA. Land border duty free sales were up +15% year-on-year to C$9.9 million, while airport sales increased by +10% to C$23 million.

Dublin Airport issues tender for news & books concession in T1

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

IRELAND. Dublin Airport has issued a tender for the five-year news & books concession in Terminal 1, currently operated by Eason’s.

Flemingo secures master concession at Tangier Med Port in Morocco

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

MOROCCO. Flemingo has secured an exclusive build, operate and transfer master concession at Tangier Med Port Seaport for a ten-year term with a five-year extension.

Gimhae International Airport to launch duty free tender in July

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

SOUTH KOREA. Korea Airports Corporation will open tendering for the valuable duty free concession at Gimhae International Airport by early July.

klia2 opening to be delayed until fourth quarter of 2013

Source: ©The Moodie Report; Bernama - 14/05/13

SINGAPORE. Malaysia Airports retail subsidiary Eraman announced today that the opening of klia2 will be deferred to the fourth quarter of 2013.

Macintyre Scott Xtra's Ridges-Jones up for transport & logistics award

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

UK. MSX Managing Director Nicola Ridges-Jones is a finalist in the FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards.

MarketPlace Development opens new F&B and retail outlets at Philadelphia

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

USA. The company recently opened Pinkberry, Jamba Juice, Good2Go, Re:Vive, Forever Heather and Stellar News at Philadelphia International Airport.

Sharp rise in retail sales per passenger buoys Aéroports de Paris

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

FRANCE. Aéroports de Paris retail sales per passenger climbed sharply in Q1 2013, helping to drive growth in the Retail & Services division of the company.

Strong Travel Retail & Duty Free continues to buoy Autogrill in Q1

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

ITALY. The company said its travel retail division outperformed traffic trends, especially in the UK and airports outside Europe, reaching €397.8 million in Q1.

Support for the Great Travel Retail EDUCATHLON gathers pace

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Support is building fast for the Great Travel Retail EDUCATHLON with just over six weeks to go until the event (28-30 June).

TAV Construction wins tender for King Khaled Airport Terminal 5

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 14/05/13

SAUDI ARABIA. The US$400 million project includes a 100,000sq m passenger terminal and 90,000sq m car park, as well as other facilities.

CEETRA hosts duty free workshop ahead of Croatian EU entry

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

CROATIA. Key players from across the industry shared experiences and insights ahead of the move to a duty free and duty paid model.

Gerzon to present Guess inflight jewellery collection at TFWA Singapore

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

SINGAPORE. The new collection has been designed exclusively for the inflight retail market, with compact packaging designed for east storage.

Guerlain launches fragrance with Moët & Chandon and Gebr. Heinemann

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. The three parties have been working together on a new concept, ‘Paris Lifestyle’, to promote La Petite Robe Noire Eau de Toilette.

LS travel retail set to debut at Denver International Airport with F&B concept

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

USA. LS travel retail and joint venture partner Doc 1 Solutions recently secured a seven-year contract to operate Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs, opening in 2014.

Momentum gathers for The Moodie Report Charity Ball

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

UAE. Interest is building fast in The Moodie Report’s second Charity Ball, which takes place in Dubai’s Jumeirah Creekside Hotel on 23 November.

Safe Bag International acquires 49% of MDF Travel Shops

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Safe Bag International , a European company that specialises in luggage wrapping at airports, has acquired a 49% stake in MDF Travel Shops.

South Korea government to reconsider arrivals duty free - report

Source: Yonhap News Agency - 13/05/13

SOUTH KOREA. The important development could come in an attempt to boost consumption and curb the outflow of foreign currency.

SSP UK names Barista Championship winner at London event

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

UK. SSP UK has crowned Matteo Pavoni winner of its 2013 Barista Championship, which took place in front of a live audience at Dickens Inn, London.

TFWA Asia Pacific opening conference underlines regional dynamism

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 13/05/13

ASIA PACIFIC. The conference, themed Striving for Perfection, featured important insights from high-profile industry, economic and political figures. UPDATE WITH IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION on the Johnnie Walker House concept.

Burberry launches runway-inspired Spark Eyewear Collection

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

UK. The new range reflects the brand’s bright runway collections, the energy of summer and the “vibrant spirit” of emerging British music.

Catania-Vincenzo Bellini Airport launches retail and F&B tender

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

ITALY. The tender is divided into 15 packages covering 16 stores, with five-year contracts starting late 2013. The proposal deadline is 2 July.

Dufry Group plots 13,000sq m of new retail openings in 2013

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Dufry Group is planning to open more than 13,000sq m of new space in 2013, notably in Brazil, USA, Bali, Puerto Rico and Kazakhstan.

JTI launches Mevius into more Asia Pacific duty free markets

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

SINGAPORE. Formerly known as Mild Seven, the brand has been having a staggered rollout across key duty free markets in the region.

Judge dismisses Duty Free Americas anti-trust action against Estée Lauder

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

USA. A federal judge in Florida has thrown out a lawsuit, which had claimed Estée Lauder had conspired to freeze the retailer out of airport tenders.

Live and online now: The Moodie Report Print Edition for May 2013

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Welcome to the digital, iPad-compatible version of The Moodie Report Print Edition for May 2013, available in full – editorial and advertising.

Sunglass Hut opens first airside store at Hong Kong International Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

HONG KONG. The opening of the new store has been described by the brand as a “major milestone” in the Asia Pacific region.

Travel retailers and suppliers urged to participate in industry survey

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 10/05/13

CANADA. Participants in the Advantage Report - Travel Retail program include executives, senior managers, buyers and category managers.

Changi Airport names winners of latest speciality retail concessions

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

SINGAPORE. Nuance-Watson (Singapore), Chomel and LS travel retail are among the winners of the latest Changi speciality retail concessions.

GRU Airport welcomes new F&B options in Guarulhos T1 and T2

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

BRAZIL. GRU Airport is optimising space in its existing terminals to spice up its food & beverage offer, with the latest addition a Brahma beer kiosk.

Inti Dufree Promosindo/DFS to run six retail concessions at Bali Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

INDONESIA. The six Ngurah Rai International Airport concessions cover a range of categories from luxury fashion & accessories to destination goods.

JR/Duty Free opens Benefit Cosmetics store at Auckland Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

NEW ZEALAND. Benefit Cosmetics today opened its first New Zealand store in partnership with JR/Duty Free at Auckland International Airport.

Qatar Airways wins Best Cabin Crew gong at regional awards

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

UAE. The award was voted for by the readers of the Middle East edition of industry magazine Business Traveller.

The Moodie Report e-Zine: Bali’s new travel retail landscape emerges

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. This week we report on contract awards at Denpasar Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali and Shilla’s acquisition of a 19.9% stake in Dongwha Duty Free.

Westfield continues LAX dining development with new restaurant

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 09/05/13

USA. Leading travel food & beverage specialist HMSHost will operate Border Grill, set to open at the new Tom Bradley International Terminal this summer.

Copenhagen Airport celebrates Danish design with pop-up showroom

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

DENMARK. The live showroom highlights the craftsmanship behind Ole Lynggaard jewellery, Poul Kjærholm chairs and Biomega bicycles.

Copenhagen Airport welcomes opening of H&M Kids in Terminal 3

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

DENMARK. H&M Kids has opened as a standalone department at Copenhagen Airport, supplementing the men’s and ladies’ selection in the existing H&M store.

Delhi Airport opens two speciality retail concessions in T3

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

INDIA.New to Delhi T3, The Lotus House provides a Sense of Place through traditional crafts while Metro Shoes is a familiar national brand in India.

Dubai Duty Free opens dedicated M&M’s zone in Concourse A

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

Dubai Duty Free has opened a new 28sq m retail area dedicated to leading confectionery brand M&M's at Dubai International Concourse A.

HochTief sells airports business to pension fund manager

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

GERMANY. HochTief AG is to sell its airports division to Canada’s Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments) for €1.1 billion.

Luxottica to host first Sunglasses Workshop at TFWA Asia Pacific

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

SINGAPORE. The Luxottica-organised event in Singapore aims to unite top sunglasses brands, retailers and industry partners to share best practice.

Q3 travel retail sales grow +11% at The Estée Lauder Companies

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

President and CEO Fabrizio Freda confirms that the key forces driving Q3 group sales were emerging markets, e-commerce, travel retail, and selected luxury brands.

Rating the retailers: The Moodie Report’s ‘Dreamstore 2013' revealed

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. The Moodie Report is delighted to reveal the results of our ‘Dreamstore’ survey for 2013 through a special e-Zine.

Seattle-Tacoma Airport issues RFP for foreign exchange concession

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

US. The Port of Seattle has issued an RFP for the foreign currency exchange concession at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Strong retail spend per passenger buoys Fraport in first quarter

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

GERMANY. Fraport’s net retail revenue per passenger climbed by +10% year-on-year in Q1 2013, as retail out-performed other parts of the business.

Tourism chief highlights role of duty free at Sanya conference

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 08/05/13

CHINA. Day one of the second China Travel Retail conference was notable for an outstanding contribution from a leading tourism expert.

Bombay Sapphire East wheels out Schiphol Airport promotion

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

NETHERLANDS. A partnership between Bacardi and its partners at Schiphol Airport offers Bombay Sapphire East shoppers a rickshaw ride to gates.

Dufry Q1 turnover grows; EBITDA dips amid heavy Brazil investment

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Dufry Group turnover rose in Q1 2013 but EBITDA margin fell sharply, largely due to an increase in fees at São Paulo Guarulhos.

F&B and speciality retail lead Copenhagen concessions growth

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

DENMARK. Concession revenues at Copenhagen Airport were up in the first quarter of 2013, with food & beverage and speciality retail driving the increases.

Gebr Heinemann creates ‘virtual shopping wall’ at Frankfurt Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

GERMANY. Gebr Heinemann and Fraport have developed a ‘virtual shopping wall’ at Frankfurt Airport, where passengers can purchase via their smartphones.

Heathrow appoints MasterChef judges to assess and improve dining offer

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

UK. Heathrow Airport appoints John Torode and Gregg Wallace of MasterChef as 'official taste buds' - and they challenge the hub to improve the dining experience.

Heinemann Duty Free brand makes Italian debut at Bologna Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

ITALY. Bologna Airport and Gebr Heinemann today officially open the first Heinemann Duty Free store in Italy. The Moodie Report is on location there.

Inti Dufree Promosindo & DFS alliance wins Bali specialist retail concession

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 07/05/13

INDONESIA. Angkasa Pura I has appointed Inti Dufree Promosindo/DFS to operate the specialist retail stores at Ngurah Rai International Airport - Bali.

New Istanbul airport contract awarded to Turkish consortium

Source: ©The Moodie Report; Hürriyet Daily News - 07/05/13

TURKEY. The Cengiz-Kolin-Limak-Mapa-Kalyon consortium will pay €22.1 billion over 25 years to construct and operate a new Istanbul hub.

Dubai Duty Free lends support to golf events in Dubai

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 06/05/13

UAE. Dubai Duty Free sponsored two key golf events in recent days in Dubai: the Dubai Irish Golf Society's Golf Day and the UAE Nationals Cup.

Dufry is awarded Bali International Airport duty free concession

Source: ©The Moodie Report; The Moodie Report VIP News Alert - 06/05/13

INDONESIA. Angkasa Pura 1 has awarded its core duty free concession agreement at Bali’s new International Terminal, to Dufry. UPDATED STORY.

IAADFS hails strong numbers at 2013 Duty Free Show of the Americas

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 06/05/13

US. IAADFS hails strong exhibition and visitor numbers at the Duty Free Show of the Americas, and plans ahead to next year’s event (9-12 March 2014).

Shilla confirms purchase of 19.9% stake in Dongwha Duty Free

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 05/05/13

SOUTH KOREA. Consolidation in the travel retail industry continues as Hotel Shilla agrees to buy a 19.9% share in rival Dongwha Duty Free. UPDATED STORY.

APTRA encourages responsible retailing with new training programme

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

ASIA PACIFIC. The Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association's Responsible Retail Training Programme focuses on customer care and responsible retailing.

Autogrill closes in on travel retail and food & beverage split

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. The proportional partial demerger of Autogrill's Travel Retail & Duty Free business moved a step closer today with board approval.

Changi Airport transforms concourse as ‘Be a Changi Millionaire’ returns

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

SINGAPORE. To accompany the launch of the 2013 ‘Be a Changi Millionaire’ retail promotion, Changi Airport has transformed parts of Terminal 3.

DFS Galleria issues Passport to Paradise destination guide

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

SINGAPORE. DFS Group unveils a new travel guidebook featuring places to visit and shopping promotions for visitors to Singapore, Hong Kong and Hawaii.

Electronics specialist Capi to open new outlet at Berlin Tegel

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

Capi will open a new 55sq m shop at Tegel in July 2013, a move designed to take the company up to the eventual opening of the new Berlin Brandenburg Airport.

Emirates Leisure Retail, MMI named Platinum Sponsor of FAB 2013

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Emirates Leisure Retail and sister company MMI have taken Platinum Sponsorship of the Airport Food & Beverage Conference and Awards.

European airport passenger traffic flat in Q1 amid economic weakness

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

EUROPE. Passenger traffic at Europe’s airports was flat in the first three months of 2013 compared to last year, though non-EU markets were up sharply.

King Power and Furla set to debut stand-alone store at Changi

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

SINGAPORE. King Power International (Singapore), a division of King Power (Hong Kong), has captured the concession for a Furla boutique at Changi T1.

Nuance-Watson (HK) launches Oregon Scientific Sswatch in world first

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

HONG KONG. Nuance-Watson (HK) becomes the first airport retailer to launch Sswatch by Oregon Scientific, the world’s first multi-sports intelligent watch.

OTG opens globally inspired dining concept at Minneapolis-St Paul

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

USA. Travel restaurateur OTG Management this week opened its second MinniBar location at Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport Concourse G.

Pernod Ricard and British Airways open luxury whisky bar at Glasgow

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

SCOTLAND. Pernod Ricard Travel Retail Europe has opened The Glenlivet Whisky Bar and Snug at the British Airways Executive Lounge at Glasgow Airport.

Plaza Premium opens second lounge at Penang International

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

MALAYSIA. Plaza Premium opens a second pay-in lounge at Penang Airport’s International Departure Hall; it already has one in the Domestic Hall.

The Loop at Dublin Airport marks Mexican national day

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

IRELAND. ARI Ireland and its retail brand The Loop are marking Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo (5 May) national holiday with a special campaign.

Treasury Wine Estates makes key EMEA management appointments

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. OIiver Horn to move from New Zealand to Europe at Treasury Wine Estates while Adam Withrington will join as Senior PR Manager.

Women in Travel to meet at TFWA Asia Pacific for charity update

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 03/05/13

Members of Women in Travel (WiT) will be meeting at the TFWA Asia Pacific Bar after the conference and workshops on Monday, 13 May, courtesy of TFWA.

Global air passenger travel shows strong demand growth in March

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 02/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Global airline passenger traffic posted a healthy rise of +5.9% year-on-year in March, driven by emerging markets growth, says IATA.

Malaysia Airports' Touch Campaign recognised for Marketing Excellence

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 02/05/13

MALAYSIA. The airport company’s acclaimed Touch Campaign, which focuses on world-class customer service, has clinched two prestigious awards.

Mineta San José International Airport launches free smartphone app

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 02/05/13

US. The new app from FlySmart offers real-time flight notifications and airport information, as well as listings for concessions, for iPhone, iPad, Android and BlackBerry users.

Oakley becomes the official sports brand of The Moodie Report

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 02/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Oakley, synonymous with sporting endeavour worldwide, has signed an innovative new partnership with The Moodie Report.

The Estée Lauder Companies reports stable Q3 performance

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 02/05/13

Travel retail delivers once again, but difficult economic conditions and competitive pressures in South Korea had an impact – and are expected to continue.

The Moodie Report e-Zine: Flemingo plots ambitious expansion drive

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 02/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Welcome to The Moodie Report e-Zine, travel retail's fastest-growing title. As always we review the week's big stories, with comment and analysis. We muse on Flemingo Group’s plans to raise another US$50 million as it moves closer to an IPO next year – and assess the company’s ambitions to be seen as the travel retail industry’s emerging markets specialist. We hail World Duty Free Group’s newly launched WhiskyFest, round up the major industry results news from recent days, plus there's much, much more.

Dan Cappell leaves Abu Dhabi Airports Company to join Australia Pacific Airports in Melbourne in key commercial post

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 01/05/13

UAE/AUSTRALIA. Abu Dhabi Airports Company Vice President of Non Aeronautical Revenue and Business Dan Cappell is leaving the group to join Australia Pacific Airports, operator of Melbourne and Launceston Airports, as General Manager Retail & Car Parks.

Dufry Group Chief Executive Officer Julián Díaz joins board of directors

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 01/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Dufry AG has confirmed that Dufry Group CEO Julián Díaz González has joined its Board of Directors, as a new Board member.

Duty Free Americas announces Chilean market entry at Iquique

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 01/05/13

CHILE. The Falic Group-controlled Duty Free Americas is entering the Chilean market, with three stores at Mall Zofri in Iquique to open by early 2014.

Flemingo firms up IPO plans; set to secure further US$50 million funding

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 01/05/13

INTERNATIONAL. Flemingo is on track for an IPO on the New York Stock Exchange in late 2014, depending on conditions, according to CEO Atul Ahuja.

Abu Dhabi Duty Free expands luxury offer with new boutiques

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

ABU DHABI. Abu Dhabi Airports Company has relocated and expanded the Burberry boutique in Terminal 3 and opened a new Emporio Armani boutique.

ARI boosts Dublin Airport Authority profits in 2012; hails Indian surge

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

IRELAND. Aer Rianta International (ARI) generated profits of €27.4 million in 2012, parent company Dublin Airport Authority said today.

Center Bar at Zürich Airport to be enhanced with Caviar House selection

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

SWITZERLAND. The SSP-run Center Bar at Zürich Airport will be enhanced with a wide range of food items from the Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar assortment.

Dubrovnik Airport posts double-digit retail sales growth in record 2012

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

CROATIA. Dubrovnik Airport travel retail sales hit €11.3 million in 2012, up by +11.6% year-on-year and a new record for the business.

First restaurant unveiled in new line-up at Chicago O'Hare T5

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

USA. Mexican concept Tortas Frontera from Areas USA marks the first new restaurant to open in the terminal since it started operations in 1993.

Fun and games as So Chocolate opens second shop at Changi Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

A second So Chocolate shop opens in Changi T3 with a Godiva corner as a new digital game wall installation is added to the new-look 304sq m T1 store.

HNDF anticipates National Holiday sales surge 美兰免税店蓄势以待五一黄金周业绩增长五成

Source: ©The Moodie Report China* - 30/04/13

CHINA. The retailer expects sales to grow by +50% at its Haikou Airport stores over the three-day holiday. 美兰机场免税店期待国庆节销售业绩增长五成。

Japanese daily spend eases in Hawaii as softer Yen kicks in

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

USA (HAWAII). Arrivals from Japan increased by +4.3% in March but a softening Yen had a clear impact on spending patterns, including shopping.

Moodie Charity Ball secures reduced rates for hotel bookings

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

UAE. Bookings are open for The Moodie Report's annual Charity Ball at the Dubai Duty Free-owned Jumeirah Creekside Hotel in Dubai on 23 November.

Pernod Ricard creates Asia travel retail unit, makes appointments

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

Pernod Ricard Asia Travel Retail incorporates the duty free activities of Pernod Ricard China and Pernod Ricard Japan with Pernod Ricard Asia Duty Free.

The Moodie Report China April out now; 第七期《穆迪报道•中国》现已发行

Source: ©The Moodie Report China - 30/04/13

CHINA. The Moodie Report China features L’Oréal’s China-focused growth strategy and Copenhagen Airports research into Chinese shopper behaviour.

Viktor & Rolf taps into fragrance demand at UK airports

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

L’Oréal Luxe Travel Retail has created an eye-catching – and toe-tapping – animation to promote its pillar Viktor & Rolf fragrances, Flowerbomb and Spicebomb.

Yves Saint Laurent toasts success of L’Homme with LAX animation

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 30/04/13

Last month, at Los Angeles International Airport, Yves Saint Laurent staged a promotion featuring a cocktail bar, to promote its pillar L’Homme franchise.

Airport International Group sponsors Umrah pilgrimage for orphaned youth

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

JORDAN. 59 beneficiaries from the Al-Aman Fund for the Future of Orphans had the chance to perform Umrah pilgrimage as part of AIG's CSR initiative.

Denver International Airport issues RFP for two duty free/duty paid stores

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

US. City and County of Denver Department of Aviation has issued a Request for Proposals for a concession covering two duty free/duty paid locations.

Dolce & Gabbana colour cosmetics make debut at Beirut Duty Free

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

Beirut Duty Free General Manager Ciaran O’Neill commented: “We are delighted to be the first airport duty free to list Dolce & Gabbana make-up.”

Easter holiday drives Asia Pacific international traffic in March

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

ASIA PACIFIC. International passengers on Asia Pacific airlines grew by +7.4% to 18.6 million in March, driven by leisure travel during the Easter holiday period.

Landside sales growth outpaces airside at Zürich Airport in March

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

SWITZERLAND. Commercial turnover at Zürich Airport rose sharply in March, with airside and landside sales growing by +5.9% and +9.6% respectively.

Record exhibitor and visitor numbers expected at TFWA Asia Pacific 2013

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

ASIA PACIFIC. The number of registrants for the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition has now exceeded the number at the same stage last year by +5%.

Record month for Dubai International as traffic hits 5.8 million in March

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 29/04/13

UAE. Passenger traffic surged +20.6% to 5.8 million in March – the fourth consecutive month with over 5 million passengers and double-digit growth.

Brisbane Airport issues Request for Proposals for world’s best watch retailers

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 28/04/13

AUSTRALIA. Brisbane Airport Corporation is seeking the world’s best travel retail operators to participate in an RFP for a watches concession.

Guam duty free award to Lotte is suspended amid DFS protest

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 26/04/13

GUAM. Guam International Airport Authority suspends awarding its duty free concession to recommended bidder Lotte amid a protest by incumbent DFS.

Shopper’s Stop opens latest airport store at Delhi Terminal 3

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 26/04/13

The new fashion-led store is the Indian retailer's third airport outlet and will feature a range of premium national and international brands.

WDFG opens first Collection store in Spain at Palma de Mallorca Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 26/04/13

SPAIN. The fashion store is one of the first to be developed following World Duty Free Group’s victory in the AENA tender last year.

DFS protest over Guam duty free decision could run for some time

Source: ©The Moodie Report; Pacific Daily News; Kuam News - 25/04/13

GUAM. DFS Group's protest over the airport duty free tender could be a long-running affair. UPDATED STORY with Lotte reaction.

Global Blue notes shift in Chinese spending habits overseas

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

INTERNATIONAL. The tax refund specialist believes retailers will ultimately benefit from Chinese travellers moving away from group travel arrangements.

Love Da Popcorn to make travel retail debut with inflight listing

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

The new snacking brand, which successfully won backing through British TV show Dragons' Den, is targeting inflight retail channels.

Nuance unveils latest Duty Free Store concept at Stockholm-Arlanda T2

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

SWEDEN. Nuance has revealed its latest retail execution at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport Terminal 2 as it rolls out the Duty Free Store concept across the country.

Pernod Ricard buoyed by duty free and emerging markets in third quarter

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

Duty free and emerging markets (China +11%, India +17% and Russia +19%) stood out for drinks giant Pernod Ricard in its first nine months results.

SSP celebrates Helsinki with new chef-led menu at Vantaa Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

FINLAND. Leading Finnish chef Michael Björklund created the menu for Fly Inn Restaurant and Deli to celebrate his birthplace - Åland island.

SSP named Platinum Sponsor at 2013 FAB Conference and Awards

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

INTERNATIONAL. SSP has been named a Platinum Sponsor of the third annual Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) Conference and Awards in Dubai.

Tallinn Airport launches F&B tenders via The Foodie Report

Source: ©The Foodie Report* - 25/04/13

ESTONIA. The airport is seeking concessionaires to operate two food & beverage concepts in its airside Schengen lounge under six-year contracts.

The Moodie Report e-Zine 25 April; incorporating The Foodie Report

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

INTERNATIONAL. Welcome to The Moodie Report e-Zine. This edition includes our popular monthly title The Foodie Report.

Vienna Airport extends Heinemann contract amid major expansion

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 25/04/13

AUSTRIA. Vienna Airport has extended its concession with Gebr Heinemann and struck deals with other partners amid big commercial investment.

Changi Airport to break ground on new T4 in fourth quarter

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 24/04/13

SINGAPORE. Changi Airport Group has appointed an architect and design consortium to pilot its Terminal 4 project, with groundbreaking set for Q4.

Collaboration and innovation lead agenda at ACI Europe event

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 24/04/13

EUROPE. The 22nd annual ACI Europe Trading Conference began on Tuesday in Hamburg, with the theme of industry cooperation central.

Copenhagen Airport makes services push for Chinese passengers

Source: ©The Moodie Report China* - 24/04/13

DENMARK. The hub is rolling out Chinese language version of its apps and digital tools, while also introducing Chinese-speaking guides.

Flemingo subsidiary Baltona upgrades shop at Montpellier Airport

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 24/04/13

FRANCE. The 250sq m walkthrough store was refurbished by the Polish retailer as part of a wider redevelopment of Montpellier Airport.

Heathrow Airport grows retail income but growth rate slows

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 24/04/13

UK. Heathrow Airport has reported modest rises in retail income and net retail income per passenger year-on-year during the first quarter of 2013.

Munich Airport opens new care and playing area for children

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 24/04/13

GERMANY. The new facility offers parents the chance to explore the airport while their children are looked after and entertained.

ACI Asia-Pacific 2013 Annual Conference opens in Phuket

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

THAILAND. Hosted by Airports of Thailand, the event is built around the theme of sustainability and expanding aviation beyond boundaries.

Changi passenger traffic boosted by Good Friday weekend in March

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

SINGAPORE. Changi Airport recorded its highest passenger traffic ever for the month of March with 4.61 million passenger movements (+7.7%).

Chinese arrivals overtake Japanese in South Korean power shift

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

SOUTH KOREA. We present the latest numbers in a preview of a major Korean report to be published in the May issue of The Moodie Report Print Edition.

DFS files protest over the process of retail contract awarding in Guam

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

GUAM. DFS cited concerns over the regularity and transparency of the process of awarding the concessions at A.B. Won Pat International Airport.

DFS takes shoppers on Passage to Paradise with global campaign

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

INTERNATIONAL. DFS Group transforms its Gallerias around the world as it embarks on a vivid global campaign for Spring/Summer 2013.

Dufry completes acquisition of Folli Follie travel retail stake

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

GREECE. Dufry has this week completed the transaction to acquire 51% of the travel retail business of Folli Follie Group, for €200.5 million.

Hudson Group and Dunkin' Brands partner for Dallas Love Field F&B offer

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

USA. The joint venture opened two Dunkin' Donuts restaurants and one Baskin-Robbins store at the renovated Dallas Love Field Airport.

Swedavia inaugurates renovated Terminal 2 at Stockholm Arlanda

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

SWEDEN. A new passenger lounge and a renewed commercial offer are among the highlights of the SEK400 million (US$60.5 million) revamp.

Treasury Wine Estates makes Asian travel retail appointment

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 23/04/13

ASIA. The winemaker has appointed Michele Tan as its Asia Travel Retail Manager as it seeks to boost its presence in the region.

Auckland Airport partners Weibo to drive New Zealand tourism and trade

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

NEW ZEALAND. Auckland Airport partners China’s leading social media website to promote New Zealand tourism related businesses and air services to an audience of over 500 million.

Bacardi launches Glen Deveron as travel retail exclusive with WDFG

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

The Glen Deveron, Royal Burgh Collection will go on sale exclusively through World Duty Free Group stores at the end of the month.

Beijing Airport Commercial and Trading Co wins major quality accolade

Source: ©The Moodie Report China* - 22/04/13

CHINA.. Beijing Capital Airport Commercial and Trading Co (ACT) has been awarded the prestigious Beijing Quality Award for 2013.

Denver International Airport to bring F&B and retail to gate holdrooms

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

USA. The Denver Department of Aviation is seeking Statements of Qualifications to provide F&B and retail services at Denver International Airport gate holdrooms.

International traffic at Thai airports surge over +20% in March

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

THAILAND. Airports of Thailand records a +20.99% rise in international passenger traffic in March, driven by a strong performance at Suvarnabhumi Airport.

Mouton Cadet named Official Supplier to 2014 and 2018 Ryder Cups

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

EUROPE. The Baron Philippe de Rothschild brand will be visible at the next two European editions of golf’s Ryder Cup.

Persian Duty Free looking to build on first ever New Year promotion

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

IRAN. The retailer, which operates at Imam Khomeini International Airport, will end its 'New Year Delights' promotion at the end of the month.

Strict 'green' policy set out for O’Hare and Midway concessionaires

Source: ©The Foodie Report - 22/04/13

USA. F&B concessionaires at the two airports have until the end of the year to adopt and implement the new policy.

The Moodie Report clarifies publishing market share claims

Source: ©The Moodie Report - 22/04/13

INTERNATIONAL. The Moodie Report today dismissed recent inaccurate market share claims by a competitor.