The Moodie Davitt Report

TheMoodieReport.com is created by the independent company Moodie International, which has become one of the leading multi-media publishers and information providers in the UK. Since its launch in March 2003, the website has established itself as a vital resource for up-to-date and trustworthy business insights related to the global travel retail market. It now garners more than 300,000 page views each month. The Moodie Report.com originated from The Moodie Report, a weekly e-Newsletter and PDF focused on the travel retail industry that started in September 2002. This was later revamped in late 2011 to become the first e-Zine in the sector.

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“Opening new horizons to the imagination” - Bacha Coffee unveils European flagship on the Champs-Élysées

2 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

FRANCE. Bacha Coffee, the renowned coffee house founded in 1910 in Marrakech, Morocco that has been making rapid inroads within travel retail, this week unveiled a three-storey European flagship on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Bacha Coffee said the prestigious address embodies a new chapter in the history of the Moroccan coffee label as it expands its footprint in Europe. The store offers an expansive collection of 200 varieties, all 100% Arabica specialty coffees, from 35 countries.
Fun and fine chocolate combine as Munz Sportsline premieres exclusively with Dubai Duty Free

2 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

UAE. Swiss chocolate brand Munz has collaborated this month with Dubai Duty Free in the global exclusive premiere of an innovative new concept called Munz Sportsline. The travel-exclusive novelty, which combines sporting fun with fine Swiss chocolate, is available solely at Dubai Duty Free from 3 to 30 April before being rolled out to other key travel retail locations.
Beauty Concepts and Beaute Luxe win contract for multi-category duty-free shops at Goa Airport

2 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

INDIA. Beauty Concepts, in association with Beaute Luxe, has been awarded a contract to operate two multi-category duty-free shops at Goa (Dabolim) International Airport. The stores, one each in arrivals and departures, are scheduled to open in June. The new points of sale mark an important step in the partners’ strategic development of travel retail, they said.
BLR Highfliers 6.0: How Bengaluru Airport reimagined and rewarded its frontline concessionaire champions

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

Prologue: Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) recently celebrated the sixth edition of its pioneering BLR Highfliers programme – an acclaimed rewards and recognition platform for concessionaire front-line teams. The Bangalore International Airport Limited-run airport (BIAL) is committed to creating a travel landscape where passenger experience and commercial innovation go hand in hand, setting a benchmark which it claims few airports can match.
UK government ban of certain food imports from EU poses challenges for travel retailers

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

UK/EU. A new ban by the British government on bringing back cattle, sheep, goat and pig meat, as well as dairy products, from EU countries for personal use is yet another blow to hard-pressed European airport retailers. The move was prompted by a series of foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks across Europe.
Erin Lillis promoted to Travel Retail and Corporate Director Asia Pacific at Lacoste

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

Erin Lillis promoted to Travel Retail and Corporate Director Asia Pacific at LacosteFrench fashion house Lacoste has promoted the highly regarded Erin Lillis to Travel Retail and Corporate Director Asia Pacific. Lillis had been the brand’s Travel Retail Director Asia Pacific since May 2012. She has enjoyed a stellar career with the company since December 2012.
Osborne to highlight five premium brands at TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Camille Bersola

SINGAPORE. Spanish wine, spirits and gourmet food specialist Osborne is set to showcase its extensive brand portfolio at the upcoming TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition in Singapore (Basement2, G19). The company’s participation underscores its regional growth strategy, featuring five premium brands selected for their strong appeal in Asians market, including Ham Cinco Jotas, Gin Nordés and Gin Gold, Carlos I brandies and Montecillo Wines.
Cellcosmet lights up Hainan Expo with Asia launch of limited-edition skincare innovations

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Camille Bersola

CHINA. Swiss cellular cosmetics brand Cellcosmet returned to the Fifth China International Consumer Products Expo (Hainan Expo) last week, marking the Asia debut of two limited-edition skincare innovations – the CellEctive CellLift Serum and the UltraCell Intensive. Continuing its strong presence at the Expo for a fifth year, Cellcosmet also presented its signature and best-selling collections.
How L'Oréal deepened its commitment to Hainan with Expo return

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Camille Bersola

CHINA. French beauty powerhouse L’Oréal made a successful return to the recently concluded China International Consumer Products Expo (Hainan Expo), held in Haikou last week. In its fifth consecutive year of participation, L’Oréal reinforced its commitment to Chinese and global consumers in Hainan, featuring new brands, products, beauty tech and sustainable innovations.
Lotte Duty Free reviewing future at Guam Airport amid profitability drive

3 days ago | moodiedavittreport.com | Martin Moodie

GUAM. South Korean travel retailer Lotte Duty Free has clarified reports in local media that it is planning an exit from its contract at A.B. Won Pat International Airport. Lotte Duty Free told The Moodie Davitt Report, “The contract period for the Guam Airport branch is until July 2026. The operation plan has been under consideration, and no decision has been made so far.