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  • 05/07/2024

    Avolta expands Africa footprint with new ten-year contract for Duty-Free store at Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s new terminal, Lagos, Nigeria

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), leading travel experience player, celebrated today the opening of its new Duty-free store at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, the largest airport in Nigeria and one of the busiest in Africa. This expansion in Africa’s powerhouse economy – and one of the most extensive network of international and domestic airports in the continent – represents a major landmark in enhancing Avolta’s market presence, showcasing a fine selection of products across key categories with a strong local flavor.

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    01/07/2024

    Dufry Sharjah, Avolta and Sharjah International Airport’s Joint Venture, launches first-of-its-kind hybrid Hudson Café

    Dufry Sharjah, the Joint Venture of Avolta and Sharjah International Airport, has strengthened its presence in the Sharjah market with the launch of Hudson Cafè. The café is a first of its kind hybrid F&B and Retail concept at Sharjah International Airport (UAE), made possible through global brand partner Mondelez World Travel Retail. With over 15 million passengers in 2023, and connected to over 100 destinations in 62 countries through 33 international airlines, Sharjah International Airport is an ideal location for the joint venture to pioneer exciting F&B innovations that meet the changing needs and trends of travelers, making the journey as exciting as the destination.

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  • 26/06/2024

    Avolta continues its expansion in APAC, securing a seven-year Duty Free contract at Macau International Airport

    Leading global travel experience player Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) is reinforcing its presence in Macau, the tourism magnet of southern China. The company is thrilled to announce a new seven-year contract to operate key categories in Duty Free as well as General Merchandise at Macau International Airport. The contract marks a significant enhancement of our presence within the Asia Pacific region, covering an additional total area of over 600 m2 across four commercial spaces.

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    25/06/2024

    Avolta brings authentic Italian flavors to motorists in Feistritz, Austria

    Avolta, a leading global travel experience player, announces the official opening of its newest highway restaurant in Austria. Located on the A10 Tauern highway in Feistritz, the newly renovated outlet sets a new standard in highway dining, with a distinct focus on Italian food and beverage standards.

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    20/06/2024

    Avolta’s Café Espresso Debuts in Kuala Lumpur’s KL International Airport, Malaysia

    Avolta is excited to announce the opening of its newest location, Café Espresso, at KL International Airport, Terminal 2. This opening represents Avolta’s 21st F&B location in Malaysia, further solidifying the company’s presence in one of the most vibrant business and touristic hubs of Southeast Asia.

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  • 18/06/2024

    Avolta and DB Schenker partnership pioneers marine biofuel in Barcelona-Miami transport route

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, celebrates its trailblazing agreement in Spain with DB Schenker, the world's leading logistics service provider, for the transport of goods using marine biofuel between Europe and the United States. This is the first contract of its kind in the Spanish market and places Avolta among the pioneering companies in low-emissions maritime transport.

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    17/06/2024

    HMSHost Teams with NASCAR for Newest Dining Destination at St. Louis Lambert International Airport

    Travelers and Racing Fans Are Revved Up to Experience New NASCAR Drafthouse Concept — Now Open in Terminal 1

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    14/06/2024

    HMSHost Awarded “Best Employee Recognition Program” at 2024 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards

    Airports Councils International – North America (ACI) bestows HMSHost with prestigious award in recognition of its culture of appreciation, caring, and inclusion among its team members across North America

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    14/06/2024

    Hudson’s Satellite of Parnassus Books at Nashville International Airport® Named Best New Local Concept at 2024 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards

    Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) awarded Hudson the top honor in the category for enhancing the passenger experience through locally inspired retail

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    11/06/2024

    Avolta grows its Australian footprint, opening the last of six new F&B outlets at Gold Coast Airport

    Avolta is proud to showcase its expansion in Australia with the opening of its sixth and final new F&B restaurant, Hungry Jack’s®, in the domestic terminal at the Gold Coast Airport. As part of the airport’s recent redevelopment project, this milestone marks Avolta’s commitment to elevating the food and beverage experience for both business and leisure travelers. Gold Coast Airport, one of Australia’s leading tourist destinations and the country’s sixth-busiest airport, will benefit from Avolta’s role in its ongoing transformation and redevelopment as the company continues to find ways to make travelers happier.

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  • 10/06/2024

    HMSHost Awarded New 15-Year Contract to Bring Fresh Dining Options to North America’s Sacramento International Airport

    Leader in travel dining will bring a strong flavor of Sacramento to the airport, introducing outposts of locally loved restaurants and national brands, enhancing the passenger experience by transforming nearly 16,700 ft2 of concessions space across Terminals A and B.

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  • 05/06/2024

    Avolta and utu Unleash 25% More Spending Power at Milan Airports with VAT Refund Innovation

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, and utu, a travel fintech company, are launching a pilot programme to maximize Duty-free shopping opportunities by enhancing the VAT refund process at Milan’s Malpensa Airport Terminal 1 and Milan Linate Airport in Italy. The innovative programme offers travelers 25% more spending power by upcycling city-side VAT refunds, aiming to unlock significant airside Duty-free revenue growth.

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  • 02/04/2026

    Avolta Publishes Invitation to its Annual General Meeting 2026

    Avolta today published the invitation to its Annual General Meeting 2026. The event will take place on May 06, 2026 at 14:30 CEST, at Rhypark, Mühlhauserstrasse 17, 4056 Basel, Switzerland. Doors open at 14:00 CEST.

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  • 01/04/2026

    Avolta wins 15-year food & beverage contract at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), Florida

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has been awarded a new 15-year food & beverage contract at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) in the United States, further expanding its F&B presence at the airport with a 500 m2 food hall.

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  • 13/03/2026

    Avolta launches share buyback program

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) launches its previously announced public share buyback program of up to CHF 225 million on March 16, 2026. This strategic initiative aims to enhance shareholder value in line with Avolta’s Destination 2027 strategy. 

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    25/02/2026

    Avolta Expands Award-Winning Eat Well. Travel Further. Program to major US Airports

    Avolta introduced its award-winning Eat Well. Travel Further. Program at Chicago O’Hare and will later arrive at Los Angeles International and Phoenix Sky Harbor International airports.

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    23/01/2026

    Avolta opens first Eataly location in a North American airport

    The opening at JFK’s Terminal 8 marks the first of three Eataly locations planned for the airport, expanding the partnership across multiple terminals at one of the United States’ busiest international gateways.

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    15/01/2026

    Avolta opens new stores at Kualanamu International Airport, Indonesia

    Avolta and Angkasa Pura Aviasi have officially opened a new duty-free Departures store and a walk-through Arrivals store at Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) in Medan, Indonesia, further growing their decade-long presence in the country.

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    Best POP/POS at the Retail VM & Display Awards 2026

    Coty and Avolta’s Burberry Goddess campaign in the UK & Ireland

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    Best Use of LinkedIn (Joint Winner) at Moodies Awards 2025

    Avolta Corporate LinkedIn Account

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    Best Use of Innovative Digital Platforms (AI, VR, the Metaverse) - Retailer at Moodies Awards 2025

    Avolta Digital x Entertainment Innovation

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