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  • Memphis Made Brewing Company_Memphis International Airport

    08/04/2024

    HMSHost Earns Multiple Accolades at 2024 Airport Experience Awards

    Leader in Travel Dining Recognized for Its Innovation and Achievements in Serving Up the Best Bar Experiences for Travelers

  • 08/04/2024

    Avolta Publishes Invitation to its Annual General Meeting on May 15, 2024

    Avolta publishes the invitation to its Annual General Meeting 2024. The event will take place on May 15, 2024 at 14:30 CEST (doors open at 14:00 CEST), at Rhypark, Mühlhauserstrasse 17, 4056 Basel, Switzerland.

  • Shanghai Pudong Wolfgang Puck_   Store Front_Avolta 1

    05/04/2024

    Avolta strengthens its presence in China and celebrates the opening of new Travel Convenience and F&B concepts at Shanghai Pudong Airport

    Avolta strengthens its presence in the China market with the opening of four new travel convenience and one new F&B store at Shanghai Pudong Airport. The installation of four new Hudson stores and the addition of a new Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar at the airport, ranked as one of the busiest in China, is another way that Avolta is working to make travelers happier. With over 54 million passengers in 2023, Shanghai Pudong Airport is a major aviation hub of East Asia, an important element of Avolta’s APAC portfolio and commitment to expanding in the region.

  • 04/04/2024

    Avolta secures S&P Global Ratings Upgrade to BB+ with Outlook Stable

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel experience player, confirms its upgraded credit rating from S&P Global Rating from BB to BB+ with Outlook Stable, as announced by the rating agency yesterday. Based on Avolta’s strong 2023 operating performance and tightened financial policy, the credit rating upgrade also underscores the successful integration with Autogrill which was achieved ahead of schedule.

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    03/04/2024

    Avolta brings iconic Dutch snack brand FEBO to Schiphol Airport

    Today Avolta celebrated the opening of much-loved Dutch snack brand FEBO in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. FEBO has been serving its popular snacks and fries in the Netherlands for 83 years, but today marks the first time the brand has opened a store at an airport in the Netherlands.

  • 03/04/2024

    Avolta proudly announces expanded contract with Norwegian Cruise Line: wins 4 new ships, boosts total presence to 18 ships

    Avolta, leading travel experience player, has been chosen as the main retail partner by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), expanding their presence across nearly the entire NCL fleet and strengthening the company’s cruise portfolio. The major cruise company has awarded Avolta new contracts on a total of four NCL ships as well as renewing its existing contracts for 14 NCL ships. Avolta is kicking off new contracts on Norwegian Viva, Norwegian Prima, Norwegian Star, and Norwegian Encore. In addition, Avolta has been tapped to serve as the retail partner for NCL’s next Prima Class newbuild, Norwegian Aqua, which is set to debut in 2025.

  • 28/03/2024

    Avolta receives Moody’s upgraded credit rating to Ba2 with Stable Outlook

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel experience player, confirms its upgraded credit rating from Ba3 to Ba2 with Stable outlook according to Moody’s Investment Service announcement yesterday. The credit rating upgrade follows the successful closing of the business combination with Autogrill in 2023 as well as the company’s strong 2023 financial performance, the announcement of a balanced capital allocation policy and the solid trading environment in 2024.

  • 28/03/2024

    Avolta pilots partnership to measure CO2 footprint of its Dutch F&B offerings

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, is partnering with sustainability data experts HowGood and PS in Foodservice to pilot a new innovation to measure its carbon footprint within the Dutch supply chain. The pilot aligns with two key focus areas of Avolta’s recently-published ESG strategy: Create Sustainable Travel Experiences and Respect Our Planet. The initiative equips Avolta with a centralized platform to accurately calculate the carbon impact of ingredients used in its F&B stores in the Netherlands. Subsequently, Avolta can collaborate directly with partners across its local supply chain to devise a more sustainable approach to its operations.

  • 27/03/2024

    Avolta embarks on 10-year journey with 8 new F&B stores at India’s new Noida International Airport, grows India footprint to more than 100 stores

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), leading global travel experience player has been awarded eight new F&B concessions for 10 years at India’s soon-to-be-opened Noida International Airport, strengthening its presence in India. With a floorspace of more than 1,200 m2, Avolta brings an exciting portfolio of F&B brands, delivering global and local experience with a strong sense of place. The new partnership underscores Avolta’s commitment to significantly grow the company’s presence in the APAC region, boosting its Indian footprint to include F&B and duty free, across more than 100 stores in four airports and two shopping malls, and with more than 150 POS. Poised to make local and international travelers happier, Noida International Airport has been built to connect the greater Delhi area and Western Uttar Pradesh with other cities in India and the world.

  • Summit House Airport_Calgary airport

    26/03/2024

    HMSHost Offers Travelers a New Dining Adventure at Calgary International Airport

    HMSHost Opens Summit House in Concourse B, Featuring Craft Beers from Local Brewery Banded Peak Brewing and a Diverse Menu Worth Exploring

  • The Burger Federation_Düsseldorf Airport

    25/03/2024

    Avolta opens The Burger Federation at Düsseldorf Airport

    On Thursday, Avolta celebrated the opening of The Burger Federation at Düsseldorf Airport. It is the first time that the leading global travel experience player has brought this proprietary brand, developed specifically for locations with high visitor numbers, to a German airport. The concept offers travelers a gastronomic experience and gourmet burger creations in the ambience of an American farmhouse. With this opening, Avolta is expanding its partnership with Düsseldorf Airport and continuing its growth course in recent years.

  • 25/03/2024

    Avolta adds Cologne Bonn Airport to operational portfolio with award of 17 new stores for ten years, strengthens footprint in Germany

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel experience player, is expanding its presence in Europe, by entering into a new partnership with Flughafen Köln/Bonn GmbH. The contract win sees Avolta open 17 new food and beverage stores at Cologne Bonn Airport, located between the cities of Cologne and Bonn, Germany. With 24/7 operations and access to a population of 17 million within 100km, the new stores, set to begin opening in the fourth quarter of 2024, significantly increase Avolta’s contact points with travelers.

Press Releases & Ad Hoc Announcements

  • 20/11/2025

    Avolta awarded two 10-year contracts at Washington Dulles International Airport, strengthens North American growth strategy

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), leading global travel retail and F&B player, has been awarded two 10-year contracts at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), a key hub serving the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The new contracts will add over 700m2 of retail and dining space in the new 14-gate Concourse E, scheduled to open in late 2026.

  • 30/10/2025 Ad hoc

    Avolta 9M 2025 delivers another set of strong results with record EFCF and deleverages to 1.9x

    Avolta maintains a strong performance with 9M 2025 +5.4% organic growth, 10.2% CORE EBITDA margin and CHF 503m EFCF. October organic growth +6.0% underpins the company’s confidence in achieving its outlook.

  • 29/10/2025

    Avolta wins 11-year duty-free contract at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 8

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has secured its eighth contract at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in the USA. Following earlier Terminal 8 wins in travel retail and food & beverage, this new agreement will see Avolta’s Dufry develop the terminal’s duty-free, taking total space to over 4,400 m2, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to one of the world’s busiest airports.

  • Trophy Best retailer at Meadfa Awards 2025

    05/12/2025

    Avolta recognized with multiple honors at MEADFA awards 2025

    Avolta, leading global travel retail and F&B operator, has been recognized across multiple categories at the 2025 MEADFA Awards, earning Best Retailer, Best Marketing Strategy. In addition to the company’s achievements, Avolta’s Pedro Castro received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his outstanding personal contribution to the industry. These distinctions reaffirm Avolta’s leadership in the Middle East and Africa region, and its continued commitment to elevating the traveler experience.

  • 04/12/2025

    Avolta expands its F&B footprint at Heathrow with the introduction of distinctly British brand Bill’s

    Avolta, the leading global travel retail and F&B operator, has been awarded a new food and beverage (F&B) contract at London’s Heathrow, broadening its presence and strengthening its longstanding partnership with the UK’s largest airport.

  • Bottles of champagne on a table

    25/11/2025

    Avolta brings together the best of English Sparkling Wine at Heathrow with Chapel Down, Gusbourne and Nyetimber

    Avolta, in partnership with Heathrow, is strengthening its premium drinks offer with a unique new campaign in its World Duty Free store at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. Running from November 2025 through to February 2026, the activation celebrates the festive season and beyond, with three of the country’s most renowned producers of English Sparkling Wine – Chapel Down, Gusbourne, and Nyetimber.

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    Lifetime Achievement Award at MEADFA Awards 2025

    Pedro Castro.
    This award recognizes the individual excellence of one of Avolta's long-standing leaders

  • Trophy Best retailer at Meadfa Awards 2025

    Best Retailer Award at MEADFA Awards 2025

    Avolta

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    Best Marketing Strategy Award at MEADFA Awards 2025

    Club Avolta (MEA)

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