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  • 07/02/2023

    Dufry announces new Global Executive Committee

    Dufry today announced its new organizational structure, setting up the joint company to drive the Travel Experience Revolution.

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  • 03/02/2023 Ad hoc

    Combination between Dufry and Autogrill successfully closed

    On February 3, 2023, Dufry and Edizione successfully closed the transfer of the 50.3% stake in Autogrill S.p.A held by Edizione S.p.A (through a wholly owned subsidiary) to Dufry. Through the closing, Edizione has become the largest shareholder of Dufry. Dufry will launch a mandatory public exchange offer on the remaining Autogrill shares.  

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  • 25/01/2023

    Dufry & Rituals Cosmetics champion wellbeing category growth with five new stores in travel retail

    Dufry in partnership with Rituals Cosmetics, are expanding the wellbeing category in travel retail with five brand new standalone stores, which have been introduced in key locations across Europe during the final quarter of 2022

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  • 06/01/2023 Ad hoc

    Business Combination between Dufry and Autogrill

    All the required regulatory approvals in relation to the proposed business combination with Autogrill, including clearance from all the relevant antitrust authorities, have been obtained without conditions.

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  • 21/12/2022 Ad hoc

    Dufry successfully concludes refinancing of its main bank facilities

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  • 20/12/2022

    Official Opening for Dufry duty free store at Mexico City International Airport

    Following the successful refurbishment of its 1,138 m² main duty free store in Terminal 2 at Mexico City International Airport (AICM - Aeropuerto Internacional de Ciudad de México), Dufry and Mexico Airport representatives met on December 15th to officially inaugurate the store.

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  • 25/11/2022

    Dufry and Puig deliver ultimate Penhaligon’s experience in Heathrow’s Terminal 5

    Dufry and Puig are proud to announce the opening of a stunning Penhaligon’s Fine Perfumery boutique in Heathrow Terminal 5

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  • 09/11/2022

    Dufry secures duty-free joint venture contract at Bengaluru Airport

    Dufry, who has operated duty-free shops at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAB) since 2008 through its subsidiary Nuance, has secured an additional 15-year contract to operate and manage duty-free outlets in the airport’s new Terminal 2. Dufry will be operating these new outlets in a 50:50 Joint Venture with airport operator Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL).

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  • 02/11/2022 Ad hoc

    Strong quarter results well ahead of projections in the 9M 2022: CHF 5,038 million Turnover (+99% versus 2021) and EFCF of CHF 337.4 million, positive momentum continues into Q4

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  • 19/10/2022

    Dufry introduces Mind, Body and Soul shop-in-shop concept at Queen Alia International Airport

    Dufry proudly announces the introduction of the new global shop in shop concept called Mind, Body & Soul at Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) in Amman, Jordan. This innovative new retail concept has been developed to meet increasing customer interest in purchasing healthier and more sustainable products.

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  • 17/10/2022

    Invitation to Dufry’s Third Quarter 2022 Trading Update

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  • 28/09/2022

    Dufry wins new duty-paid contract at Chongqing International Airport in China

    Dufry is pleased to confirm that it has won the tender for a duty-paid contract at Chongqing International Airport in Western China. The five year contract will enable Dufry to operate five duty-paid boutique stores in the airport’s Terminal 3A.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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    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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  • Perth Duty Free opening ribbon cutting

    22/10/2025

    Avolta builds on its presence in Australia with major duty-free transformation at Perth Airport

    Avolta has unveiled its newly refurbished duty-free store at Perth International Airport, marking a significant milestone in its long-term commitment to the Australian market. The transformation is part of the renewal and expansion of Avolta’s duty-free concession at Perth Airport to 2031, announced last year.

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    15/10/2025

    Avolta Dining Venues Named Among “10 Best” at U.S. Airports by USA TODAY

    Avolta announces that several of its US airport dining venues, operated by HMSHost, have been recognized in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards highlighted outstanding performance across three distinct categories, with Landry’s Seafood at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) receiving the distinction of Best Airport Sit-Down Restaurant.

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  • Trophy Best retailer at Meadfa Awards 2025

    Best Retailer Award at MEADFA Awards 2025

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    Best Marketing Strategy Award at MEADFA Awards 2025

    Club Avolta (MEA)

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    Silver Seal of Quality at DUS Excellence Award

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