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    15/06/2023

    Dufry’s Whisky Festival 2023 – An unforgettable journey into the world famous spirit!

    Running for three months Dufry’s annual Whisky Festival is now well underway, with the aim of engaging and entertaining customers with in store tastings, live events and immersive experiences.

  • 02/06/2023 Ad hoc

    Combination between Dufry and Autogrill – Threshold of 90% of Autogrill’s share capital for the purposes of the delisting has been crossed

    Based on the preliminary results of the reopening of the tender period commenced on May 26, 2023 and ended on June 1, 2023, additional 27,801,682 Autogrill shares (equal to 7.22% of the share capital of Autogrill) have been tendered in the Offer. Therefore, based on the preliminary results, taking into account the ordinary shares of Autogrill already held by Dufry and the treasury shares owned by Autogrill, Dufry will hold 94.50% of the share capital of Autogrill. Dufry will therefore be able to delist Autogrill. 

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    24/05/2023

    Dufry launches new Haute Parfumerie store concept

    Dufry is proud to announce the launch of its new Haute Parfumerie concept, with the first store being officially inaugurated at Zurich Airport on 24th May. This luxurious space showcases a collection of the most sought after and premium fragrances, and has been introduced to meet the continuing customer interest in luxury and exclusivity within this category.

  • Lancôme Counter Inauguration_World Duty Free_Dufry 1

    23/05/2023

    L’Oréal Partners with Dufry to Launch Lancôme’s Brand New Store Concept, Rose Agora, in Heathrow Airport

    Lancôme, the leading luxury beauty brand in the world, has launched its brand new store concept for the first time worldwide in World Duty Free’s main store in Heathrow Terminal 5.

  • 19/05/2023 Ad hoc

    Combination between Dufry and Autogrill – End of the Initial Tender Period and Preliminary Results of the Offer

    At the end of the initial tender period, based on the preliminary results of the offer, Dufry holds approximately 87.13% of the share capital of Autogrill S.p.A.

  • 10/05/2023 Ad hoc

    Strong start to the year with 51.5% Turnover Organic Growth in Q1 2023

    Dufry’s successful combination with Autogrill gave a solid start to the year reflecting a resilient market, growing global demand for travel and strong execution. Fully consolidated since February 2023, the combined Group is set to deliver a global revolution in travel experience through Dufry’s Destination 2027 strategy.

  • 08/05/2023

    Results of Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG held on May 8, 2023

    The Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG was held today in Basel, Switzerland. A total number of 86,519,332 shares was represented at the meeting, corresponding to 71.23% of the total share capital of Dufry AG. The shareholders resolved as follows1

  • 05/05/2023

    Dufry further strengthens financing structure

    Dufry has entered into a definite agreement with its relationship banks to enlarge its current Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) agreement by EUR 180 million to EUR 2’265 million. Autogrill’s lending banks have partially participated in the extension (“Accordion” option). The RCF can be further enlarged by exercising the Accordion option up to three times during the lifetime of the facility, which matures December 2027. Based on interest received, Dufry expects to make further use of this option later this year.

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    28/04/2023

    Official Opening for Dufry duty free store at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, Jamaica

    Following the completion of its new 1,586 m² main duty-free store at Sangster International Airport (SIA), representatives of Dufry, MBJ Airports Limited (MBJ) and other dignitaries met on April 27th for its official inauguration.

  • 28/04/2023

    Dufry upgraded by Moody’s to Ba3 with Positive Outlook

    Moody’s Investors Service upgraded Dufry’s credit rating to Ba3 from B1 and changed the outlook to positive from stable. According to Moody’s, the rating actions reflect the strong trading in 2022 and solid recovery in credit ratios, the completion of the first step of the credit-enhancing business combination with Autogrill as well as the prospects for sustainable revenue and earnings growth, with expectations of deleveraging. 

  • 26/04/2023

    Invitation to Dufry’s First Quarter 2023 Trading Update

    Dufry is delighted to invite you to our First Quarter Trading Update 2023 Video Conference Webcast:Wednesday, 10th May 2023at 14.30h CEST

  • 03/04/2023

    Dufry Publishes Invitation to its Ordinary General Meeting on May 08, 2023

    Dufry today published the invitation to the Ordinary General Meeting 2023. The event will take place on May 8, 2023 at 14.30 CEST (doors open at 14.00), at Rhypark, Mühlhauserstrasse 17, 4056 Basel, Switzerland.The Ordinary General Meeting invitation and agenda as well as the Letter of Dufry’s Chairman to Shareholders can be accessed here: 2023 Ordinary General Meeting 

Press Releases & Ad Hoc Announcements

  • 04/03/2026

    Avolta extends concessions for 45 travel retail and F&B stores at Zurich Airport

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has extended its travel retail and food & beverage contracts at Switzerland’s Zurich Airport. Building on a longstanding partnership, the concession includes 45 stores across duty free, duty paid, convenience and F&B, spanning more than 10,000m2 and secures the company’s long-term presence at one of Europe’s leading aviation hubs. 

  • 02/03/2026

    Avolta completes cancellation of 4.9 million shares

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) today announced that it has completed the cancellation of 4,861,342 treasury shares, representing 3.32% of the registered share capital, effective February 24, 2026. 

  • 26/02/2026

    Avolta secures 12-year retail and F&B contract extension at Miami International Airport

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has been awarded a 12-year extension covering travel retail and food and beverage operations at Miami International Airport (MIA), extending its presence across the airport’s North, Central and South terminals and reinforcing a long-term partnership at one of the United States’ busiest international gateways.

  • A girl sitting at a table eating a salad

    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.

  • A group of people standing in front of a store for the ribbon cutting

    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.

  • A group of people cutting the ribbon at the opening of a store

    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.

  • Two men and one woman on a stage receiving an award

    Best Local-Inspired Restaurant (Large Airports) at AX Awards, hosted by Airport Experience News

    The Waterman Fish Bar at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

  • A group of people in front of a wallpaper for a prize

    Unit with the Best Customer Service at Fraport USA’s Awards 2025

    Vera Bradley team at Dulles International Airport

  • A group of people on a stage for an award

    Most Effective Instore Campaign at 2025 FMBE (Field Marketing & Brand Experience) Awards

    The Whisky Social Club activation together with our agency partner, ABM Experience Solutions.

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