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31/08/2019
Glen Garioch 1997, Cask 91, Exclusively Available at World Duty Free

World Duty Free has partnered with Glen Garioch®, one of Scotland’s oldest whisky distilleries, for a limited-edition expression that will only be available at Aberdeen Airport

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23/08/2019

Dufry opens first border duty-free shop in Brazil

Dufry officially opened yesterday its first Brazil duty-free border shop with a retail space of 850 m². The shop offers an assortment of prestige international brands similar to those seen in Dufry's airport shops around the world. Uruguaiana is one of the most important cities in the South of Brazil, at the border to Argentina.

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14/08/2019
Barcelona Duty Free showcases the launch of Milka’s “Share Your Kindness” campaign

Milka delivers a simple, yet important, reminder to travelers passing through Barcelona Duty Free: be kind

Read more Barcelona Duty Free showcases the launch of Milka’s “Share Your Kindness” campaign
06/08/2019
Lindt & Sprüngli Brings Magic to Millennials in selected Dufry-operated stores in Key Holiday Destinations

The Travel the World campaign is already being promoted Zurich, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo Airports and is set to roll out to Dufry stores in the UK and Spain

Read more Lindt & Sprüngli Brings Magic to Millennials in selected Dufry-operated stores in Key Holiday Destinations
31/07/2019
World Duty Free exclusive Amouage launch

The fragrance, created in homage to International Women's Day, will only be available at Heathrow this summer

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30/07/2019

Dufry reports ongoing improvement in organic growth and resilient cash generation in the first half of 2019

Dufry posted steady turnover in the first half of 2019 reaching CHF 4,180.1 million driven by organic growth of 2.2%. Growth accelerated in the second quarter, propelled by improved like-for-like performance with the trend continuing in the first weeks of July. Adjusted operating cash flow was CHF 409.0 million. Dufry confirms the Equity Free Cash Flow target of CHF 350-400 million for the full-year 2019 and the medium term organic growth target of 3% to 4%.

Read more Dufry reports ongoing improvement in organic growth and resilient cash generation in the first half of 2019
25/07/2019
World Duty Free launches exclusive Ian Macleod Distillers’ Tamdhu Single Cask

Hand-picked by members of the Dufry team the Tamdhu Single Cask is limited to only 595 bottles

Read more World Duty Free launches exclusive Ian Macleod Distillers’ Tamdhu Single Cask
22/07/2019
Dufry and The Macallan Unveil a Stunning New Heathrow Terminal 5 Boutique

The Boutique, which has been developed in partnership with Dufry, will showcase a stunning, carefully curated range of rare whiskies, some of which are exclusive to The Macallan Boutiques.

Read more Dufry and The Macallan Unveil a Stunning New Heathrow Terminal 5 Boutique
16/07/2019

Conference Call on Dufry's First Half 2019 Results on July 30, 2019

Dufry will publish its First Half 2019 results on July 30, 2019, and there will be a conference call held by Dufry at 14.00h CET that day.

Read more Conference Call on Dufry's First Half 2019 Results on July 30, 2019
08/07/2019
World Duty Free Launches Exclusive Teeling® Whiskey Explorers Edition 12 YO Irish Whiskey

The company will be exclusively launching Teeling® Whiskey Explorers Edition Irish whiskey 12YO, from Ireland’s leading progressive whiskey producer Teeling Whiskey, in the UK

Read more World Duty Free Launches Exclusive Teeling® Whiskey Explorers Edition 12 YO Irish Whiskey
04/07/2019
Dufry, Bacardi and Cancun Airport open a Patron Tequila tasting bar in Terminal 3

The bar, the centrepiece of a five-year collaboration between Dufry, Bacardi and ASUR, has opened outside Dufry’s store on the main concourse of Terminal 3, Cancun airport

Read more Dufry, Bacardi and Cancun Airport open a Patron Tequila tasting bar in Terminal 3
01/07/2019

Dufry signs 7 year contract to operate specialty stores at Helsinki Airport

Dufry has signed a seven year contract with Finavia to operate seven new luxury and premium retail shops at Helsinki Airport. A total of 700 m² of retail space will be added in both the Schengen and Non Schengen areas of the airport. This contract further strengthens Dufry's position at Helsinki airport, where it will continue to operate its three main tax and duty free stores and several specialty units, occupying a total of nearly 4,000 m².

Read more Dufry signs 7 year contract to operate specialty stores at Helsinki Airport

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06/10/2026

Avolta’s Hudson secures new 20-year duty-free contract at Seattle-Tacoma International

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), through its Hudson brand and in partnership with local small businesses, has been awarded a 20-year duty-free contract at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The agreement covers more than 2,800 m2 of new travel retail space across three concourses.

Read more Avolta’s Hudson secures new 20-year duty-free contract at Seattle-Tacoma International
22/09/2026

Avolta partners with Hawaii’s Department of Transportation to expand airport dining at three airports

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) announced today a collaboration with the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) in the United States to introduce new dining and cafe concepts at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Lihue Airport (LIH) and Kahului Airport (OGG).

Read more Avolta partners with Hawaii’s Department of Transportation to expand airport dining at three airports
16/09/2026

Avolta prices EUR 350 million of senior notes

Avolta (SIX: AVOL) today priced an offering of EUR 350 million Senior Notes due in March 2032 with an interest rate of 5.25%. Interest will be payable semi-annually in arrears. Proceeds from the offering will be used to further repay the company’s EUR 750 million Senior Notes due 2027 following the issuance of EUR 400 million Senior Notes due 2033 in June 2026.

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23/09/2026
Avolta’s Journey For Good Foundation Awards $820,000 to Charities Fighting Poverty across North America

In the second of three scheduled giving cycles this year, the 501(c)(3) awards grants to 39 charitable organizations across the U.S. and Canada.

Read more Avolta’s Journey For Good Foundation Awards $820,000 to Charities Fighting Poverty across North America
10/09/2026
Avolta expands into F&B at Brasília Airport and launches its first hybrid concept in Brazil

Avolta has secured two 11-year food and beverage contracts at Brasília International Airport, extending its long-standing retail presence at the airport into F&B and introducing its first hybrid retail and F&B concept in Brazil.

Read more Avolta expands into F&B at Brasília Airport and launches its first hybrid concept in Brazil
03/08/2026
Avolta recognized at the 2026 Airport F&B FAB Awards as its F&B concepts continue to transform the global travel experience

Avolta has been recognized at the 2026 Airport Food & Beverage + Hospitality Awards, receiving 10 Global, Regional and Superstar awards, as well as nearly 30 Gold awards across multiple categories. From hybrid concepts, digital engagement and loyalty through to a stronger sense of place, the awards highlight the quality, innovation and consistency of Avolta’s concepts across markets, demonstrating its ability to deliver best-in-class experiences at scale.

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TIME World’s Growth Leaders 2026

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Best Loyalty Initiative Within Travel, Leisure, Experience & Entertainment at European Loyalty Award 2026

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Glen Garioch 1997, Cask 91, Exclusively Available at World Duty Free

Dufry opens first border duty-free shop in Brazil

Barcelona Duty Free showcases the launch of Milka’s “Share Your Kindness” campaign

Lindt & Sprüngli Brings Magic to Millennials in selected Dufry-operated stores in Key Holiday Destinations

World Duty Free exclusive Amouage launch

Dufry reports ongoing improvement in organic growth and resilient cash generation in the first half of 2019

World Duty Free launches exclusive Ian Macleod Distillers’ Tamdhu Single Cask

Dufry and The Macallan Unveil a Stunning New Heathrow Terminal 5 Boutique

Conference Call on Dufry's First Half 2019 Results on July 30, 2019

World Duty Free Launches Exclusive Teeling® Whiskey Explorers Edition 12 YO Irish Whiskey

Dufry, Bacardi and Cancun Airport open a Patron Tequila tasting bar in Terminal 3

Dufry signs 7 year contract to operate specialty stores at Helsinki Airport

Press Releases & Ad Hoc Announcements

Avolta’s Hudson secures new 20-year duty-free contract at Seattle-Tacoma International

Avolta partners with Hawaii’s Department of Transportation to expand airport dining at three airports

Avolta prices EUR 350 million of senior notes

Trade News

Avolta’s Journey For Good Foundation Awards $820,000 to Charities Fighting Poverty across North America

Avolta expands into F&B at Brasília Airport and launches its first hybrid concept in Brazil

Avolta recognized at the 2026 Airport F&B FAB Awards as its F&B concepts continue to transform the global travel experience

Our Awards

TIME World’s Growth Leaders 2026

Fortune Europe’s Most Innovative Companies 2026

Best Loyalty Initiative Within Travel, Leisure, Experience & Entertainment at European Loyalty Award 2026

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