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    05/05/2017

    World of Whiskies reveals exclusive Highland Park Single Cask bottling at Heathrow

    The World Duty Free World of Whiskies store at London Heathrow Airport has revealed a new, exclusive, limited edition Highland Park Single Cask bottling

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    05/05/2017

    Dufry opens a new ‘Multi-brand’ store at Nice Côte D’Azur Airport

    Dufry has opened a new ‘Multi-brand’ luxury store, as part of the revamp of the entire Terminal 2 commercial area at Nice Côte D’Azur airport

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  • 02/05/2017

    Dufry's organic growth continues to accelerate t o 7.2% in the first quarter of 2017

    Turnover amounted to CHF 1,706.8 million in the first quarter of 2017, driven by organic growth, which accelerated further and reached 7.2%. Supported by synergies from the World Duty Free (WDF) acquisition, gross profit margin further improved to 59.6%. EBITDA increased to CHF 154.7 million, while EBITDA margin expanded by 10 basis points to 9.1%.

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  • 27/04/2017

    Results of Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on April 27, 2017

    The Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG was held at the Grandhotel “Les Trois Rois”, Blumenrain 8, 4001 Basel, Switzerland, on April 27, 2017 at 14.00 hrs. The meeting was validly convened and constituted and shareholders duly registered in the share register of the Company representing 37,354,371 shares and 69.34% of the total share capital of Dufry AG were represented at the meeting.

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  • 26/04/2017

    Media Release

    Basel, April 26, 2017

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  • 25/04/2017

    Dufry renews its duty-free contract at Liverpool John Lennon Airport for additional 8 years, confirming its leading position in the UK

    Dufry has successfully renewed its existing duty-free contract at Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) and adds additional retail space. Liverpool Airport is an international airport serving North West England, where it represents the main gate for passengers traveling to several European destinations, such as Spain, Ireland, France and Portugal.

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  • 13/04/2017

    Conference Call on Dufry's First Quarter 2017 Results on May 02, 2017

    Dufry will publish its First Quarter 2017 results on May 02, 2017, and there will be a conference call held by Dufry at 14.00 CET that day.

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  • 06/04/2017

    Dufry signs a new agreement with Grupo Pullmantur thus expanding its cruise line operation and consolidates its leading position in Mexico

    Dufry signs an agreement with Grupo Pullmantur to operate all gift shops onboard their fleet until 2022 and further consolidates its leading position at Mexico City airport with a new duty-free shop.

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  • 31/03/2017

    Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on April 27, 2017

    The Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG will be held on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 14.00 hrs (doors open at 13.00 hrs) at the Grandhotel “Les Trois Rois”, Blumenrain 8, 4001 Basel, Switzerland.

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  • 24/03/2017

    Dufry's subsidiary “Hellenic Duty Free Shops” and Fraport Greece signed a 30 years contract covering 14 Greek airports

    The 30 years agreement contemplates more than a doubling of the current retail space from 5,000 m2 to over 12,000 m2. Dufry will have the exclusivity for airside retail activities at the airports and is committed to deliver outstanding service levels for Greek and international passengers alike.

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  • 15/03/2017

    Dufry confirms profitable growth strategy delivering on its 2016 targets

    Dufry achieved all its main goals in 2016, thus confirming its profitable growth strategy. The Company posted positive pro-forma organic growth of +1.0% in the full year; completed the integration of World Duty Free (WDF) ahead of plan and deleveraged the business through strong cash generation. For the full year 2016, Dufry's turnover grew by 27.5% and reached CHF 7,829.1 million. EBITDA increased by 29.2% to CHF 935.1 million, and free cash flow reached CHF 483.8 million, an increase of 43.0% compared to 2015.

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    13/03/2017

    World of Whiskies Wins Icons of Whisky Award for Second Year Running

    The Edinburgh and Glasgow World of Whiskies stores have won the Icons of Whisky ‘Travel Retailer of the Year’ Award for the second year running, in the Scotland category, as well as the Rest of the World ‘Travel Retailer of the Year’ for its store with the same name at London Heathrow airport.

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  • 23/04/2026

    Avolta's Q1 2026 Trading Update Invitation

    We are delighted to invite you to our Q1 Trading Update Presentation Webcast: Thursday, May 07, 2026 at 14:30 CEST

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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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    21/04/2026

    Avolta launches new premium and experience-led retail offer onboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Luna

    Avolta is further strengthening its long-standing partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), with the Norwegian Luna which was christened in Miami last month. The ship’s new retail offer has been built around the realities of Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries out of Miami, with a guest mix that includes families, first-time cruisers, and more.

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    09/04/2026

    Avolta officially launches Terracotta Italian restaurant at East Midlands Airport

    Avolta has officially launched Terracotta, its latest food and beverage operation at East Midlands Airport (EMA), part of MAG. Designed to support a relaxed, destination-led dining experience, the newest opening strengthens Avolta’s partnership with MAG and further expands its full F&B responsibility at the airport.

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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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    Environment Award at Brussels Airport Aviation Awards 2026

    Autogrill by Avolta

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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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