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  • 10/09/2015

    Publication of the offer document relating to the mandatory tender offer on the ordinary shares of World Duty Free S.p.A. launched by Dufry Financial Services BV

    With reference to the to the mandatory tender offer (the “Offer”), launched pursuant to Articles 102 and 106, paragraph 1-bis, of the Legislative Decree no. 58 of February 24, 1998, as subsequently amended (the “TUF”), by Dufry Financial Services BV (the “Offeror”) on the ordinary shares of World Duty Free S.p.A. (“WDF” or “Issuer”), the Offeror hereby announces that on the date hereof the offer document approved by the Italian Securities and Exchange Commission (“CONSOB”), by means of resolution no. 19342 of September 8, 2015 (the “OfferDocument”) has been published on the websites of the Offeror (www.dufry.com), of WDF (www.worlddutyfreegroup.com) and of the Global Information Agent of the Offer (www.sodali-transactions.com).

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  • 08/09/2015

    Approval by CONSOB of the offer document relating to the mandatory tender offer launched by Dufry Financial Services BV on all the ordinary shares of World Duty Free S.p.A. The period for tendering in the Offer will begin on September 14, 2015 and conclud

    With reference to the to the mandatory tender offer (the “Offer”), launched pursuant to Articles 102 and 106, paragraph 1-bis, of the Legislative Decree no. 58 of February 24, 1998, as subsequently amended (the “TUF”), by Dufry Financial Services BV (the “Offeror”) on the ordinary shares of World Duty Free S.p.A. (“WDF” or “Issuer”), notified to the market pursuant to Art. 102, paragraph 1, of the TUF on August 7, 2015, the Offeror announces that the Italian Securities and Exchange Commission (“CONSOB”), by means of resolution no. 19342 of September 8, 2015, approved, pursuant to Article 102, paragraph 4, of the TUF, the relevant offer document (the “Offer Document”).The main terms and characteristics of the Offer are summarized below and they are extensively described in the Offer Document.

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  • 07/09/2015

    Approval of the issuer's statement by World Duty Free S.p.A. relating to the mandatory tender offer launched by Dufry Financial Services BV on all the shares of World Duty Free S.p.A.

    Dufry Financial Services BV (the “Offeror”) hereby gives notice that the Board of Directors of World Duty Free S.p.A. (“WDF”), has met today in Milan and has approved the statement (the “Issuer's Statement”) pursuant to Article 103, Paragraph 3 of the Legislative Decree dated 24 February, 1998, no. 58 (the “TUF”) and Article 39 of Consob Regulation approved by resolution of May 14, 1999 (the “Issuers' Regulation”), concerning the mandatory takeover bid launched by the Offeror, pursuant to Articles 102 and 106, Paragraph 1-bis, of the TUF on no. 94,261,808 ordinary shares of WDF, equal to all outstanding WDF ordinary shares, except for the shares held, directly or indirectly, by the Offeror as of the date of the offer document (the “Offer”).

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  • 03/09/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 01/09/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 31/08/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 26/08/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 25/08/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 24/08/2015

    Dufry files Mandatory Tender Offer with CONSOB

    NOTICE PURSUANT TO ART. 37-TER, PARAGRAPH 3, OF THE REGULATION ADOPTED BY CONSOB BY RESOLUTION NO. 11971 OF MAY 14, 1999, AS SUBSEQUENTLY INTEGRATED AND AMENDED (THE “ISSUERS' REGULATION”).Mandatory public tender offer launched by Dufry Financial Services BV (“Dufry” or the “Offeror”) on all the ordinary shares of World Duty Free S.p.A. (“WDF”) other than those already held by the Offeror.

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  • 20/08/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 18/08/2015

    Purchasing of World Duty Free shares pre Mandatory Tender Offer

    Notice pursuant to article 41, paragraph 2, letter c), of the Consob Regulation no. 11971 dated May 14, 1999, as subsequently integrated and amended (the “Issuers' Regulation”)

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  • 07/08/2015

    Dufry successfully closes the acquisition of the 50.1% stake of World Duty Free

    On August 07, Dufry closed the acquisition of the 50.1% stake of World Duty Free S.p.A (WDF) from Edizione S.r.L (Edizione) for Euro 10.25 per share in cash, corresponding to a total consideration of Euro 1.31 billion (CHF 1.38 billion[1]) as indicated earlier. The transaction was unconditionally approved by all relevant antitrust authorities.

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  • 11/03/2026 Ad hoc

    Avolta reports strong 2025, advancing on sales, profits and cash generation, proposes higher dividend and announces new share buyback

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) delivered strong sales, profit and EFCF in 2025. IFRS turnover increased +1.9% to CHF 13,983m while operating profit rose +18.1% to CHF 1,103m. Equity Free Cash Flow (EFCF) increased +14.6% to CHF 487m. A dividend of CHF 1.15/share, +15% YoY, is to be proposed at the May 2026 AGM. Avolta reaffirms its medium-term outlook and announces new a share buyback of up to CHF 225m in 2026.

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  • 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. 

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  • 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. 

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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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    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.

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    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.

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

    The Waterman Fish Bar at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

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

    Vera Bradley team at Dulles International Airport

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    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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