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  • 27/11/2024

    Avolta Wins Significant Tender at John F. Kennedy International Airport — another large Contract Award of 2024 in North America

    In partnership with JFK Millennium Partners, Avolta companies Hudson and Dufry will set a new standard for travel retail in North America through the development of more than 2,600 m2 of reimagined space with an 18-year contract in JFK’s new, state-of-the-art terminal set to open in early 2026. Combined with earlier announced wins and renewals, this new win further strengthens Avolta’s leadership in the US travel retail and F&B market.

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  • 25/11/2024

    Avolta wins new ten-year contract, adds Manaus Airport to Brazil portfolio

    Leading global travel experience player Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) further extends its already significant footprint in Brazil, announcing a new ten-year contract at Manaus Airport. Avolta will operate four new stores across more than 1,000m2 of duty-free and duty-paid space at the airport, which attracts over 2.8 million passengers annually, representing the addition of a critical new hub to Avolta’s network in Brazil.

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    21/11/2024

    Avolta launches Next Drip, the innovative lab dedicated to the world of coffee

    Avolta, through its subsidiary Autogrill, leading provider of food & beverage services for travelers, launches Next Drip, the innovative lab dedicated to the world of coffee.

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    19/11/2024

    HMSHost Unveils OMB Biergarten at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    The highly anticipated new full-service restaurant and bar created in partnership with Charlotte born-and-brewed The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is now open in Concourse D under HMSHost’s master food and beverage concessionaire agreement, bringing the perfect pints and fantastic fare of the “Best Beer Garden” in the U.S. to CLT.

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  • 18/11/2024

    Avolta Secures Strategic Partnership with Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for New Retail and Dining Contract, Marks New Footprint in China

    Leading global travel experience player Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) is pleased to announce its newest partnership and contract with Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in China – the country’s 4th busiest* – to bring a dynamic range of retail and dining experiences to the hub. This landmark contract, effective November 2024 through 2030, further demonstrates Avolta’s strategic commitment to growth in key international markets and to bringing first-rate travel experiences to major international travel hubs. 

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  • 31/10/2024 Ad hoc

    Avolta delivers another set of strong results across all KPIs in 9M and will cancel 4% of its share capital

    Avolta marks its 7th consecutive quarter of strong growth in Q3, as it continues to successfully execute its Destination 2027 strategy. The company confirms its medium-term targets and will cancel approximately 6.1 million treasury shares (4% of issued share capital) in 2024 in line with its reinforced shareholder focused capital allocation policy.

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    28/10/2024

    Avolta grows presence in Switzerland as part of its 30-year concession partnership with Tamoil SA for Herrlisberg Nord service area

    Avolta has celebrated the official opening of the new Herrlisberg Nord service area under the Autogrill brand, and the commencement of operations at its GranBar, SPAR express and Holy Cow stores.

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    25/10/2024

    Avolta launches Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty in the superstar’s hometown of Barbados

    Avolta is delighted to announce that it’s bringing Rihanna’s game-changing beauty brands, Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin and Fenty Eau De Parfum to Bridgetown, Barbados! Launching today, Avolta is opening two Fenty doors, one at our main store on Broad Street and the other at Sunset Mall on the west coast of the island.

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  • 24/10/2024

    Avolta successfully refinances its main bank facility

    Avolta has successfully amended and extended its existing Revolving Credit Facility (RCF). The amended EUR 2,400 million RCF with maturity in 2029 replaces the EUR 2,750 million RCF expiring in 2027. 

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    23/10/2024

    Avolta expands with new store opening at Chile’s Santiago International Airport

    Avolta announces the opening of a new duty-paid store, expanding the company’s existing portfolio at Santiago International Airport in Chile. The walk-through new store, spanning 950 m2, offers passengers more opportunities to enjoy their journey and aligns with Avolta’s commitment to create a strong sense of place for travelers.

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  • 21/10/2024

    We are delighted to invite you to our 3Q Trading Update Presentation Webcast: Thursday, October 31 2024 at 14:30 CET

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    10/10/2024

    Avolta Celebrates Multiple Wins During TFWA Week in Cannes 2024

    Avolta is delighted to announce a series of prestigious awards won during this year’s TFWA World Conference and Exhibition week in Cannes. These achievements, received in the same week that Avolta unveiled its revolutionizing loyalty program ‘Club Avolta’ to the world, further validate the company’s strategic efforts to redefine the customer journey. Leveraging the intelligence gained from its global network of more than 5,000 outlets across 73 countries, Avolta is sharpening its focus on customer-centric solutions, digital transformation and integrated sustainability.

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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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  • Trophy Best retailer at Meadfa Awards 2025

    05/12/2025

    Avolta recognized with multiple honors at MEADFA awards 2025

    Avolta, leading global travel retail and F&B operator, has been recognized across multiple categories at the 2025 MEADFA Awards, earning Best Retailer, Best Marketing Strategy. In addition to the company’s achievements, Avolta’s Pedro Castro received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his outstanding personal contribution to the industry. These distinctions reaffirm Avolta’s leadership in the Middle East and Africa region, and its continued commitment to elevating the traveler experience.

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  • 04/12/2025

    Avolta expands its F&B footprint at Heathrow with the introduction of distinctly British brand Bill’s

    Avolta, the leading global travel retail and F&B operator, has been awarded a new food and beverage (F&B) contract at London’s Heathrow, broadening its presence and strengthening its longstanding partnership with the UK’s largest airport.

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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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    Lifetime Achievement Award at MEADFA Awards 2025

    Pedro Castro.
    This award recognizes the individual excellence of one of Avolta's long-standing leaders

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    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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