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23/06/2025
Avolta Inducts Five Team Members into Its Prestigious North American Hall of Fame

Representing all teams across the U.S. and Canada, these outstanding colleagues were chosen from over 31,000 team members across 110 travel venues, showcasing the very best of travel service excellence.

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18/06/2025

Avolta extends retail contract with Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte (OMA) in Mexico

Leading global travel retail and food & beverage player Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has secured a nine-year contract extension in Mexico, reinforcing its longstanding presence and commitment to the region and renewing its established partnership with OMA. The agreement covers 15 retail stores spanning a combined floor space of more than 3,000 m² across four major airports: Monterrey, Mazatlán, Acapulco, and Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo.

Read more Avolta extends retail contract with Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte (OMA) in Mexico
17/06/2025
Avolta Unveils New Duty-free Store at Toronto Pearson International Airport in First Phase of the Airport’s Retail Revitalization

Avolta has opened Toronto Duty Free, a more than 170 m2 shop in Terminal 3 offering travelers a collection of Canadian-made products alongside a curated selection of wine, spirits, and confections. As part of Phase One in the airport’s retail revitalization, plans are already underway to expand the location, adding approximately 340 m2 of concessions space featuring luxury cosmetics and fragrance brands.

Read more Avolta Unveils New Duty-free Store at Toronto Pearson International Airport in First Phase of the Airport’s Retail Revitalization
12/06/2025
Avolta unveils LOAF at Schiphol; the soul of a French bakery meets the scale of international travel

Avolta, the leading global travel retail and F&B player, in collaboration with Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, has opened LOAF – a new French-inspired bakery concept that delivers artisan charm with the grace and efficiency required for a modern-day airport. Now open in Lounge 1, LOAF brings a new dimension to travel dining: spacious, elegant, and built for flow.

Read more Avolta unveils LOAF at Schiphol; the soul of a French bakery meets the scale of international travel
03/06/2025
Avolta wins new five-year contract, expands operations at Guadalajara International Airport, Mexico

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), leading global travel retail and F&B player, announces a new five-year contract at Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), the third busiest airport in Mexico. Avolta will carry out a complete renovation of its three existing main stores at the airport and will open an additional two new stores across more than 1200m2 of duty-free and duty-paid space.

Read more Avolta wins new five-year contract, expands operations at Guadalajara International Airport, Mexico
23/05/2025
Avolta and Zayed International Airport’s Presentedby Win Platinum at the Prestigious London Design Awards 2025

Trailblazing Retail Concept Honored with Top Design Accolade.

Read more Avolta and Zayed International Airport’s Presentedby Win Platinum at the Prestigious London Design Awards 2025
21/05/2025

Avolta prices EUR 500 million of Senior Notes

Avolta has priced EUR-denominated senior notes in an aggregate amount of EUR 500 million. The senior notes will have a term of seven years due in 2032. The annual interest rate will be 4.50% and interest will be payable semi-annually in arrears. Proceeds from the offering are expected to be used to refinance Avolta’s outstanding Senior Notes due 2026 and to repay borrowings under its Revolving Credit Facility.

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15/05/2025 Ad hoc

Avolta reports strong first quarter 2025, with CORE turnover growth of +8.2% CER, EBITDA margin of 6.4%, +37bps YoY, and reaffirms outlook

Avolta delivered a strong performance in the first quarter of 2025, underscoring the strength of its diversified geographic and channel presence. The company remains focused on disciplined execution and creating long-term shareholder value. Medium-term targets and capital allocation principles remain unchanged.

Read more Avolta reports strong first quarter 2025, with CORE turnover growth of +8.2% CER, EBITDA margin of 6.4%, +37bps YoY, and reaffirms outlook
14/05/2025

Results of the Ordinary General Meeting of Avolta AG held on May 14, 2025

The Ordinary General Meeting of Avolta AG was held today in Basel, Switzerland. A total number of 102,301,999 shares was represented at the meeting, corresponding to 69.83% of the total share capital of Avolta AG. The shareholders resolved as follows:¹

Read more Results of the Ordinary General Meeting of Avolta AG held on May 14, 2025
05/05/2025

Avolta Expands at JFK Terminal 5 with New Dining, Retail, and Video Gaming Experiences

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), global leader in travel retail and food & beverage, secures two landmark contracts in North America’s JFK International Airport through its subsidiaries Hudson and HMSHost, including a 10-year deal to revamp the terminal’s dining experience.

Read more Avolta Expands at JFK Terminal 5 with New Dining, Retail, and Video Gaming Experiences
02/05/2025

Avolta's Q1 Trading Update Invitation

We are delighted to invite you to our Q1 Trading Update Presentation Webcast:Thursday, May 15 2025at 14:30 CEST

Read more Avolta's Q1 Trading Update Invitation
17/04/2025
HMSHost Dominates Newsweek’s 2025 Airport Dining Awards with Whisky River at CLT Voted No. 1 Best Full-Service Airport Restaurant

Travelers across the U.S. voted for their favorite airport eateries in Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, crowning Whisky River champion and five more HMSHost restaurants among their top 10.

Read more HMSHost Dominates Newsweek’s 2025 Airport Dining Awards with Whisky River at CLT Voted No. 1 Best Full-Service Airport Restaurant

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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.

Read more Avolta prices EUR 350 million of senior notes
09/09/2026

Avolta launches first direct wallet-to-wallet stablecoin payments pilot

Avolta (AVOL: SIX) today launches a pilot enabling customers to pay with stablecoin at its Level 2 Duty Free store at Zurich Airport. From 9 to 25 September 2026, travelers can make purchases directly from their digital wallets through a simple QR-code payment process.

Read more Avolta launches first direct wallet-to-wallet stablecoin payments pilot
08/09/2026

Avolta extends long-term travel retail contracts across four Mexican airports

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has further strengthened its partnership with Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) through long-term travel retail contract extensions across Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos and Bajío International Airports in Mexico.

Read more Avolta extends long-term travel retail contracts across four Mexican airports

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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.

Read more Avolta recognized at the 2026 Airport F&B FAB Awards as its F&B concepts continue to transform the global travel experience
31/07/2026
Avolta UK marks 20 years of partnership with One Water as its fundraising exceeds GBP 3.35 million

Avolta UK has marked the completion of One Water's 2026 Travel Trade Awareness Tour across its World Duty Free stores and support locations in the UK, celebrating 20 years of collaboration and a significant fundraising milestone for clean water projects.

Read more Avolta UK marks 20 years of partnership with One Water as its fundraising exceeds GBP 3.35 million

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

Club Avolta

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Airport Health and Wellness-Centred Offer of the Year at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards

Eat Well. Travel Further. at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, USA

Read more Airport Health and Wellness-Centred Offer of the Year at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards
Airport Chef of the Year (Joint Winner and Regional Winner Asia Pacific): Chef Vengopal Bharathan at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards

Chef Vengopal Bharathan at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, India

Read more Airport Chef of the Year (Joint Winner and Regional Winner Asia Pacific): Chef Vengopal Bharathan at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards

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Avolta Inducts Five Team Members into Its Prestigious North American Hall of Fame

Avolta extends retail contract with Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte (OMA) in Mexico

Avolta Unveils New Duty-free Store at Toronto Pearson International Airport in First Phase of the Airport’s Retail Revitalization

Avolta unveils LOAF at Schiphol; the soul of a French bakery meets the scale of international travel

Avolta wins new five-year contract, expands operations at Guadalajara International Airport, Mexico

Avolta and Zayed International Airport’s Presentedby Win Platinum at the Prestigious London Design Awards 2025

Avolta prices EUR 500 million of Senior Notes

Avolta reports strong first quarter 2025, with CORE turnover growth of +8.2% CER, EBITDA margin of 6.4%, +37bps YoY, and reaffirms outlook

Results of the Ordinary General Meeting of Avolta AG held on May 14, 2025

Avolta Expands at JFK Terminal 5 with New Dining, Retail, and Video Gaming Experiences

Avolta's Q1 Trading Update Invitation

HMSHost Dominates Newsweek’s 2025 Airport Dining Awards with Whisky River at CLT Voted No. 1 Best Full-Service Airport Restaurant

Press Releases & Ad Hoc Announcements

Avolta prices EUR 350 million of senior notes

Avolta launches first direct wallet-to-wallet stablecoin payments pilot

Avolta extends long-term travel retail contracts across four Mexican airports

Trade News

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

Avolta UK marks 20 years of partnership with One Water as its fundraising exceeds GBP 3.35 million

Our Awards

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

Airport Health and Wellness-Centred Offer of the Year at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards

Airport Chef of the Year (Joint Winner and Regional Winner Asia Pacific): Chef Vengopal Bharathan at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards

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