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  • Hudson Cafè Sharjah

    01/07/2024

    Dufry Sharjah, Avolta and Sharjah International Airport’s Joint Venture, launches first-of-its-kind hybrid Hudson Café

    Dufry Sharjah, the Joint Venture of Avolta and Sharjah International Airport, has strengthened its presence in the Sharjah market with the launch of Hudson Cafè. The café is a first of its kind hybrid F&B and Retail concept at Sharjah International Airport (UAE), made possible through global brand partner Mondelez World Travel Retail. With over 15 million passengers in 2023, and connected to over 100 destinations in 62 countries through 33 international airlines, Sharjah International Airport is an ideal location for the joint venture to pioneer exciting F&B innovations that meet the changing needs and trends of travelers, making the journey as exciting as the destination.

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  • 26/06/2024

    Avolta continues its expansion in APAC, securing a seven-year Duty Free contract at Macau International Airport

    Leading global travel experience player Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) is reinforcing its presence in Macau, the tourism magnet of southern China. The company is thrilled to announce a new seven-year contract to operate key categories in Duty Free as well as General Merchandise at Macau International Airport. The contract marks a significant enhancement of our presence within the Asia Pacific region, covering an additional total area of over 600 m2 across four commercial spaces.

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    25/06/2024

    Avolta brings authentic Italian flavors to motorists in Feistritz, Austria

    Avolta, a leading global travel experience player, announces the official opening of its newest highway restaurant in Austria. Located on the A10 Tauern highway in Feistritz, the newly renovated outlet sets a new standard in highway dining, with a distinct focus on Italian food and beverage standards.

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  • Cafe Espresso_KL_Avolta June 2024.jpg

    20/06/2024

    Avolta’s Café Espresso Debuts in Kuala Lumpur’s KL International Airport, Malaysia

    Avolta is excited to announce the opening of its newest location, Café Espresso, at KL International Airport, Terminal 2. This opening represents Avolta’s 21st F&B location in Malaysia, further solidifying the company’s presence in one of the most vibrant business and touristic hubs of Southeast Asia.

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  • 18/06/2024

    Avolta and DB Schenker partnership pioneers marine biofuel in Barcelona-Miami transport route

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, celebrates its trailblazing agreement in Spain with DB Schenker, the world's leading logistics service provider, for the transport of goods using marine biofuel between Europe and the United States. This is the first contract of its kind in the Spanish market and places Avolta among the pioneering companies in low-emissions maritime transport.

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  • NASCAR Drafthouse_St Louis_Avolta June 2024.jpg

    17/06/2024

    HMSHost Teams with NASCAR for Newest Dining Destination at St. Louis Lambert International Airport

    Travelers and Racing Fans Are Revved Up to Experience New NASCAR Drafthouse Concept — Now Open in Terminal 1

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    14/06/2024

    HMSHost Awarded “Best Employee Recognition Program” at 2024 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards

    Airports Councils International – North America (ACI) bestows HMSHost with prestigious award in recognition of its culture of appreciation, caring, and inclusion among its team members across North America

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  • Nashville architectural photographer - Ford Photographs - Hudson News_Avolta 1.jpg

    14/06/2024

    Hudson’s Satellite of Parnassus Books at Nashville International Airport® Named Best New Local Concept at 2024 Excellence in Airport Concessions Awards

    Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) awarded Hudson the top honor in the category for enhancing the passenger experience through locally inspired retail

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  • Hungry Jacks_Gold Cost

    11/06/2024

    Avolta grows its Australian footprint, opening the last of six new F&B outlets at Gold Coast Airport

    Avolta is proud to showcase its expansion in Australia with the opening of its sixth and final new F&B restaurant, Hungry Jack’s®, in the domestic terminal at the Gold Coast Airport. As part of the airport’s recent redevelopment project, this milestone marks Avolta’s commitment to elevating the food and beverage experience for both business and leisure travelers. Gold Coast Airport, one of Australia’s leading tourist destinations and the country’s sixth-busiest airport, will benefit from Avolta’s role in its ongoing transformation and redevelopment as the company continues to find ways to make travelers happier.

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  • 10/06/2024

    HMSHost Awarded New 15-Year Contract to Bring Fresh Dining Options to North America’s Sacramento International Airport

    Leader in travel dining will bring a strong flavor of Sacramento to the airport, introducing outposts of locally loved restaurants and national brands, enhancing the passenger experience by transforming nearly 16,700 ft2 of concessions space across Terminals A and B.

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  • 05/06/2024

    Avolta and utu Unleash 25% More Spending Power at Milan Airports with VAT Refund Innovation

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, and utu, a travel fintech company, are launching a pilot programme to maximize Duty-free shopping opportunities by enhancing the VAT refund process at Milan’s Malpensa Airport Terminal 1 and Milan Linate Airport in Italy. The innovative programme offers travelers 25% more spending power by upcycling city-side VAT refunds, aiming to unlock significant airside Duty-free revenue growth.

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  • 30/05/2024

    Avolta Expands Footprint in Greater China with New Travel Retail Contract; Opens its First Duty Free Stores at Hong Kong – Macau Ferry Terminal

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new Duty-free operation in downtown Hong Kong, following its successful bid for the Hong Kong–Macau Ferry Terminal concession late last year. Located in the departures and arrivals halls respectively, the two new stores offer a diverse range of Duty-free categories including liquor, tobacco, and food with local favourites and premium international brands, expanding the company’s presence in one of the most popular tourist destinations of Greater China. 

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  • 15/10/2025

    Avolta’s Q3 Trading Update Invitation

    We are delighted to invite you to our Q3 Trading Update Presentation Webcast: Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 14:30 CEST

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  • 29/09/2025

    Avolta and King Power Announce Loyalty Program Partnership: Push Past Traditional Industry Conventions

    Avolta (SIX: AVOL), leading global travel retail and F&B player and King Power, Thailand’s largest travel retail group, today announced a landmark loyalty partnership launching on November 1, bringing together two industry leaders in a shared mission to put travelers first and explore together the ‘power of possibilities’.

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  • 22/09/2025

    Avolta marks strategic entry into Japan with Kansai International Airport contract

    Avolta (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel retail and F&B player, accelerates its Asia Pacific expansion with entry into Japan, confirming an F&B contract across 500m2 at Kansai International Airport (KIX), one of the country’s busiest airports and a key gateway for global travelers, covering Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe.

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  • Perth Duty Free opening ribbon cutting

    22/10/2025

    Avolta builds on its presence in Australia with major duty-free transformation at Perth Airport

    Avolta has unveiled its newly refurbished duty-free store at Perth International Airport, marking a significant milestone in its long-term commitment to the Australian market. The transformation is part of the renewal and expansion of Avolta’s duty-free concession at Perth Airport to 2031, announced last year.

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  • Store front image of Landry's Seafood - best sit-down reataurant 2025

    15/10/2025

    Avolta Dining Venues Named Among “10 Best” at U.S. Airports by USA TODAY

    Avolta announces that several of its US airport dining venues, operated by HMSHost, have been recognized in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards highlighted outstanding performance across three distinct categories, with Landry’s Seafood at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) receiving the distinction of Best Airport Sit-Down Restaurant.

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    15/10/2025

    Avolta Celebrates Multiple Honors at the 2025 Frontier Awards

    Avolta is proud to announce a series of prestigious wins at this year’s Frontier Awards, covering three key pillars of people, innovation and sustainability. This industry-wide endorsement underscores Avolta’s leadership in redefining the travel experience and shaping the future of travel retail and F&B.

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  • Store front image of Landry's Seafood - best sit-down reataurant 2025

    Best Airport Sit-Down Restaurant, Airport Bar and Airport Grab-And-Go Food for 11 HMSHost restaurants at USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025

    Best Airport Sit-Down Restaurant:

    Landry's Seafood: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
    Commanders Burgundy & Gold Club: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
    Cigar City Brewing: Tampa International Airport (TPA)
    Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

    Best Airport Bar:

    Three Kings Public House: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
    Memphis Made Brewing Co.: Memphis International Airport (MEM)
    Blu2o: Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
    Whisky River: Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

    Best Airport Grab-And-Go Food:

    Tortas Frontera: O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Love Shack: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
    1897 Market: Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

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    Future of Retail Award at 2025 Frontier Awards

    Club Avolta

  • A grouo of people in front of an office

    Team of the Year at 2025 Frontier Awards

    Spain Team

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