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  • 06/08/2024

    Avolta’s Hudson to Enhance the Passenger Experience at Salt Lake City International Airport with Additional Retail Stores under New Eight-year Contract

    Hudson will develop over 2,200 ft2 of retail space to include a travel convenience store and two locally inspired specialty retail stores — offering travelers more ways to enjoy their journey at ‘The New SLC’.

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  • 30/07/2024 Ad hoc

    Avolta reports strong H1 turnover growth of +11% with uninterrupted positive momentum into H2

    Supported by a strong global business model, Avolta reports for the sixth consecutive quarter a strong performance across all KPIs. In H1, the company delivers an impressive CORE turnover growth of +11.0%, organic growth of +7.1%, with EBITDA margin increasing by +40bps year-on-year to 9.0% and an EFCF of CHF 213.5 million. The strong H1 performance reinforces Avolta’s confidence for H2 and beyond as it delivers on its Destination 2027 strategy. 

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    23/07/2024

    Journey For Good Foundation Celebrates Inaugural Grant Cycle, Awarding $500,000 to Organizations Fighting Root Causes of Poverty

    Journey For Good Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to fight poverty in the local community with food, shelter, education, and workforce development, announced today its inaugural grant cycle since its formation in April 2024, awarding $500,000 to 26 charitable organizations across the U.S.

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  • 22/07/2024

    Avolta Expands and Renews its Perth Airport Duty Free Contract to 2031, Unveils Airport Retail Transformation

    Avolta (SIX: AVOL), leading global travel experience player, is thrilled to announce the renewal and extension of its duty-free contract with Australia’s Perth Airport to 2031. Using sustainable design principles, the contract includes nearly 3,000 m2 of commercial space across four stores, and centers on the transformation of Avolta’s Terminal 1 Departures store into a state-of-the-art walkthrough space. Avolta and Perth Airport are set to redefine the travel retail experience, creating a new environment for local travelers and tourists alike.

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    18/07/2024

    Avolta brings a taste of Tuscany Florence in the Middle East celebrating the first branded All’Antico Vinaio culinary experience at DXB

    Avolta celebrates the brand partnership with All’Antico Vinaio. The globally renowned Florentine sandwich hero and Instagram darling launches the first of its concept at Dubai International (DXB), the world’s busiest international airport*, with traffic exceeding 87 million passengers per year, together with Avolta, where the company counts 13 F&B outlets.

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    18/07/2024

    Avolta partners with Real Madrid to open the Club's airport F&B outlets

    Avolta and Real Madrid, globally renowned Spanish football club, make a strategic move with a premium gastronomic and retail concept. The Corner by Real Madrid will be present in the duty-free stores at terminals T1 and T4 of Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, combining an F&B offer with official Club merchandise. The partnership includes an additional 11 spaces within duty-free stores across Spanish airports, where travelers will also find official Real Madrid merchandise.

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    17/07/2024

    A Wonderful World Awaits with Avolta at London Gatwick this Summer

    Working in close partnership with London Gatwick, Avolta has launched its “Wonderful World” Summer campaign.  Building on the success of last year, and tying into Avolta’s Destination 2027 strategy to make the journey as rewarding as the destination, Wonderful World 2024 is bigger and better than ever! Running from July to the end of September, the campaign has transformed Avolta’s World Duty Free stores in London Gatwick’s North and South Terminals – as well as areas of the airport itself – into a Wonderful World of unique experiences worth arriving early for.

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  • 15/07/2024

    We are delighted to invite you to our Half Year 2024 Results Presentation Webcast: Tuesday, July 30th 2024 at 14:30 CEST

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    12/07/2024

    Depart From the Everyday – with Avolta’s World Duty Free at MAG

    Avolta has developed and launched a bespoke summer campaign called Depart from the Everyday, which is being activated exclusively in its World Duty Free stores located in Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports. Running from July to September, the campaign transforms the World Duty Free stores into an influencer’s paradise, making the journey as exciting as the destination!

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    11/07/2024

    Hudson’s Unique Bookstore and Wine Bar Offers Travelers a Taste of Michigan at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

    Hudson Partners with Michigan Wine Collaborative to Create a Locally Inspired Oasis for Avid Readers and Wine Lovers to Relax and Unwind along their Journey

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    09/07/2024

    Communities In Schools Celebrates Record-Breaking Gift from Hudson

    Committed to generating positive impacts through travel retail, Hudson raises nearly USD $1.9 million to support CIS’ mission of helping kids succeed in school and achieve in life

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  • 08/07/2024

    Avolta opens new F&B location at China’s Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport with a five-year contract

    Avolta reaffirms its confidence in the growth of the APAC region, securing a contract to operate a new F&B outlet in China’s sixth largest airport, Chongqing Jiangbei International. Building on the success of its recently opened portfolio of F&B concepts and beauty boutiques, Avolta is proud to open ‘The Coffee Club’ for travelers through this key aviation hub.

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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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  • 13/03/2026

    Avolta launches share buyback program

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) launches its previously announced public share buyback program of up to CHF 225 million on March 16, 2026. This strategic initiative aims to enhance shareholder value in line with Avolta’s Destination 2027 strategy. 

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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 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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    Best Use of Innovative Digital Platforms (AI, VR, the Metaverse) - Retailer at Moodies Awards 2025

    Avolta Digital x Entertainment Innovation

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