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  • 04/06/2014

    Dufry's Conference Calls on the Acquisition of The Nuance Group

  • 04/06/2014

    Dufry signs agreement to acquire 100% of The Nuance Group – creating significant value and enhancing its global leadership in travel retail

    Highly attractive potential synergies of CHF 70 million at Nuance levelCombining Dufry and Nuance will confirm Dufry as the global leader in the airport retail industry reaching 15% of worldwide market share with presence in 5 continents, 63 countries, 239 airports with close to 1,750 shopsStrong fit of Nuance's business complementary with Dufry's operations in the Mediterranean, Europe, Asia as well as the United States and CanadaTotal purchase consideration of CHF 1.55 billion to be financed with CHF 1 billion in equity and CHF 550 million in new debtStrong value creation for shareholders – robustly accretive to cash EPS as of 2015 financial year and double digit accretive thereafter

  • 13/05/2014

    Modification on the Means of Disclosure of the Material Facts

  • 06/05/2014

    Dufry's performance for first quarter 2014 is on growth mode

    Dufry's turnover grew by 9.0% in constant FX rates and reached CHF 775.0 million in the first quarter of 2014. EBITDA reached CHF 89.1 million and EBITDA margin was 11.5% in the quarter. Cash flow before working capital grew by 15.6% and reached CHF 93.6 million.

  • 29/04/2014

    Results of Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on April 29, 2014

  • 22/04/2014

    Conference Call on Dufry's First Quarter 2014 Results on May 6, 2014

  • 03/04/2014

    Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on April 29, 2014

  • 13/03/2014

    Consolidation of concession portfolio and growth acceleration deliver solid results for Dufry Group in 2013

    Dufry had a strong performance in the financial year 2013. Turnover grew by 13.3% to CHF 3,571.7 million, with organic growth accelerating to 4.8% in the fourth quarter 2013. EBITDA reached CHF 511.1 million, with an EBITDA margin of 14.3%. Net cash from operating activities grew by 13.8% and reached CHF 435 million in 2013.

  • 27/02/2014

    Presentation on Dufry's 2013 Full Year Results on March 13, 2014

  • 22/01/2014

    Dufry expands its presence in Africa opening new shops in Nigeria

  • 23/12/2013

    Luis Marin is appointed as Dufry's new Chief Corporate Officer and joins the Group Executive Committee

  • 16/12/2013

    Dufry completes the acquisition of the 49% stake in Hellenic Duty Free and issues and lists 1,231,233 new registered shares

    Dufry has completed the acquisition of the remaining 49% equity stake in Hellenic Duty Free. In connection therewith, Dufry has issued 1,231,233 new registered shares which will be listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange as of today.

Press Releases & Ad Hoc Announcements

  • 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.

  • 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. 

  • 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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    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.

  • A group of people standing in front of a store for the ribbon cutting

    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.

  • A group of people cutting the ribbon at the opening of a store

    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

  • Avolta's Linkedin banner

    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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