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  • 04/04/2024

    Avolta secures S&P Global Ratings Upgrade to BB+ with Outlook Stable

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel experience player, confirms its upgraded credit rating from S&P Global Rating from BB to BB+ with Outlook Stable, as announced by the rating agency yesterday. Based on Avolta’s strong 2023 operating performance and tightened financial policy, the credit rating upgrade also underscores the successful integration with Autogrill which was achieved ahead of schedule.

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    03/04/2024

    Avolta brings iconic Dutch snack brand FEBO to Schiphol Airport

    Today Avolta celebrated the opening of much-loved Dutch snack brand FEBO in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. FEBO has been serving its popular snacks and fries in the Netherlands for 83 years, but today marks the first time the brand has opened a store at an airport in the Netherlands.

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  • 03/04/2024

    Avolta proudly announces expanded contract with Norwegian Cruise Line: wins 4 new ships, boosts total presence to 18 ships

    Avolta, leading travel experience player, has been chosen as the main retail partner by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), expanding their presence across nearly the entire NCL fleet and strengthening the company’s cruise portfolio. The major cruise company has awarded Avolta new contracts on a total of four NCL ships as well as renewing its existing contracts for 14 NCL ships. Avolta is kicking off new contracts on Norwegian Viva, Norwegian Prima, Norwegian Star, and Norwegian Encore. In addition, Avolta has been tapped to serve as the retail partner for NCL’s next Prima Class newbuild, Norwegian Aqua, which is set to debut in 2025.

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  • 28/03/2024

    Avolta receives Moody’s upgraded credit rating to Ba2 with Stable Outlook

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel experience player, confirms its upgraded credit rating from Ba3 to Ba2 with Stable outlook according to Moody’s Investment Service announcement yesterday. The credit rating upgrade follows the successful closing of the business combination with Autogrill in 2023 as well as the company’s strong 2023 financial performance, the announcement of a balanced capital allocation policy and the solid trading environment in 2024.

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  • 28/03/2024

    Avolta pilots partnership to measure CO2 footprint of its Dutch F&B offerings

    Avolta, the leading global travel experience player, is partnering with sustainability data experts HowGood and PS in Foodservice to pilot a new innovation to measure its carbon footprint within the Dutch supply chain. The pilot aligns with two key focus areas of Avolta’s recently-published ESG strategy: Create Sustainable Travel Experiences and Respect Our Planet. The initiative equips Avolta with a centralized platform to accurately calculate the carbon impact of ingredients used in its F&B stores in the Netherlands. Subsequently, Avolta can collaborate directly with partners across its local supply chain to devise a more sustainable approach to its operations.

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  • 27/03/2024

    Avolta embarks on 10-year journey with 8 new F&B stores at India’s new Noida International Airport, grows India footprint to more than 100 stores

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), leading global travel experience player has been awarded eight new F&B concessions for 10 years at India’s soon-to-be-opened Noida International Airport, strengthening its presence in India. With a floorspace of more than 1,200 m2, Avolta brings an exciting portfolio of F&B brands, delivering global and local experience with a strong sense of place. The new partnership underscores Avolta’s commitment to significantly grow the company’s presence in the APAC region, boosting its Indian footprint to include F&B and duty free, across more than 100 stores in four airports and two shopping malls, and with more than 150 POS. Poised to make local and international travelers happier, Noida International Airport has been built to connect the greater Delhi area and Western Uttar Pradesh with other cities in India and the world.

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    26/03/2024

    HMSHost Offers Travelers a New Dining Adventure at Calgary International Airport

    HMSHost Opens Summit House in Concourse B, Featuring Craft Beers from Local Brewery Banded Peak Brewing and a Diverse Menu Worth Exploring

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    25/03/2024

    Avolta opens The Burger Federation at Düsseldorf Airport

    On Thursday, Avolta celebrated the opening of The Burger Federation at Düsseldorf Airport. It is the first time that the leading global travel experience player has brought this proprietary brand, developed specifically for locations with high visitor numbers, to a German airport. The concept offers travelers a gastronomic experience and gourmet burger creations in the ambience of an American farmhouse. With this opening, Avolta is expanding its partnership with Düsseldorf Airport and continuing its growth course in recent years.

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  • 25/03/2024

    Avolta adds Cologne Bonn Airport to operational portfolio with award of 17 new stores for ten years, strengthens footprint in Germany

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), the leading global travel experience player, is expanding its presence in Europe, by entering into a new partnership with Flughafen Köln/Bonn GmbH. The contract win sees Avolta open 17 new food and beverage stores at Cologne Bonn Airport, located between the cities of Cologne and Bonn, Germany. With 24/7 operations and access to a population of 17 million within 100km, the new stores, set to begin opening in the fourth quarter of 2024, significantly increase Avolta’s contact points with travelers.

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    22/03/2024

    Avolta donates more than 1.5 billion liters of clean drinking water to communities in Indonesia, Vietnam, India and Africa

    This year marks a significant World Water Day for Avolta, as it prepares to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the partnership with Netherlands-based water charity, Made Blue Foundation. The initiative began during the Summer of 2014, providing developing communities access to clean drinking water, with a donation for every beverage sold at the company’s operations in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

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  • 21/03/2024

    Avolta wins new 6-year duty-paid contract at Maceió-Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport in Brazil

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) is delighted to announce a new six year contract at Brazil’s Maceió-Zumbi dos Palmares airport to operate a 170m² duty paid store. An international gateway to vibrant tourist destinations and historic cities, the airport attracts over 2.5 million passengers annually (2023 figures), and with the win of this duty paid contract in a new airport location, Avolta further extends its already significant footprint in Brazil.

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  • 20/03/2024

    Avolta affirms partnership with Edinburgh Airport: 20+ years of operations strengthened by 7-year contract extension, grows floorspace by 30%

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has successfully extended its contract to operate the tax and duty free store at Edinburgh airport for an additional seven years. Strengthening the company’s 20+ years of operations at the same store, the contract win also represents an increase in retail space of 30%. Edinburgh airport is the busiest airport in Scotland, handling almost 15 million passengers each year (2019 figures), and an important driver for the Scottish economy thanks to its connectivity with other parts of the UK and internationally.

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  • 30/07/2026 Ad hoc

    Avolta delivered a resilient performance in H1 2026 despite strong geopolitical headwinds

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) H1 2026 IFRS turnover and operating profit reached CHF 6,569m and CHF 441m respectively, while the Group generated CHF 207m EFCF, reflecting strong cash generation during Q2 2026. Avolta reconfirms its medium-term outlook.

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  • 23/07/2026

    Avolta secures eight-year duty-free extension at Aruba Airport in the Caribbean

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has signed an eight-year extension with Aruba Airport Authority N.V for its duty-free operations at Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). The agreement ensures the continuation of Avolta’s presence at the airport building on a partnership of more than 30 years.

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  • 16/07/2026

    Avolta's HY 2026 Results Invitation

    We are delighted to invite you to our HY Results Presentation Webcast: Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 14:30 CEST

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    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.

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    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.

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    20/07/2026

    Avolta enters Venice Marco Polo Airport

    Avolta is further strengthening its airport channel presence in Italy with a new Costa Coffee outlet and a Hudson convenience store at Venice Marco Polo Airport.

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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

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    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

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    Airport Coffee/Tea Shop of the Year (Regional Winner North America) at 2026 Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Awards

    Brooklyn Tea & Market at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport

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