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  • Xiangste store-facade_Chongqing_Dufry_title

    03/08/2023

    Dufry launches Five Luxury Beauty Boutiques in China’s Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

    Dufry grows its presence in China with the opening of five luxury beauty boutiques at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport under the five-year contract won in September 2022. The spaces span over 450m2 both landside and in the airside departure area.

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    02/08/2023

    Dufry Opens New Debonair Food Hall in Palermo's Falcone Borsellino International Airport, Enriched with a Casual Dining Concept Created by Celebrated Chef Ciccio Sultano

    Dufry Group brings a stellar dining experience to the southern Italy hub of Palermo Falcone Borsellino airport, introducing three casual, street-food spaces to the airside food hall.

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  • Shanghai Hongqiao La Mer Boutique_July 2023_Dufry 1.jpg

    01/08/2023

    Dufry and Estée Lauder unveil stunning La Mer boutique at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

    Dufry and Estée Lauder Group are proud to unveil the new La Mer boutique in Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport Terminal 2, which welcomes 37 million passengers annually. This boutique is a new space for Dufry, following the contract award in February this year.

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  • 27/07/2023

    Dufry retains all relevant business in Spain, expanding floorspace by more than 30%

    Dufry wins all bids tendered for in Spain Aena awards Dufry the lots of Andalusia-Mediterranean, the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Catalonia and Madrid for twelve years, including 21 airports and 120 outlets covering around 60,000 m2 and serving approximately 132 million travellers annually (2019)Space awarded represents an additional 30% compared to the previous setup, as well as a material increase in sales categories First time incorporation of F&B concepts into the Retail spaces signals big move towards Hybrid by one of the largest global airport operators The new contracts will be accretive to Dufry’s profitability and cash flow

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    26/07/2023

    Dufry and Tissot bring the speed and excitement of MotoGP™ to Madrid airport

    Dufry’s Emotion+ activation with its omni channel strategy showcased an exciting installation representing one of the fastest and most exhilarating sports, with this successful collaboration marking the first in a calendar of entertaining activations with Tissot.

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    21/07/2023

    Dufry Opens New and Tantalizing Food Court at Rome Fiumicino Airport

    Dufry Group has opened a new on-trend food court in Terminal 1 at Rome Fiumicino airport, offering travelers an exciting selection of cuisines, from Japanese-Brazilian fusion through to a sparkling bar.

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  • 12/07/2023

    Dufry secures additional S&P Global Ratings Upgrade to BB with Outlook Stable, further increases its 2027 Revolving Credit Facility

    Marking the second upgrade this year, after an earlier upgrade in March, S&P Global Ratings have now further upgraded Dufry’s credit rating to BB, Outlook Stable. S&P Global Ratings’ action was based on Dufry’s strong performance, the continued momentum in travel as well as the successful completion of the business combination with Autogrill. Additionally, Dufry increases its Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) to EUR 2’675 million.

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  • 10/07/2023

    Invitation to Dufry’s Half Year Results 2023

    Dufry is delighted to invite you to our Half Year Results 2023 Video Conference Webcast: Friday, 4th August 2023 at 14.30h CEST

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  • 04/07/2023

    Dufry opened its new duty-paid store at Vitória airport, after signing a ten year contract with Zurich Airport Brasil

    Following the signing of a new ten year concession contract at Vitória airport, managed by Zurich Airport Brasil, to operate a duty-paid store, Dufry has now opened its new store.

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  • 01/07/2023

    Combination between Dufry and Autogrill – Threshold of 95% of Autogrill’s share capital for the purposes of the squeeze-out has been crossed.

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    23/06/2023

    Dufry to offer reusable and 100% recycled bags at operations in 22 countries

    The funds raised from the sale of the reusable bags will go to Oceana's marine habitats campaign, contributing to the protection of marine areas and endangered species

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    15/06/2023

    Dufry’s Whisky Festival 2023 – An unforgettable journey into the world famous spirit!

    Running for three months Dufry’s annual Whisky Festival is now well underway, with the aim of engaging and entertaining customers with in store tastings, live events and immersive experiences.

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  • 23/06/2026

    Avolta enters into an agreement with DFS to acquire its operations in Okinawa, entering the Japanese travel retail market

    Avolta AG (AVOL:SIX) announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of DFS Okinawa. The transaction will mark Avolta’s entry into one of Asia’s most dynamic travel retail markets, providing immediate scale in Japan and further strengthening its presence in Asia Pacific. 

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  • 22/06/2026

    Avolta awarded 10-year contract at Orlando International Airport across travel retail and F&B

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has been awarded a 10-year contract at Orlando International Airport (MCO) in the United States. The agreement strengthens Avolta’s long-term presence at the airport and covers more than 1,800m2. MCO is the busiest airport in Florida, serving nearly 58 million passengers each year.

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  • 15/06/2026

    Avolta enhances financial position with successful refinancing initiative

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has successfully completed the partial refinancing of its 2027 bond maturity, further enhancing its financial flexibility by extending its average debt maturity.

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  • 01/07/2026

    Avolta expands footprint at Santos Dumont Airport in Brazil

    Avolta, leading global travel retail and food and beverage player, is building on its 25+ year partnership with Santos Dumont Airport in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with an expanded walkthrough travel retail store and two new convenience stores.

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  • Avolta x Air Canada

    30/06/2026

    Avolta partners with Air Canada on loyalty partnership in North America

    Avolta has launched a partnership with Air Canada’s loyalty program enabling travelers to earn Aeroplan points when shopping across its travel retail network.

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  • Avolta displays FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise at Toronto Pearson Airport

    29/06/2026

    FIFA World Cup 2026™ Opens Official Merchandise Stores in Airports across North America

    For soccer fans traveling to and from FIFA World Cup 2026™ games this summer, the experience is starting earlier than you think. It begins at the airport.

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    Silver Award in Marketing Campaign at TREX Awards 2026

    Summer Club 2025

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    Gold Award in Marketing Campaign at TREX Awards 2026

    Whisky Social Club 2025

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    Gold Award in Confectionery and Food at TREX Awards 2026

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