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  • 09/06/2020

    Dufry's new Global Executive Committee structure, effective September 1, 2020, integrates HQ and divisions, while simplifying top management functions

    Dufry is adapting its organization to the new business environment to accelerate growth and support profitability during the recovery phase of the economic crisis and beyond. The new organizational structure, which will become effective as of September 1, 2020, aims at further strengthening the airport travel retail business and other channels, thus driving the company's profitability and preparing growth acceleration.

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  • 18/05/2020

    Results of Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on May 18, 2020

    The Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG was held at the offices of Dufry AG at Brunngässlein 12, 4052 Basel, Switzerland, on May 18, 2020 at 14.00 hrs. The meeting was held in compliance with the provisions issued by the Swiss Federal Council on measures to combat the Coronavirus (COVID-19), validly convened and constituted, and shareholders duly registered in the share register of the Company representing 26,423,071 shares and 48% of the total share capital of Dufry AG were represented at the meeting.

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  • 12/05/2020

    Dufry's Q1 2020 Trading Update

    Dufry's turnover reached CHF 1,438.7 million in the first quarter of 2020 equal to - 20.8% in constant FX versus the same period last year. Performance during the first three months of 2020 was significantly impacted by an unprecedented reduction in passengers flows in airports, cruise lines and touristic destinations around the world due to the spread of the Covid-19 crises. In the first quarter 2020, organic growth amounted to -21.4%.

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  • 04/05/2020

    Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on May 18, 2020 – Change in the Proposed Board Member

    The Dufry Board of Directors proposes Mary J. Steele Guilfoile to be elected to the Board of Directors succeeding Andrés Holzer Neumann, who will not stand for re-election at the upcoming Ordinary General Meeting.

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  • 29/04/2020

    Conference Call on Dufry's First Quarter 2020 Trading Update on May 12, 2020

    Dufry will publish its First Quarter Trading Update on May 12, 2020, and there will be a conference call held by Dufry at 14.00h CEST that day.

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  • 27/04/2020

    Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG on May 18, 2020

    The Ordinary General Meeting of Dufry AG will be held on May 18, 2020, at 14.00 CEST at the offices of Dufry AG at Brunngässlein 12, CH-4058 Basel, Switzerland.

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  • 24/04/2020

    Dufry successfully completes the placement of 5,500,000 shares and the offering of CHF 350 million convertible bonds

    Share placement

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  • 23/04/2020

    Dufry announces the launch of a placement of shares by way of an accelerated bookbuilding and the offering of approximately CHF 300 million convertible bonds

    Share placement

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  • 23/04/2020

    Dufry announces initiatives to strengthen its capital structure, presents the Board's proposals to the Ordinary General Meeting 2020, and provides preliminary information on first quarter business performance

    Dufry is taking a comprehensive set of initiatives to strengthen its capital structure and liquidity position, in addition to the cost saving and cash flow management measures already announced on March 12, 2020. These initiatives are designed to help the company sustain a prolonged period of significant disruptions and reinforce its competitive positioning in the longer term.

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  • 14/04/2020

    Dufry postpones Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders 2020

    Dufry's Board of Directors has decided to postpone the Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders initially scheduled for May 7, 2020. The new date will be announced in due course.

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  • 12/03/2020

    Dufry reaches 3% organic growth and an equity free cash flow of CHF 383.3 million in 2019, delivering on its targets

    Dufry's turnover reached CHF 8,848.6 million in the year with organic growth confirming the acceleration trend and reaching 3.0%. Gross Profit margin expanded by 40 basis points from 59.8% to 60.2% in 2019. Adjusted Operating Cash Flow was CHF 959.9 million, while Equity Free Cash Flow came in at CHF 383.3 million in line with the mid-term Equity Free Cash Flow target of CHF 350-400 million.

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    05/03/2020

    Luxury ‘Kitchen Table’ Business Takes Off With Dufry at Cardiff Airport

    A specially-created range of Sloane Home products can now be found in Dufry’s Cardiff Airport store.

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  • 07/08/2026

    Avolta acquires majority stake in Penha Duty Free Group

    Avolta (SIX: AVOL) announces the acquisition of a majority stake in Penha Duty Free Group, a duty-free operator in the Caribbean.

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  • 05/08/2026

    Avolta enters Kolkata Airport, growing duty-free presence in India

    Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has been awarded a seven-year duty-free contract at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, marking the company’s entry into the airport and continued growth in India.

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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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    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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