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  • 11/10/2019

    Dufry to be entitled to reclaim tax payments in Brazil

    Dufry has been notified that a decision of the Federal Court in Rio de Janeiro in a lawsuit between one of our Brazilian subsidiaries and the Brazilian tax authority became final and non-appealable. Based on this decision, Dufry shall be entitled to reclaim tax payments made in prior years. The exact amount of the tax reclaim, effects that may fully or partially set off the tax reclaim, the timing of the actual recovery of the amount and the financial impact of the decision going forward are currently being evaluated.

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    02/10/2019

    Dufry wins two Sunglasses Vision 2020 Awards

    Dufry was delighted to be recognised in two categories in the 2019 awards ceremony

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  • 24/09/2019

    Dufry announces decision by AENA to extend concession to operate duty-free shops at 25 Spanish airports

    Dufry announces that the Board of Directors of AENA SME S.A. has decided to extend Dufry's current concession contract to operate duty-free shops at 25 Spanish airports for up to five more years.

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    12/09/2019

    Dufry and Salvatore Ferragamo partnership unveils Boutique in Hong Kong International Airport

    The store is located in the East Hall of Terminal 1 Departures and is fully renovated with fresh, contemporary design elements

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  • 12/09/2019

    Dufry signs new contract and expands its operations in Florianópolis International Airport

    Dufry, the global leader in travel retail, has signed a new contract to expand its presence at the Florianópolis International Airport, managed by Flughafen Zürich AG. The new contract includes two duty-free and one duty-paid shop totaling 650 m2 of additional sales space in the new airport terminal, which will be opened in October 2019.

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    31/08/2019

    Glen Garioch 1997, Cask 91, Exclusively Available at World Duty Free

    World Duty Free has partnered with Glen Garioch®, one of Scotland’s oldest whisky distilleries, for a limited-edition expression that will only be available at Aberdeen Airport

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  • 23/08/2019

    Dufry opens first border duty-free shop in Brazil

    Dufry officially opened yesterday its first Brazil duty-free border shop with a retail space of 850 m2. The shop offers an assortment of prestige international brands similar to those seen in Dufry's airport shops around the world. Uruguaiana is one of the most important cities in the South of Brazil, at the border to Argentina.

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    14/08/2019

    Barcelona Duty Free showcases the launch of Milka’s “Share Your Kindness” campaign

    Milka delivers a simple, yet important, reminder to travelers passing through Barcelona Duty Free: be kind

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    06/08/2019

    Lindt & Sprüngli Brings Magic to Millennials in selected Dufry-operated stores in Key Holiday Destinations

    The Travel the World campaign is already being promoted Zurich, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo Airports and is set to roll out to Dufry stores in the UK and Spain

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    31/07/2019

    World Duty Free exclusive Amouage launch

    The fragrance, created in homage to International Women's Day, will only be available at Heathrow this summer

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  • 30/07/2019

    Dufry reports ongoing improvement in organic growth and resilient cash generation in the first half of 2019

    Dufry posted steady turnover in the first half of 2019 reaching CHF 4,180.1 million driven by organic growth of 2.2%. Growth accelerated in the second quarter, propelled by improved like-for-like performance with the trend continuing in the first weeks of July. Adjusted operating cash flow was CHF 409.0 million. Dufry confirms the Equity Free Cash Flow target of CHF 350-400 million for the full-year 2019 and the medium term organic growth target of 3% to 4%.

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    25/07/2019

    World Duty Free launches exclusive Ian Macleod Distillers’ Tamdhu Single Cask

    Hand-picked by members of the Dufry team the Tamdhu Single Cask is limited to only 595 bottles

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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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