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    05/04/2019

    Roger Federer opens Lindt Chocolate boutique at Zurich airport

    The tennis superstar delighted passengers, opening the Lindt Chocolate Boutique jointly operated by Lindt & Sprüngli Travel Retail and Dufry, in close collaboration with Zurich Airport

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    04/04/2019

    Dufry launches its first duty-free arrivals store at Pulkovo St. Petersburg airport

    The new opening marks the expansion of Dufry at Pulkovo St. Petersburg, being the third shop that the company operates at this airport.

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    04/04/2019

    World Duty Free shortlisted for the Sunday Times Style Awards

    World Duty Free has been shortlisted for the "Best Beauty Retailer" award 2019

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    28/03/2019

    London Heathrow Airport wins the World’s Best Airport for Shopping

    London Heathrow has been named the World’s Best Airport for Shopping by travellers in the Skytrax annual survey.

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    22/03/2019

    Dufry and Bulova sets sail with Miss Colombia on Pullmantur Monarch Cruise

    Dufry, Bulova and Pullmantur Cruceros strike an exciting partnership and will set sail with Miss Colombia 2019, Gabriela Nader, on Pullmantur Monarch vessel, which will travel the Antillas y Caribe Sur itinerary

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  • 15/03/2019

    Dufry Day in Zurich 15 May, 2019

    Dufry is pleased to invite you to its 2019 Dufry Day to take place this year in Zurich, Switzerland.

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  • 14/03/2019

    Dufry posts resilient full year 2018 results with strong cash generation

    Dufry delivered resilient results for the 2018 business year despite difficult market conditions in certain geographies. Equity free cash flow grew by 97.4%, while cash earnings per share increased by 6.9%.

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    08/03/2019

    Dufry, Manchester Airport and Clinique join forces to “surprise and delight” passengers

    ​​​​​​​Dufry has partnered with Manchester Airport and Clinique to celebrate International Women’s Day and share the gift of happiness with Clinique iD through a full brand takeover in the month of March.

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    08/03/2019

    Dufry opens its third New Generation Store in Latin America and introduces the concept in Argentina

    Following a major renovation of Ezeiza International Airport, Dufry further developed its operations at the airport with the opening of its first New Generation Store in Argentina and the third of its kind in Latin America.

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    04/03/2019

    Dufry launches first ever airport exclusive Single Cask Speyside Single Malt whisky

    Dufry has launched Ian Macleod Distillers’ first ever airport exclusive Tamdhu Single Cask Speyside Single Malt whisky in partnership with Edinburgh Airport

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    28/02/2019

    Dufry unveils its new walk-through store at Malta International Airport

    Dufry has unveiled a new walk-though under its ‘Dufry Shopping’ concept

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    14/02/2019

    Hudson Group Debuts First North American Duty-Free Moncler Boutique at Vancouver International Airport

    Hudson opens the first duty-free Moncler freestanding boutique in North America

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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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