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  • 01/11/2017

    Dufry extends its concession agreement with Malta International Airport

    Dufry has signed an extension to its concession contract to operate three stores at Malta International Airport, increasing its commercial space by more than 20%. The new contract term commences January 2019 and ends December 2026. As part of Dufry's global plan to offer passengers a WorldClass.WorldWide experience, the contract renewal includes a substantial investment for the extension and remodeling of the current walk-through departures store, as well as an arrivals store and a last-minute shop.

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  • 31/10/2017

    Dufry with strong peak season performance: high organic growth and cash generation in the first nine months of 2017

    In the first nine months of 2017, turnover reached CHF 6,270.5 million, driven by a strong organic growth performance across the group totalling 7.9%. Gross profit margin expanded by 100 basis points to 59.4% in the period. EBITDA further grew by 8.5% and reached CHF 743.6 million. Free cash flow generation in the third quarter was very strong with CHF 337.1 million.

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    26/10/2017

    Highland Park Marks Opening Of World Duty Free Store at Gatwick with Exclusive Single Cask Bottling

    An exclusive single cask bottling of Highland Park Single Malt Whisky has been launched at London Gatwick, to celebrate the opening of the new World Duty Free store in the airport’s North terminal.

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    25/10/2017

    Hudson Group Contributes $40,000 to Greater Houston Community Foundation’s Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund

    Created by Mayor Sylvester Turner, the Fund will provide immediate, medium, and longer-term relief to Greater Houston

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  • 17/10/2017

    Dufry and DFASS debut in Colombia by opening ten stores at El Dorado International Airport

    Dufry and DFASS reveal almost 3,200 m² of retail space with a grand opening at El Dorado International Airport, which includes duty-free and duty-paid shops across the international and domestic terminals. Dufry/DFASS bring their expertise to Colombia, offering a full range of high-end luxury goods and several commercial concepts including brand boutiques, specialized shops and the Hudson convenience stores.

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    16/10/2017

    World of Whiskies breaks records with an exclusive, Limited-Edition Old Pulteney Single Malt Whisky

    On 12th September World of Whiskies unveiled an exclusive, limited-edition Old Pulteney single malt whisky at Edinburgh International Airport.

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    16/10/2017

    World Duty Free launches 1990 Vintage Cask travel retail exclusive Old Pulteney Single Malt Scotch Whisky at Heathrow

    World Duty Free has launched the eagerly anticipated 1990 Vintage Cask Travel Retail Exclusive Single Malt Scotch Whisky in partnership with Old Pulteney and Heathrow Airport.

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  • 16/10/2017

    Conference Call on Dufry's Nine Months 2017 Results on October 31, 2017

    Dufry will publish its Nine Months 2017 results on October 31, 2017, and there will be a conference call held by Dufry at 13.00 CET that day.

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  • 11/10/2017

    Dufry prices EUR 800 million Senior Notes

    Dufry Group, a leading global travel retailer, priced EUR 800 million Senior Notes with a maturity of seven years. The offering was upsized from the previously announced EUR 500 million amount. The annual interest rate will be 2.5 percent and interest will be payable semi-annually in arrears. Proceeds from the offering are intended to be used to redeem the existing EUR 500 million principal amount of outstanding Senior Notes due 2022 and reduce bank debt.

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    10/10/2017

    ​​​​​​​World Duty Free wins ‘Best Marketing Activity’ in Annual Sunglasses Awards at TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes

    World Duty Free, a Dufry company, is delighted to have won ‘Best Marketing Activity for Sunglasses’ for its contentainment activity

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  • 09/10/2017

    Dufry plans to issue EUR 500 million Senior Notes

    Dufry plans to issue EUR 500 million Senior Notes with a maturity of seven years. Proceeds from the offering are intended to be used, together with cash on hand, to redeem the existing EUR 500 million principal amount of outstanding Senior Notes due 2022.

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    06/10/2017

    World Duty Free’s Gatwick campaign wins ‘Marketing Campaign of the Year’ at Frontier Awards

    World Duty Free, a Dufry company, is delighted to have won ‘Marketing Campaign of the Year by a Retailer’ at the Frontier Awards during the TFWA World Exhibition and Conference in Cannes this week

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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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