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DFNIOnline ArchivesJanuary 2005 DFNIOnline News Archive
(31-Jan-2005)
The Portuguese joint-venture retailer confirms it is to operate a departures store at Luanda International airport
(31-Jan-2005)
Enhanced computer systems and strong passenger growth have boosted retail results at the Bulgarian airport
(31-Jan-2005)
The Pearl River Delta's emergence as a powerhouse economy will underpin growth at the Asian hub airport, says Hong Kong International airport CEO Dr David Pang
(31-Jan-2005)
The International Air Transport Association recorded double-digit passenger growth across all regions and predicts the aviation industry will return to profit this year
(28-Jan-2005)
Italian and Spanish markets speculate on whether Italian firm Autogrill is poised to launch a counter-bid to Dufry Group's Eu31 ($40) per share offer for Aldeasa
(28-Jan-2005)
The group's nine-month results show a solid performance from its retail operation despite a challenging trading climate
(28-Jan-2005)
The Italian firm has trumped Dufry Group's offer for the Spanish retailer in a bid tabled after discussions with Aldeasa stakeholder Altadis
(28-Jan-2005)
Most of the travel-retail industry's leading companies are to attend next week's event in London
(28-Jan-2005)
CYPRUS. Aer Rianta International (ARI) has formed a joint venture with CTC, owned by the Cypriot conglomerate Shakolas Group, as it prepares to re-enter the travel-retail market in Cyprus
(28-Jan-2005)
The Espace Voyageur concept, devised by French travel-retail organisation Association Française du Commerce du Voyageur (AFCOV) in the wake of intra-EU duty-free abolition in 1999, could finally be debated by the French parliament this year
(27-Jan-2005)
After a lengthy board meeting, the company's directors today rejected the Eu29 ($37.66) bid from the Gestion de Explotaciones Aeroportuarias consortium
(26-Jan-2005)
The company's long-standing executive vice-president commercial affairs Michel De Rouck will by Doug Benham of new BIAC owner Macquarie Airports
(26-Jan-2005)
The UK airport has selected the two retailers from five bidders and aims to make a final decision in March
(26-Jan-2005)
Duty Free Americas owners add fashion label to their portfolio
(26-Jan-2005)
Fierce competition is anticipated for a store on one of the busiest borders in Bulgaria
(25-Jan-2005)
Abu Dhabi Duty Free has opened a new pharmacy in partnership with a local retailer
(25-Jan-2005)
The two companies, partners in the Sintres company which acquired 75% of Dufry last year, have agreed to split the remaining 25% of the Swiss retailer
(25-Jan-2005)
The Swiss retailer, backed by Advent International, appears to hold the upper hand as the bid for Aldeasa intensifies
(25-Jan-2005)
Montreal Pierre Trudeau will be the next airport to welcome Aer Rianta International's new retail brand, as the company confirms it has withdrawn its interest in the Birmingham tender
(24-Jan-2005)
Dufry Group confirms it will launch a bid to buy the Spanish travel retailer
(24-Jan-2005)
The airport's total rent relief to the concessionaire since September 11 2001 will stand at $34.2m if the latest proposal is approved, say local reports
(24-Jan-2005)
The American association donates $2,500 to the Raven Fox Ball, to be held in London next month
(24-Jan-2005)
The retailer's share price dropped over 10% on opening today as the market considered the implications of changes to its contract with the Spanish airport authority
(24-Jan-2005)
The retailer hails the "fantastic" response from the travel-retail industry as the disaster relief fund reaches new heights
(22-Jan-2005)
Friction between the Spanish airport authority and Aldeasa over their current concession agreement has surprised the Gestion de Explotaciones Aeroportuarias consortium and other interested parties
(21-Jan-2005)
The airports group is to launch the Airport Retail Benchmarking initiative (ARBi) at the ACI Europe Airport Trading conference in Zürich in March
(21-Jan-2005)
Spanish press reports suggest that the two venture capitalist groups may join forces to bid for Aldeasa
(21-Jan-2005)
The retailer tells RavenFox.com that is in talks regarding a "possible cooperation" with the Philip Morris subsidiary
(21-Jan-2005)
The fashion accessories company takes Silver sponsorship at next month's event in London
(20-Jan-2005)
The luxury goods group reaches Eu12.6bn ($16.4bn) in total sales and hails 'strong sales' for its duty-free retail division DFS Group
(20-Jan-2005)
A new name makes public its interest in the Spanish retailer, reports suggest
(20-Jan-2005)
Travel-retail publisher Moodie International makes pledge to the Raven Fox Ball in aid of Beslan siege survivors
(20-Jan-2005)
The Swiss retailer bolsters its electronics business at Singapore Changi with a new 136sq m store
(20-Jan-2005)
Travel-retail representatives from the ETRC and ECSA proposed a new framework for mobile operators at their first meeting with the EU Excise Committee in Brussels earlier this month
(19-Jan-2005)
As the GEA consortium's bid for the Spanish retailer is given the go-ahead by the Spanish stock exchange, Dufry Group owner Advent is mulling a bid of its own
(19-Jan-2005)
Investment in duty-free and other retail areas pays off handsomely
(19-Jan-2005)
The association has appointed Jane Grant to explore sponsorship opportunities
(19-Jan-2005)
As the private equity firm Advent International considers another addition to its travel-retail portfolio, RavenFox.com examines the implications of a deal
(19-Jan-2005)
The UK news and books retailer reports good results for its travel-retail stores over the Christmas holiday period
(19-Jan-2005)
The Dufry Group owner confirms it is studying a bid to take over Aldeasa, as the Spanish retailer's share price reaches a five-year high
(18-Jan-2005)
The airport is to develop commercial revenue streams further this year
(18-Jan-2005)
The Spanish airport authority will share its vision for the future at next month's Global Travel Retail Summit, speaking alongside some of the biggest names in travel-retail
(18-Jan-2005)
Strong tourist arrivals at Kuala Lumpur International airport have driven the Malaysian operator's sales over 2004
(17-Jan-2005)
Montblanc is in a strong position after the financial bids are revealed
(17-Jan-2005)
The retailer's staff and management have given generously to the Alpha fund, on top of the company's corporate pledge
(17-Jan-2005)
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore has hired Sanchoon Builders to design and build Changi's new low-cost terminal, scheduled for completion early next year
(17-Jan-2005)
An increase could be good news for non-European travel retailers' sales of fashion, electrical and luxury items
(17-Jan-2005)
The airport welcomed over 17m passengers in 2004 and anticipates strong growth this year
(17-Jan-2005)
New arrivals and landside shopping will be among the big developments in 2005
(17-Jan-2005)
The company secures the US duty-free distribution rights to the German herbal liqueur brand
(14-Jan-2005)
Elizabeth Arden has launched the fashion house's first Euro-centric male fragrance, playing on its established sailing theme
(14-Jan-2005)
The Middle Eastern retailer continues its tradition of generosity with a large donation to the survivors of the Beslan massacre
(14-Jan-2005)
The trade association is to make donations to the Alpha Sri Lanka Tsunami Relief Fund and to the PATA Foundation Tsunami Recovery Fund
(14-Jan-2005)
The continuing economic recovery in Argentina is reflected in 2004 traffic figures posted by the country's leading airport operator
(14-Jan-2005)
Spanish airport operator AENA has announced strong traffic results for 2004 with passenger numbers reaching 166m, an increase of 7.9% on the previous year
(14-Jan-2005)
The operator is to continue investment in its Greek stores while it examines further opportunities for growth
(14-Jan-2005)
The carrier is to seek a majority stakeholder for its retail subsidiary as the next step of its divestment process
(14-Jan-2005)
The retailer emerges from a tough year at Copenhagen Kastrup airport but insists it can compete if Norway adopts arrivals duty-free
(13-Jan-2005)
Continental Europe's biggest airport confirms that it handled over 50m passengers in 2004
(12-Jan-2005)
The UK airports group records 6.9% traffic growth in 2004 to post its highest ever passenger numbers
(11-Jan-2005)
Parfums Christian Dior reorganises its Asia/Pacific travel-retail team
(11-Jan-2005)
The retailer is named as one of the UAE's top brands for a second time
(11-Jan-2005)
LVMH's drinks business acquires the famous Scotch brand and its accompanying portfolio
(11-Jan-2005)
The South African retailer hopes to grow turnover at the store after beating currency fluctuations to post a solid performance in 2004
(11-Jan-2005)
Some of the world's top retailers, suppliers and landlords are in the running for recognition at the inaugural Raven Fox Global Travel Retail Awards, to be announced in London on February 3
(11-Jan-2005)
Aldeasa and major shareholder Altadis appoint investment banks to advise over Gestion de Explotaciones Aeroportuarias' bid for the Spanish retailer
(10-Jan-2005)
The currency exchange firm's Australian operation has donated $757,000 to the World Vision Tsunami Relief Fund through its support of a star-studded fundraising cricket match
(7-Jan-2005)
Airport Authority Hong Kong is considering whether to offer airside retail space at the new facility, due to open next year, through an open tender or by invitation
(7-Jan-2005)
The dynamic US-based travel retailer and brand owner is understood to be interested in the LVMH-owned fashion house
(7-Jan-2005)
Raven Fox is delighted to announce that Alfredo Pria 1824 is to support February's Global Travel Retail Summit as a silver sponsor.
(6-Jan-2005)
Adelaide Airport Limited (AAL) corporate affairs manager John McArdle has been reappointed as chairman of the Australian Airports Association (AAA) for the third consecutive year at the AAA's national convention in Alice Springs
(6-Jan-2005)
Decision on future of overseas arm Aer Rianta International will come at the end of April
(5-Jan-2005)
Authorities insist 2005 estimates can be achieved despite devastation
(5-Jan-2005)
Taiwanese operator pledges immediate funding plus 1% of sales for the next two months to tsunami relief
(5-Jan-2005)
The UK airports group lends its support to victims of the tsunami disaster
(4-Jan-2005)
The retailer celebrates passing the half billion-dollar mark after year-on-year sales growth of more than 30%
(4-Jan-2005)
The fund established by Alpha Orient Lanka and Centaur Travel Retail to aid a Sri Lankan community devastated by tsunami has drawn widespread support from the trade
(4-Jan-2005)
The group's 18 contracts at Vienna International airport have been extended until December 2012 as landlord and retailer settle their differences out of court
(4-Jan-2005)
The Spanish government is considering revoking the retailer's special licence to sell tobacco as part of new tobacco legislation
(3-Jan-2005)
Sources close to the Chinese government confirmed to RavenFox.com that an agreement allowing Beijing Capital International Airport to source duty-free goods independently of China Duty Free Group will soon be made official