Asia Pacific News

(12-May-2008) New airport terminals drive Asian travel-retail sales * Investment sparks optimism among retailers * Dollar weakness affects some retailers * European response to liquids issue criticised

(12-May-2008) The 90sq m (968sq ft) outlet offers the complete Emporio Armani collection for men and women

(12-May-2008) JTM’s Masato Takamatsu and HCS’ Ian Cesa discussed the Japanese outbound travel market and possible research projects

(12-May-2008) A fascinating workshop at TFWA’s Gate One2One conference in Singapore gave delegates an insight into the models employed by some of the region’s biggest airports

(12-May-2008) Branding, collaboration and insights into consumer behaviour were the main topics of the event’s keynote session

(12-May-2008) The retailer operates stand-alone stores for Gucci, Burberry, Hermès and Bottega Veneta at the terminal

(12-May-2008) Can a beauty and fashion specialist make a success of one of Asia’s leading duty-free liquor businesses? This is the challenge that lies ahead for South Korea’s Lotte Duty Free as it starts its five-year liquor and tobacco concession at Seoul Incheon airport. Joe Bates reports

(12-May-2008) After years of struggling, the duty-free liquor business in Asia once again has a spring in its step. Joe Bates surveys a thriving category which is being driven by super- and ultra-premium sales

(12-May-2008) Japan Tobacco International’s acquisition of UK rival Gallaher has added to its momentum, and boosting the group’s presence in travel-retail is now a priority, JTI executive vice-president, deputy CEO and CFO Yasushi Shingai tells Gavin Lipsith

(12-May-2008) When Singapore achieved EU recognition for its security measures on liquids, aerosols and gels, many thought other Asia/Pacific countries would also follow suit and that the transfer issue would soon be resolved. Five months later, and it appears it could be some time before Singapore is joined by any other countries. Andrew Pentol reports