Asia Pacific News

(1-Oct-2006) While DFS Group's recent encouraging results have been attributed in part to a new emphasis on mainland Chinese consumers, the DFNI archives reveal that the foundation for the strategy was laid long ago

(1-Oct-2006) THAILAND. The new Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport was set to open as DFNI went to press

(1-Oct-2006) SRI LANKA. Alpha Orient Lanka is to introduce a range of gifts, jewellery and fashion accessories at its arrivals stores at Colombo Bandaranaike International airport

(1-Oct-2006) Nuance-Watson (HK) has introduced anti-ageing skincare line La Colline in Temptation Duty Free beauty stores at Hong Kong International airport (HKIA)

(1-Oct-2006) Cadbury Schweppes International Travel Retail is working on ways to boost sales conversion rates among Chinese travellers after conducting research into their purchasing habits

(29-Sep-2006) State-run operator India Tourism Development Corp has invited expressions of interest in forming a joint venture to capitalise on opportunities in India and other markets

(29-Sep-2006) The retailer confirms its venture with the Four Seasons Hotel Macau, where it will open several luxury boutiques

(29-Sep-2006) The retailer hopes a range of travel goods and accessories will help offset the loss of its arrivals tobacco business

(29-Sep-2006) Build-operate-transfer contracts are becoming the tool of choice for governments seeking to privatise state infrastructure. And now at least one airport authority believes they can be applied to retail tenders. Gavin Lipsith travelled to Taipei to find out how

(27-Sep-2006) In a surprise move Bacardi, the world¹s largest rum manufacturer, has snapped up hip Kiwi vodka brand 42 Below