The latest G650 has taken off from Savannah, Georgia, and headed to the Chinese coastal city of Tianjin to join the fleet of Deer Jet. This G650 becomes the first private jet of its class registered in mainland China. Frank Fang, vice president of Deer Jet, said: “We are very honoured to take over the […]
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and David Whitaker, president of Choose Chicago, have announced projections of visitors to Chicago in the first quarter reached a record 10.51 million, an increase of 3.5 percent over first quarter 2016. The results build on Chicago’s record performance in 2016, when 54.1 million people visited the city. The results also bring […]
Boeing and Primera Air has announced an order for eight 737 MAX 9 airplanes, valued at more than $950 million at list prices. The agreement also includes purchase rights for four additional 737 MAX 9s and a lease agreement for eight more airplanes from Air Lease Corporation. The 737 MAX 9 will form the backbone […]
The airlines of the Lufthansa Group welcomed around 11.2 million passengers in April 2017, an increase of 25.1 per cent compared to the same month last year. The available seat kilometres were up 15.8 per cent over the previous year, and at the same time, sales increased by 25.2 per cent. The seat load factor […]
TUI Group is strengthening its presence in China, with the joint venture with the Chinese CTS Group extended by 15 years to 2033. TUI China was established by CTS and TUI in 2003, with the new deal revealed as TUI Group chief executive Fritz Joussen visits to China. “We are seeing new travel trends, in […]
As Gulf Air prepares to launch its dedicated holiday unit, Gulf Air Holidays, this summer, the airline has appointed online travel booking company Ezeego1.com as the back-end service provider. Gulf Air Holidays will offer travellers a wide range of holiday packages and tailor-made travel solutions to destinations worldwide – both across the Gulf Air network […]
Saudi Arabian Airlines has achieved a new record in its 72 year history, flying 2,906,070 guests in a single month. The figures reflect consistent growth in domestic and international sectors at a time when the carrier is undergoing expansion across its fleet and route network. In 2016, 30 million guests flew with Saudia. As of […]
The Norwegian Group board of directors has approved the launch of Norwegian Air Argentina’s plans of operation. The commencement of routes is dependent on government approvals. Ole Christian Melhus, chief executive, Norwegian Air Argentina said: “Argentina is an interesting market with great potential that fits Norwegian’s global strategy very well, combining affordable domestic and international […]
Gatwick Airport welcomed 3.8 million passengers in April, up 15 per cent on 2016, and marking 50 months of consecutive growth. The airport benefitted from the whole of the Easter school holiday falling in April, with an additional 496,200 passengers passing through the airport. Long-haul routes continue their booming growth at Gatwick, up 23 per […]
The second edition of International Tourism Film Festival Maldives is to be hosted by Sun Siyam Resorts, with the event set to take place from November 16th-18th this year at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives. The concept behind the event is to gather talents of different ages, interests and backgrounds at one place. With the […]
bmi regional has launched its two brand new routes from Birmingham Airport – to Gothenburg and Nuremberg. The new routes, which will both be operated six times per week, were welcomed to their new hub at Birmingham Airport by a water arch, while the first passengers enjoyed a slice of celebratory cake. The Gothenburg and […]
Cruise passengers visiting Abu Dhabi were greeted this week by a popup shop setup by Abu Dhabi Duty Free. Abu Dhabi Ports Cruise Terminal Manager Noura Al Dhaheri said: “We are happy to cooperate with Abu Dhabi Airports to enrich the passenger experience by providing travellers with excellent services while enjoying the facilities in the […]
UK company Molton Brown have announced impressive growth of 57% last year in the travel retail sector. Molton Brown Associate Director, Tim Pluess said: “Shoppers in every channel and region of Molton Brown’s business are embracing the brand more than ever, and it is a really exciting time of sustained growth. I’m delighted that travel […]
To coincide with their 85 years of “purveying happiness through chocolate” – Butlers Chocolates has launched a new range of gourmet chocolate mini bars. The range will come in the following six flavors – covering white, dark and milk chocolate varieties: Dark Chocolate Orange & Almond White Coconut & Almond 70% Dark Chocolate White Chocolate with […]
Biotherm, the French luxury skin care company owned by L’Oréal, have recently overhauled their duty free and travel retail shops at Oslo and Copenhagen airports.. A spokesperson for Biotherm said: “As soon as customers enter the Biotherm space, they realize simply by glancing around that all the elements here have been built around the ideas […]
Luxottica have launched the travel retail exclusive Oakley Silver sunglasses that will retail for a RRP of €139. Francis Gros, Luxottica Group Head of Global Channels said: “Following the success of previous Oakley travel retail exclusives, such as the Chainlink Ruby Iridium model, we’re pleased to bring further uniqueness and differentiation to the sunglasses category […]
The latest fragrance from Narciso Rodriguez, For Her Fleur Musc, launched this month at Dubai International Airport. Shiseido Travel Retail Vice President of Marketing Elisabeth Jouguelet said: “The launch of Fleur Musc marks a new chapter in the Narciso Rodriguez ‘For Her’ story, and we wanted to create a campaign strongly focused on retailtainment to […]
Visitors to Frankfurt Airport can now preorder duty free products online and have them delivered to their address in Germany. The new scheme is a joint venture between Heinemann and Fraport. To qualify for the service, you need to have a valid flight ticket from Frankfurt and the destination must be a country within the […]
Mon Guerlain, the new fragrance from Guerlain is being showcased at Terminal 1 in Singapore Changi Airport. Angelina Jolie is the face of the new perfume which has been created by Master Perfumer Thierry Wasser. Raelene Johnson from Shilla Duty Free said: “The Shilla Duty Free has always been committed to working closely with Changi Airport […]
A study commissioned by Tax Free World Association has shown that duty free and travel retail sales between January and November 2016 totaled $47.7bn worldwide which is an increase of 2.2%. TFWA President Erik Juul-Mortensen said: “Looking at the future, there are many causes for optimism: the outlook for the travel sector is very positive, […]
Bahrain Duty Free have upgraded their Hermès Parfums counter at Bahrain International Airport (BAH) from 3sqm to a huge 15sqm area. This comes off the back of Bulgari opening a fragrance counter as expansion continues at the airport. Hermès Parfums’ Middle East Director Paul Tager said: “The new setting is home to a sizeable collection […]
Qatar Duty Free have teamed up with HMSHost International to open a brand new open air food market called Harvest Market inside the five star terminal at Hamad International Airport. Walter Seib, CEO of HMSHost International said: “This partnership with one of the fastest growing airports in the Gulf, mark a significant milestone in our strategy […]
A new and improved Bulgari fragrance counter has been opened at Bahrain International Airport by Bahrain Duty Free. The new counter is much bigger, expanding a massive 400% from 3sqm to 12sqm. Bulgari Area Sales manager Loic Le Toux said: “In partnership with Bahrain Duty Free and Aer Rianta International, Bulgari is proud to be […]
AirAsia X have introduced the ability for passengers to purchase duty free products from the comfort of their own seat. The touch screen tablet includes all their usual inflight entertainment such as music, TV and films, but now gives travellers access to the AirAsia BIG Duty Free catalogue. Passengers will be able to pre-book the […]
Premier jewellers Tiffany & Co are to open two boutiques at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport in the second quarter of 2017 it has been announced. SDA CEO Guy Bodescot said: “We are very excited to contribute to Paris Aéroport’s strategy of creating the ultimate Parisian shopping experience by this new partnership with one of, […]
