Body and home cosmetics brand Rituals continues to gain momentum in the U.S. and with the appointment of Miami-based Essence Corp. last year, is also making a big push in travel retail in the Americas. In a meeting with TMI during the Orlando Summit, Rituals Director Travel Retail Neil Ebbutt, said that the brand is now in […]
The Future of Beauty: Shiseido Travel Retail bolstered by Group’s new Global Innovation Centre
Shiseido Group opened its new research hub – the Shiseido Global Innovation Centre – in April, in the Minato Mirai 21 area in Yokohama, Japan. GIC, (also referred to as ‘S/PARK’) is expected to further strengthen Shiseido Travel Retail’s pioneering skincare and cosmetic innovations. With the centre’s expert researchers and state-of-the art facilities and equipment, […]
VIVA GLAM celebrates 25 years of giving to fight AIDS
In the 25 years since M·A·C Cosmetics’ introduced its ground-breaking socially active VIVA GLAM lipstick, the company has raised $500 million to fight against HIV/AIDS. Created in 1994, at the height of the HIV epidemic, the founders of M·A·C, Frank Angelo and Frank Toskan, wanted to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people […]
Nathan Moris, VP, GM of Travel Retail Americas at ELC moves to new role
After nearly five years as Vice President, General Manager, Travel Retail Americas, Nathan Moris will assume a new position within The Estée Lauder Companies later this month as Vice President, General Manager, Estée Lauder, AERIN and Origins for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Moris will also join the EMEA Leadership Team. As Vice President, General […]
Cabeau reveals revolutionary Track and Shield to keep track of luggage and more
Travel accessories company Cabeau, known for its award-winning travel pillows and accessories, has created a revolutionary new smart lock that can track both belongings and people from across the globe. Revealed at a special Cabeau Experience launch event in Los Angeles before the Duty Free & Travel Retail Summit of the Americas, the Cabeau Track […]
IBBI brings more innovation and affordable luxury to Orlando Summit
International Brand Builders Inc (IBBI) is focusing on innovation this year, bringing new collections to the 2019 Summit and adding new brands to its “affordable luxury” portfolio. Infinity & Co England: Infinity & Co recently partnered with IBBI to expand its distribution in the Americas. The company offers two unique brand lines: I & […]
Solari Hemp and CBD promise “seed to shelf” quality control for future TR channel
One of the most intriguing new product categories on the horizon is the range of products in the burgeoning hemp and CBD industries. Hemp and CBD have taken the personal care and wellness world by storm over the past few years, with myriad new product launches across all major industries. The 2018 U.S. Farm Bill […]
Brand Strategy brings top-name fashion to travel retail
Brand Strategy is another fashion company debuting in travel retail at the Summit this year. Helmed by well-known Ellyn Porpora for its duty free business, the company distributes and manages a distinguished portfolio of branded products within specialized channels globally (Booth 700). With a portfolio that includes such brands as Cole Haan, Nautica, Adidas Golf […]
JTI wins global recognition for its Human Resources practices
JTI’s excellence in people practices throughout the world has been recognized as the company was awarded a Global Top Employer for the fifth consecutive year last month, one of only 14 companies to reach that level. The company was also awarded regional certifications in Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Africa and the Middle East. In […]
Duty Free Dynamics brings added value to Americas travel retail operators
Panama-based Duty Free Dynamics Corp has gone through a major evolution since the company started its operations 5 years ago. Its mission is to add value to the Americas’ travel retail market. According to Duty Free Dynamics CEO Nicolas Dobry, the company thoroughly researched the market, and discovered that most of the region’s duty free […]
Otis McAllister reaches critical mass as its confectionery business booms
Otis McAllister’s Travel Retail division has become a regional confectionery powerhouse, as it now represents five out of the top six global suppliers of confectionery in travel retail. TMI met with Otis McAllister’s Travel Retail Sales Directors Justin Nee and Marc Panara in their Fort Lauderdale office to talk about their division’s explosive growth. The […]
Tea Forte takes off in Europe with Dufry’s “Tea & Biscuit” concept
Tea Forte recently launched with Dufry in 12 locations throughout Europe as part of Dufry’s “Tea & Biscuit” concept, reports Tea Forte’s travel retail distributors, Actium. This concept takes the classic pairing of tea and biscuits/cookies and conveniently presents it to shoppers for an exciting way to experience both product categories. Tea Forte’s unique, patented […]
Imperial promotes Global Connections and unveils latest portfolio innovations
This year sees a major change at Imperial Brands’ Duty Free & Travel Retail Summit of the Americas 2019 booth in Orlando, as the company moves to the theme ‘Global Connections’. The completely renewed booth takes visitors on a journey exploring Imperial’s brands and introducing the next generation vaping brand mybluTM. “Our theme represents our […]
Mazaya to focus on Americas border business
Mazaya is focusing on the Americas border store business at this year’s Summit of the Americas. “Our domestic business continues to grow in both North and South America in line with the booming trend for shisha and we think retailers are missing out on a potentially lucrative revenue stream in duty free,” says Rawan Elayyan, […]
Perfetti Van Melle reports strong Americas results
Perfetti Van Melle reports that it had a strong year in the Americas, with its Central America business leading the way. Business in South America grew significantly from January to April 2018, but the economical situation in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay led to a steep decline in sales for the rest of the year. […]
