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DFASS rebrands as 3Sixty and promises Duty Free & More.
Industry dignitaries from around the world gathered in Miami last week to witness the unveiling of a major rebranding for DFASS. Company founder Benny Klepach, who started with a single airline duty free account in 1987, explained why now is the time for a new corporate identity and revealed how the company will increase its global reach in the future. Welcome to the new 3Sixty! Page 1.
INTERNATIONAL
LVMH reports 11% organic revenue growth for 9 months 2018 with increases across all businesses. Page 5
THE AMERICAS
Kirk Freeport, Jacques Scott are among the local concession winners at Cayman’s Owen Roberts International Airport bids. Page 4.
Port of Vancouver announces end of cruise season with high marks. Page 5.
SUPPLY SIDE
Woodford Reserve introduces $1,500 Baccarat Edition, cognac-finished bourbon. Page 3.
William Grant & Sons announces cognac partnership with La Guilde du Cognac, and will introduce the world’s first extensive collection of single terroir cognacs. Page 5.
Premier Global Trading has a new vision with Visiniti Smart Readers, as it takes on representation for Canadian-based eyewear manufacturer OptiCaset for DF/TR for the US and international markets. Page 4.
