As we know, travel and travel related businesses are taking a disproportionate hit from the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic. Small businesses which have depended on servicing the major players in the travel retail channel are particularly vulnerable, such a Miami’s Associated Photo & Imaging, a specialty photo imaging company that has been providing visual […]
Safilo launches global #united4eyecare initiative
Safilo has launched a global corporate initiative called #united4eyecare, that embraces all the actions taken by the com-pany in response to the COVID-19 epidemic. The programs cover the countries where the Group operates, with particular attention to those most affected by the virus, such as Italy, Spain, and the United States. The initiative’s focus is […]
Duty Free Dynamics and Samsonite expand TR partnership beyond core products
Duty Free Dynamics (DFD) has expanded its partnership agreement with Samsonite luggage. Initially only focused on Samsonite’s core category –luggage—DFD has now expanded to the brand’s complete product lineup…from bags, backpacks and briefcases to attractive and practical travel accessories such as neck pillows, luggage scales and packing sets, just to name a few. This expansion […]
ELC cuts executive salaries; donates millions in funds and products
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. last week announced a number of initiatives it is undertaking in response to COVID-19 to support its employees, consumers, stock-holders and communities. These include actions to optimize its cost structure, in light of ongoing temporary store closures in many regions, and enhancing liquidity. Enhancing financial flexibility and liquidity As the Company […]
Spanish jewelry brand Unode50 targets travel retail growth in the Americas as it celebrated a record 2019
Spanish jewelry brand Unode50 enjoyed a spectacular year in 2019, and was gearing up for an even better 2020. Not only did the brand known for its hand-crafted limited edition collections of watches, necklaces, rings, and bracelets made in Spain deliver its best sales and EBITA ever, but the company opened up 17 new retail […]
Mondelēz International takes action to support and protect communities during COVID-19 crisis with $15 million in donations around the world
Demonstrating its huge generosity, Mondelez International, Inc. announced it will donate $15 million in financial and in-kind support to community partners advancing critical food stability and emergency relief efforts across the world in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. “Managing through and recovering from this global crisis will take everyone’s support and I am pleased […]
Nestlé to partner with Red Cross as part of humanitarian efforts during COVID-19 crisis
Nestlé has announced it is partnering with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Cross Societies (IFRC) as part of its global response to the COVID-19 crisis. Initially, Nestle and IFRC will work together in four ways to provide urgent help for emergency services and caregivers and strengthen healthcare systems. 1. They will […]
Glow on the Go: Shiseido Travel Retail unveils latest make-up innovations
Shiseido Travel Retail has unveiled a new assortment of make-up products from its four prestige brands – NARS, Laura Mercier, SHISEIDO and Clé de Peau Beauté. Premiering in the first quarter of 2020 in travel retail, the techno-logy-infused offerings – ranging from foundations to colored lip balms and palettes – have been launched in response […]
Rituals launches special collection that enhances relaxation and sleep
Rituals newest collection — the Ritual of Jing — is inspired by the ancient Chinese concept of calmness, stillness and tranquility. The Ritual of Jing is available immediately in Rituals’ travel retail locations globally. The Ritual of Jing comprises two ranges – Relax and Sleep – and helps consumers create a personal sanctuary that helps […]
MAC and the Indy airport partner with Dress for Success to empower women
MAC Cosmetics celebrated the grand opening of its new boutique at Indianapolis International Airport (IND) this week with a special event in association with Dress for Success Indianapolis by giving a small group of local women makeovers and professional headshot photos to enhance their presence for career success. MAC Cosmetics is one of 15 new […]
DFD incorporates L.O.L. Surprise! into its toy portfolio
Duty Free Dynamics has expanded its Master Franchisor’s toys category – which already includes LEGO — with the addition of the L.O.L Surprise! brand from MGA Entertainment, Inc. (MGAE). DFD will distribute the brand throughout the Americas Travel Retail Channel. Launched in 2017, L.O.L Surprise! has become a worldwide phenomenon, cashing in on the Youtube craze […]
Geneva Watch Days 2020 instigated by Bulgari CEO, Jean-Christophe Babin
A comment and an analysis by watch industry specialist, Mark Lewis-Jones Amid fears of a likely imminent global pandemic of COVID-19 Coronavirus, all of the upcoming watch industry events in Switzerland have seemingly prudently been canceled or postponed. Swatch Group’s Time To Move, Watches & Wonders (formerly SIHH), Movado Group’s Davos-based gathering, and finally […]
Otis McAllister enters liquor distribution business through asset purchase of Chase International
Otis McAllister, Inc., the leading confectionery specialist in the Americas travel retail channel, is officially expanding into spirits distribution following its asset purchase of Chase International, Inc. The asset purchase became official on March 1. Chase International president and founder Chase Donaldson, whose spirits and confectionery distribution company has been a hallmark of the travel […]
Nestlé ITR innovates in Orlando with new product additions and 10 in 10 strategy
Nestlé International Travel Retail will be returning to the Summit of the Americas, where it will present new products and continue to capitalize on its ‘10 in 10’ strategy (booth 15). New this year is the travel retail exclusive KITKAT Gold Traveler’s Limited in a special snack and sharing format that will be on shelf from Q2 […]
Seiko now available in select Attenza Duty Free stores
Panama-based Duty Free Dynamics (DFD) continues to make progress with its innovative Master Franchisor concept. Most recently the company has launched Seiko watches in high profile presentations in the Attenza duty free stores in Colombia and Ecuador. The introduction of the brand at Attenza Duty Free featured the launch of Seiko’s iconic collection: New Seiko 5 […]
