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What a week of breaking news.
In one of the biggest stories of the week, Avolta’s Hudson and Dufry won the duty free/travel retail concession at New York’s JFK International Airport Terminal 6. This is the first of several very hotly contested tenders that are out for bid at JFK. Terminal 6 – which will occupy the site of the former Terminal 6 and Terminal 7 when completed — is part of the $19 billion transformation going on a JFK. See full story on page 1.
Hudson also announced this week details of the new seven-year contract it signed with Pittsburgh International Airport to open six new retail stores, including in PIT’s new terminal under construction. See story on page 2, and be sure to read TMI’s exclusive, in-depth interview with Bryan Dietz, who oversees PIT’s concessions program, in the TMI Cannes magazine that will be available next week.
BY THE NUMBERS
Air travel demand hit a record high in July, even as some areas are not yet at 2019 levels, reports IATA. Page 2
OAG issued its annual Megahubs report. London Heathrow is the world’s most internationally connected airport; and JFK tops the list in North America. See more on page 2.
AT THE POINT OF SALE
British perfumery brand Penhaligon’s has partnered with International Shoppes to open a retail space at JFK Terminal 1. This mark’s the brand’s first presence in North America Travel Retail since it was acquired by Puig. Story and photos on page 3.
SUPPLY SIDE
It’s (Culture) Orange and (Herbal) Green for Jägermeister – the iconic herbal liqueur has launched two limited edition mono-chrome packs in its signature colors, redefined, standardized and licensed in partnership with Pantone. Page 4.
Premium lifestyle brand Victorinox is bringing new travel gear and watches to Cannes, as the Swiss brand reinforces its commitment to the travel retail channel. Page 4.
MORE SUPPLY SIDE
Crislu has collaborated with Disney to create a travel retail exclusive jewelry collection, which it will be showcasing in Cannes. Page 5.
Marcolin is partnering with fashion and specialty retailer Abercrombie & Fitch on eyewear collections for A&F, abercrombie kids, and Hollister brands. Page 5.
De Rigo has released the Porsche Design eyewear collection celebrating 50 years of the Porsche 911 Turbo. Page 5.
Molton Brown “embraces a new era” under the Kao Beauty Brands umbrella, as the British heritage fragrance spotlights its Artists of Note initiative and fragrance-first focus in Cannes. Page 6.
It’s always time for pink champagne as Lanson reveals its new Le Rosé Création. Page 6.
IN THE TMI SPOTLIGHT
SirDavis hits the shelves at DFS . The new American whisky founded by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter in partnership with Moët Hennessy is now available for purchase online and in select stores, including in travel retail with DFS in JFK, LAX and SFO. Page 7.
MORE SUPPLY SIDE
Nadri jewelry is bringing its high wattage sparkle to Cannes. Page 8.
Mars Wrigley names An De Volder as Market Director ITR. Page 8.
Tito’s Handmade Vodka expands its TR presence overseas. Page 8.
