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Nov 15, 2024 · Afrique Duty-Free, the Namibian-based travel retail operator, has announced an ambitious $5m major expansion plan for 2025.This project will see the company extending its presence into key international airports across Western and Southern Africa, cementing its position as a leader in the region’s thriving travel retail sector.. In a groundbreaking move, Afrique Duty-Free is set to become ...

Jan 18, 2025 · In ten years, Sisley’s turnover has more than doubled and the company has invested €200 million in its three French sites, with a new factory scheduled for 2025. Philippe d’Ornano joined Sisley in 1986 and succeeded his father Hubert as president in 2013 (who launched Sisley with his wife Isabelle in 1976). Philippe continues to build the company’s global strategy with his mother and ...

Jan 14, 2025 · The 2025 DFNI Cruise Conference takes place at the Meliá Barcelona Sky, in Barcelona, Spain, from 17 – 19 June 2025 and is being presented in association with Starboard Group and Harding+, the world’s leading cruise retailers, underling their pivotal role in shaping the future of this sector, as well as Headline Partner EFFY, who will share their insights on the evolution of the cruise ...

Nov 25, 2024 · The DFNI Product Awards 2024 spotlight the very best in travel retail, showcasing an exceptional array of product launches, store openings, and campaigns that have defined the industry over the past year. From captivating pop-ups and prestige activations to ground-breaking collaborations, this year’s awards reflect the innovation and creativity driving travel retail forward.

Oct 1, 2024 · The winners of the landmark 40th Frontier Awards were announced at a glittering gala event held tonight at the iconic Carlton, Cannes.. Entries were received from around the world, showcasing the very best of the industry. A panel of independent, expert judges pored over the entries to choose this year’s finalists and eventual winners, which celebrated the best of innovation and excellence ...

Sep 28, 2024 · In this eventful year for the travel retail sector, in which both the Tax Free World Association (TFWA) and the Frontier Awards celebrate their 40th anniversaries, industry stalwart Erik Juul-Mortensen is set to retire.. A founding member of the TFWA, and a member of its Management Committee since the inception, Juul-Mortensen was President of the association from 1999 to 2018 when he stepped ...

Dec 9, 2024 · The DFNI December edition is now live and ready to read.. This month, we take a reflective look at the defining moments that shaped the travel retail industry over the past 12 months in our Year in Review feature ().. December is also the time when we celebrate excellence in brand activity with the DFNI Product Awards 2024, highlighting the exceptional product launches, store openings, and ...

Jan 9, 2025 · DFNI is proud to present the members of the Advisory Board for our 2025 DFNI Cruise Conference, which will take place this year from 17-19 June against the backdrop of Europe’s leading cruise hub, Barcelona, Spain.. To keep the event evolving, and in line with the needs of the travel retail industry and its stakeholders, the 2025 conference is being shaped with the assistance of an Advisory ...

Dec 20, 2024 · Join DFNI as we look back on the defining moments of 2024, chronicling the key highlights that shaped the travel retail industry month by month.. From groundbreaking store launches and major partnerships, to pivotal events and industry innovations, this feature spotlights the retailers, associations, and brands that drove progress and set new benchmarks.