ASUTIL prepares for record-setting 2010 conference
 José Luis Donagaray, Secretary General of Asociación Sudamericana de Tiendas Libres (ASUTIL), noted in an interview this week with Americas Duty Free that the number of attendees registered for this year’s conference breaks the organization’s all-time record set in 2008 in Panama
August 30, 2010




Aldeasa renovates in Curaçao and Chile, nears completion of walkthrough in Cancun
 Americas Duty Free recently sat down with Daniel Montero, International Operations Director of Aldeasa, to get a sense of where the company stands heading into the second half of 2010
August 30, 2010
“Best wings” land at the Airmall in Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
 Award-winning Buffalo wings have landed at the new Airmall at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) with the opening of Quaker Steak & Lube
August 30, 2010
Caribbean cruise ship passengers continue to enjoy premium brands
 In a recent interview with Americas Duty Free, Eddie Ferenczi of SMT Duty Free noted that renovations on the company’s flagship store in Puerto Rico are now complete
August 30, 2010
Duty Free Uruguay announces “Plan +1,” launches pre-order website
 Duty Free Uruguay has implemented an all-encompassing business strategy dubbed “Plan +1
August 18, 2010
Newslink opens Coco Bay at MIA
 NewsLink, operator of newsstands, gift shops and cafés at Miami International Airport (MIA) and other US airports, has opened its second specialty retail store at MIA in as many months
August 18, 2010
Caribbean ARI Inc wants to “CARI You Back to Barbados”
 Caribbean ARI Inc has launched its 2010 “CARI Me Back to Barbados” campaign at all of its stores at Grantley Adams International Airport in Barbados
August 18, 2010



Peter Hottmann takes on new duty free role at Appleton Estate
 Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum recently announced that former Consumer Marketing Manager Peter Hottmann will take on the role of Regional Sales and Marketing Manager, NAFTA Region effective immediately
August 30, 2010
Kfouri appointed Chief Operating Officer
 Paton’s announced some changes to its management structure which will enhance its performance in the duty free and travel retail sector
August 18, 2010
New Export and Travel Retail Manager at Majorica
 Spanish pearl and jewelry group Majorica welcomes newly appointed Export and Travel Retail Manager Mercedes Marsol to its team
August 5, 2010



Puig and Aldeasa put customers on the VIP list
 To celebrate the launch of Carolina Herrera’s new 212 VIP fragrance, Puig and Aldeasa are giving passengers a taste of the New York-style celebrity glitz and glamour with their latest “retailtainment” concept; the Paparazzi Booth
August 18, 2010
Aldeasa continues its “Shopping Experience” campaign in Spain
 During July, August and September, Aldeasa will jazz up the atmosphere at its Alicante, Barcelona, Málaga and Palma de Mallorca airport shops with live performances and music
August 5, 2010
Experiential Jameson promotion hits Dublin Airport
 The latest activation in the Jameson travel retail promotion entitled “Experience our World,” in association with Time Out Travel Guide, launched in Dublin International Airport
August 5, 2010



Denver International unveils new South Terminal design plans
 Denver International Airport (DEN) recently unveiled the conceptual design of the South Terminal Redevelopment Program at the Westin Tabor Center in Denver
August 5, 2010
Los Angeles Airport’s passenger numbers increase during H1 2010
 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) officials recently reported that total passenger numbers during the first six months of 2010 rose 4.9% to 28,266,657 passengers from 26,959,999 during the same period last year
August 5, 2010



TFWA WE 2010 workshops to address major concerns and topical issues
 Low cost airlines, the Asian consumer and legislative threats to the duty free and travel retail industry will be under the spotlight at three special workshops during TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes this October
August 5, 2010



The Dewar’s Blended Scotch Whisky portfolio launches new unified look
 In August 2010, Dewar’s Blended Scotch Whisky, the fastest-growing Scotch in travel retail, will launch a vibrant package redesign
August 5, 2010
Trésor in Love seduces customers in the Americas
 Parbel has reported a stellar performance for its recently launched Trésor in Love by Lancôme in the Americas travel retail market
August 5, 2010
Essence Corp. adds another prestigious name to its portfolio
 Miami-based, luxury beauty and accessory distributor Essence Corp. acquired the exclusive distribution rights to prestigious Montblanc fragrances for the travel retail market in the Americas and Caribbean
August 5, 2010
New Mariah Carey fragrance by Elizabeth Arden
 Mariah Carey, a highly acclaimed recording artist, philanthropist and actress, has partnered with Elizabeth Arden to introduce a fragrance collection unique to the beauty category
August 5, 2010
3LAB reveals anti-aging cream for body
 3LAB has created Perfect Body Cream to solve imperfections in pigmentation, hydration and resiliency on the limbs and torso
August 5, 2010
Polaroid to debut
in TFWA WE
 Polaroid Eyewear, a division of the StyleMark Group, will be exhibiting at the TFWA World Exhibition for the first time this year
August 5, 2010

Salvatore Ferragamo expands in Latin America
 The Salvatore Ferragamo Group strengthens its commercial presence in Latin America this summer with three store openings: a flagship store in Mexico City and two stores in Costa Rica, and the Dominican Republic
August 30, 2010
Travalo extends travel retail line with leather cases
 Travalo, winner at the Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards 2010, has launched a range of stylish leather cases to accompany its best-selling Travalo perfume atomizers in duty free and travel retail
August 30, 2010
Frédérique Constant and Cohiba launch limited edition watches
 Luxury Swiss watchmaker Frédérique Constant has partnered with Cohiba premium cigars to create two bespoke wristwatches exclusively for the US and its territories, including the US Virgin Islands
August 30, 2010
Porsche Design Group sees
record results in US
 The US market is showing an increasingly positive trend for the Porsche Design Group
August 30, 2010
Kraft Foods and Cadbury integration goes smoothly
 Kraft Foods World Travel Retail (KFWTR) announced that the integration of KFWTR and Cadbury International Travel Retail is progressing well
August 30, 2010
Caran d’Ache prepares to unveil its 1010 Chrono Sport in Cannes
 Swiss writing instrument manufacturer Caran d’Ache is gearing up for the upcoming TFWA WE Cannes show
August 30, 2010
New pure color eyeshadow by Estée Lauder’s Creative Makeup Director
 Estée Lauder and its Creative Makeup Director Tom Pecheux introduce the new Pure Color EyeShadow, offering a vibrant collection of eyeshadows
August 30, 2010

NADF announces exciting
new confectionery lines
 North America Duty Free (NADF), together with Frankford Candy, proudly announces the availability of licensed Disney and Nickelodeon confectionery products
August 30, 2010
Clogau gives away rare prize during TFWA WE
 Welsh gold jewelry specialist Clogau will give all visitors to its stand (Yellow Village D35) at the TFWA WE Cannes show in the first four days a chance to win a special prize
August 30, 2010
Women in Travel meeting to be launched in Latin America
 The inaugural meeting of the Latin American chapter of Women in Travel networking group will be held at the ASUTIL conference in September
August 30, 2010
Diageo’s strong second half performance drives full-year growth
 Liquor giant Diageo yesterday released preliminary results for its fiscal year ended June 30. Highlights included a net sales increase of 6%, which in turn drove a 2% growth in organic net sales for the year
August 30, 2010
Patrón revs up for round eight of the American Le Mans Series
 As part of its continuing sponsorship of the American Le Mans Series, as well as teams Extreme Speed Motorsports and Patrón Highcroft Racing, Patrón Spirits Company is preparing for the eighth round of the series
August 30, 2010
BEKA International prepares for busy promotional season
 BEKA International, a division of Distribuciones Diversas, counts among its clients such companies as Industrias Licoreras de Guatemala, Cerveceria Centro Americana, Anacafe, Distribuidora Marte and Liverpool Mexico
August 18, 2010
Brown-Forman salutes DFS on its 50th anniversary
 Recognizing a major milestone for a good friend and customer is never an easy task, but the folks at Brown-Forman Duty Free/Travel Retail have chosen a special way to honor the 50th anniversary of industry giant DFS
August 18, 2010
Berry Bros. & Rudd forms strategic partnership with Anchor Brewers & Distillers
 Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits (BB&R) has formed a strategic partnership with Anchor Brewers & Distillers, including Anchor Distilling and Preiss Imports
August 18, 2010
Big changes ahead for Chambord
 Big changes are afoot at Brown-Forman Duty Free/Travel Retail
August 18, 2010
New design released for Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength
 More than 40 years after the first bottling of Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength, Glenfarclas has released the new presentation for the distillery’s legendary expression in the 700-ml bottle format
August 18, 2010
Hongta Tabaco Latinoamérica establishes duty free arm in Montevideo, Uruguay
 After having had a year to settle into business in Latin America, Hongta Group’s Buenos Aires-based branch, Hongta Tabaco Latinoamérica (HTL), is set to continue working toward its goal
August 18, 2010
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old First Fill wins three new awards
 The Glenlivet 12 Year Old First Fill has added three new accolades to its already impressive list of awards
August 18, 2010
Diageo Global Travel
appoints Saatchi & Saatchi X
 Diageo Global Travel & Middle East (GTME) recently announced that it has appointed Saatchi & Saatchi X to work on a number of international projects
August 18, 2010
General Cigar donates US$20,000 to Ducks Unlimited
 General Cigar recently donated US$20,000 to Ducks Unlimited on behalf of the International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR)
August 18, 2010
Elizabeth Arden debuts Britney Spears’ Radiance
 Music icon, recording artist and entertainer Britney Spears continues to shine with the newest addition to her best-selling fragrance franchise, Radiance Britney Spears
August 5, 2010



A.Turrent Triple Play Puro Maduro Cigar
Company: Altadis USA
Description: The entire blend of the Triple Play cigar including wrapper, binder and long fillers is comprised of fine, hand-selected maduro tobaccos


Romantic Macramé Collection
Company: Arzy Style
Description: Arzy Style will launch its new Romantic Macramé Collection at the ASUTIL Conference in Puerto Rico next week. Made from 100% soft merino wool, the lightweight Emma scarf is 100% macramé and completely hand crafted, making each item unique