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Duty Free Global: Rethinking Growth, Risk and Relevance in Travel Retail
Introduction by: Peter Marshall Duty Free Global (DFG) has positioned itself as something different in the travel retail ecosystem: not…
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Airports & Travel Retailers
Duty Free Global: Rethinking Growth, Risk and Relevance in Travel Retail
Introduction by: Peter Marshall Duty Free Global (DFG) has positioned itself as something different in the travel retail ecosystem: not a traditional distributor, but a strategic partner to brands navigating an increasingly complex global channel. Founded by industry veteran Barry Geoghegan, the company combines deep operator-side experience with a deliberately…
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Definitively Davidoff: Jean-Christophe Hollay Interviewed.
Introduction by: Peter Marshall Davidoff never stands still. Constantly reimagining what a premium cigar can be, the brand continues to invest in innovative blends, formats and concepts that anticipate evolving consumer tastes,occasions and budgets. From flagship airport sanctuaries to refined lounges at sea, Davidoff’s pioneering cigar spaces invite travellers to…
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Blog
An Unofficial Guide to TFWA APAC 2026: A TRunblocked.com Special Edition. Plus: Our Very Own TRU Voice Awards: The NOscars
Introduction by: Peter Marshall You can tell from the images that this is not a very serious piece of communication. But it’s fun and it does provide the opportunity of an ever-so- gentle poke at the industry we all love. A week before what we all hope will be a…
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Airports & Travel Retailers
Playmobil’s Travel Retail Play: From Toy Shelf to Traffic Driver
Introduction by: Peter Marshall Crowded terminals and shifting passenger dynamics are forcing travel retail to rethink what earns attention – and spend. Into that mix steps Playmobil, a heritage toy brand with global recognition, now being positioned by Duty Free Dynamics as something more than a simple kids’ purchase. In…
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Airlines
ASUTIL Unplugged: The Region, The Conference, The Community & The Future. Enrique Urioste, President ASUTIL and Carlos Loazia-Keel, Secretary General, Interviewed.
Introduction by: Peter Marshall The title of this in-depth interview says it all. I am grateful to both Enrique and Carlos for investing the time to answer many of the questions people are asking. The forthcoming ASUTIL conference, from June 2 – 5 and themed ASUTIL FLOW 2026: Our Legacy, Our Future,…
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Airports & Travel Retailers
Why Does Travel Retail Keep Meeting Chinese Travellers Too Late?
Introduction by: Peter Marshall Well, the headlines you read look reassuring enough: China handled 185 million cross-border movements in Q1 2026, up 13.5% year on year, and SAFE’s January-February data shows travel-related cross-border spend already running at a serious scale. For an industry hungry for proof that Chinese travel is…