Molton Brown take sustainable luxury to the next level with the launch of the Infinite Bottle in travel retail

British fragrance makers Molton Brown have proudly launched their new, made-to-last, refillable Infinite Bottle into travel retail. This latest innovation takes the sustainable offer for travelling shoppers to the next level and underlining the brand’s commitment to creating luxury with a conscious care for the wider world.

Infinitely recyclable, and crafted from 100% recycled aluminum,* the Infinite Bottle is sustainable inside and out, allowing customers to embrace a guilt-free, refined daily ritual. Each Infinite Bottle comes filled with one of Molton Brown’s three iconic fragrances, Re-charge Black Pepper, Fiery Pink Pepper or Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel – all of which are formulated using sustainably sourced, RSPO-certified palm oil derivatives – and the bottle can be refilled over and over again to reduce waste.

As it is crafted from recycled materials,* the Molton Brown Infinite bottle reduces energy use by 95% and CO2 emissions by 83%, compared to virgin aluminum. When paired with the Molton Brown Refill Pouches, which debuted in travel retail last year, the Infinite Bottle helps customers to reduce their plastic footprint by 63% compared to using standard bottles.** Furthermore, the paper used for the recyclable outer carton and tag is made from 40% recycled materials and 15% agro-industrial waste, consisting of upcycled plant by-products from the food and drinks industry.

The stylish, minimalistic design of the Infinite Bottle is ergonomically shaped and fits seamlessly into any bathroom, underlining Molton Brown’s belief that sustainability and luxury go hand-in-hand.

Sophie Sponagle, Senior Global Account Manager, Travel Retail, Molton Brown, said: “At Molton Brown, we have been pioneers of positive luxury since the 1970s and we are delighted to bring the Infinite Bottle to travelling shoppers as the latest step in our ongoing sustainability journey.

“While creating luxury with a conscious care for the world has always been at the heart of our brand, we are hearing more calls from our consumers for greener packaging solutions. The launch of our Refill Collection in travel retail last year was wonderfully received and we are very pleased to extend our refill offer with this latest innovation.”

“We are committed to making a change, which is why our goal is to ensure that by 2030, 50% of what we sell is reusable or refillable.”

Sustainability has always been at the heart of Molton Brown, since its foundation in the 1970s, instilled by the brand’s pioneering founders in their salon in London’s South Molton Street. Today, Molton Brown keeps their spirit alive by ensuring its business continues to bolster its evolving sustainability commitments, including being 100% vegetarian and cruelty-free, never testing on animals, using the best sustainable natural ingredients and manufacturing all collections in England to ensure the highest quality standard and promote local and greener manufacturing. To ensure the latest in sustainable excellence, Molton Brown collections are also created with 50% RPET.

The Infinite Bottle launched in travel retail with key travel retail locations.

*Excluding the pump 

** Standard bottles refers to a total of 1 x 300ml and 1 x 100ml plastic bottles

Ritter Sport launches new TR exclusive with Dufry

German chocolate giant Ritter Sport is delighted to announce that it is launching a brand-new Travel Retail Exclusive product: Mini Rainbow Crunchies Tower 250g Limited Edition exclusively for Dufry globally.

The Mini Rainbows Crunchies Tower includes 15 mini Ritter Sport bars with colourful chocolate buttons in delicious whole milk and white chocolate. The exclusive new product will launch through all Dufry stores during the summer and early autumn 2023.

In addition to quality and taste, Ritter Sport is paying special attention to the use of natural and sustainable ingredients by utilising fruit and plant extracts for colouring and forgoing the use of glossing agents, as these usually contain beeswax or carnauba wax. As with all Ritter Sport products, the cocoa being used comes from 100% certified sustainable sources.

Says Jan Bessel, Ritter Sport’s International Key Account Manager Global Travel Retail: “We are currently pushing limited editions in travel retail to underline our chocolate expertise and emphasise Ritter Sport’s innovative DNA. Limited editions and exclusive products are the perfect way to trigger additional buying impulses amongst consumers. Whether for sharing, giving away or self-indulging; the new mini Rainbow Crunchies Tower will be a valuable addition to the Dufry confectionery assortment. It was great to partner with Dufry on this exclusive article.”

Bruno Stäuble, Global Category Manager Confectionery at Dufry, adds: “Offering Dufry exclusives is an increasingly important element of our company philosophy and this is as true of confectionery as it is of other sectors. Ritter Sport is a well established brand within the Dufry portfolio and we are pleased to be working with them on this collaboration.”

Beam Suntory celebrates 100 years of Suntory whisky at Singapore Changi Airport

 

Beam Suntory has partnered with Changi Airport Group (CAG) and Lotte Duty Free Singapore to create the first major global airport activation to celebrate the House of Suntory’s 100th anniversary of pioneering Japanese spirit. 

The high-profile outpost installation will be located in Singapore Changi Airport T1 Departure Transit until 25 July. It was officially opened on 20 June at a ceremony attended by guests of honour Beam Suntory Global Travel Retail Managing Director Ashish Gandham; Lotte Singapore Managing Director Jeff Jeong; CAG Managing Director of Airside Concessions Teo Chew Hoon; and local celebrities Qi Yuwu and Ya Hui. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was followed by a ceremonial toast and a tour of the activation.

To mark its centennial, the House of Suntory is releasing several new limited-edition whiskies that highlight the unique Japanese craftmanship at Suntory’s whisky distilleries, and their meticulous art of blending. These exceptional limited-editions include Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old and Hakushu Peated Malt 18 Year Old whiskies, in addition to special 100th anniversary design bottles of the flagship Yamazaki 12 Year Old and Hakushu 12 Year Old. These bottles feature beautiful illustrations that pay tribute to the Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries. 

Within travel retail, these limited-edition whiskies will be available at only a small selection of key strategic airports, including Dubai, Shanghai, London and Delhi. Singapore Changi will have global exclusivity within travel retail throughout the month of June.

The Singapore Changi Airport hero activation, which covers almost 50sq m, has been designed to showcase these limited editions and build awareness of the wider Suntory portfolio. It also encourages travellers to explore the art of Japanese whisky making, and the different elements that make it so special.

Inspired by Japanese nature – including the water that is used and how the seasons in Japan breathe life into Suntory whisky – the outpost features tactile natural materials, and is light, airy and open. In keeping with Japanese hospitality, at the entrance is a Welcome Station, where travellers are invited to select an Omikuji fortune stick, for a chance to win a lucky postcard. An illuminated floor entrance then guides them inside. 

An eye-catching Engagement Wall, incorporating interactive digital touchpoints, highlights the craftmanship of Japanese whisky, and the distinctive stories and provenance of the three key Suntory luxury whisky collections: Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki. A separate digital display also showcases highlights from the house’s key milestones over 100 years. 

Other notable elements include The Art of Japanese Gifting display, where travellers can enjoy a personalised gift-wrapping service, purchase exclusive detachable bottle-themed charms, and discover the selection of exclusive anniversary GWPs, which includes a cotton tote bag, a Furoshiki scarf, and a luggage sticker set. A bar counter offers complimentary cocktails featuring Suntory’s Roku Japanese Gin, Haku Japanese Craft Vodka, and Ao World Whisky.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Lotte Duty Free Singapore to celebrate the House of Suntory’s milestone achievement at Singapore Changi Airport,” noted Beam Suntory Brand Marketing Director Global Travel Retail Manuel Gonzalez. “Together we have created a truly distinctive activation that invites passengers to engage all of their senses through a range of different activities, and fully immerse themselves in the craft and philosophy of the house.”

CAG Managing Director Airside Concessions Teo Chew Hoon commented: “We are honoured to have the House of Suntory celebrate their 100th anniversary with us, and excited to partner with Beam Suntory and Lotte Duty Free Singapore to create this flagship activation. With this immersive outpost, visitors will not only be momentarily whisked away to Japan, but will also be able to appreciate the fine craftmanship behind some of the world’s most renowned whiskies and take home a limited-edition bottle with them.”

Lotte Duty Free Singapore Managing Director Jeff Jeong commented: “We are pleased and proud to collaborate with Changi Airport Group and House of Suntory, as part of this landmark centennial.

“As a true pioneer of Japanese spirits culture, House of Suntory continues to push the boundaries within the Japanese whisky category with these prestige limited editions and new innovative spirits, which are sure to appeal to both connoisseurs and new consumers.

“We look forward to inviting passengers to discover these new liquids, and to explore the rich history and heritage of the House of Suntory through this activation, which we are confident will stimulate great interest in the category, and really elevate the traveller experience.”

Champagne Lanson releases Wimbledon themed Limited Edition Gift Boxes

Champagne Lanson celebrates its 46th year association with The Championships, Wimbledon, with limited edition gift boxes for its iconic cuvées Le Black Label Brut and Le Rosé.

Sold separately and fully recyclable, the two limited edition gift boxes take inspiration from the iconic flowers seen throughout the SW19 grounds of The All England Club every summer. Emblematic flowers of Hydrangea, Agapanthus, Rose and Petunia are captured in the designs.

To support this, Lanson is running Wimbledon themed activations at London City Airport with Lagardère and Dubai International Airport with Dubai Duty Free from May 30th to July 24th. 

Albane Lussat, Key Account Manager GTR, Champagne Lanson said “We are really proud to be part of the Wimbledon experience since 1977 and our limited edition Wimbledon themed bottles are a huge success every year – they are an irresistible choice for tennis fans and a great gifting opportunity. Our activations in London City Airport and Dubai are the perfect way to compliment them and we extend our sincere thanks to Lagardère and Dubai Duty Free for their support.” 

BOWMORE® REVEALS FINAL DESIGNED BY ASTON MARTIN TRILOGY

The third and final collaborative release in the series showcases Bowmore’s classic whiskies aligned with a selection of iconic Aston Martin cars.

Bowmore® Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky has unveiled the final release of its exclusive global travel retail collection, Designed by Aston Martin, which unites Bowmore’s dedicated GTR range with some of the ultra-luxury car marque’s most iconic cars.

A shared commitment to uniting heritage and innovation to craft the precious into the exceptional sits at the heart of the relationship between Bowmore and Aston Martin.   A richly genuine connection calling on the past yet creating relevance today and aspiration in the future, deepening and gaining momentum over time, now celebrated in this striking new collection. 

Since launching in 2021, this collaboration has proved hugely popular with its distinctively bold, limited edition bottle and pack design.  In this final series, the existing Bowmore 10, 15 and 18 Year Old single malts provided the inspiration to Aston Martin’s design experts, to select specific car designs and stories to align with the distinctive character of each of the whiskies.

The bold character of Bowmore 10 Years Old aligns with the Aston Martin 1923 Razor Blade, to collectively tell the story of a passion and vision, where strength of character and intensity play a crucial role. Its depth of flavour and bold notes are created from exceptional ageing in Sherry Oak casks, resulting in a ‘spicy’ take on the signature fruity, smoke of Bowmore. 

The Aston Martin 1923 known as Razor Blade was built with a clear goal in mind - to break world records for 1.5litre cars in exceeding the 100mph speed barrier. With its striking aerodynamic body, designed by British aviation manufactures de Havilland, this car was born to race. Using ground-breaking technology, Aston Martin’s creation embodies a distinctly bold and confident move of its time, and 100 years since its inception, this car has firmly solidified its place in the history of Aston Martin.

With a united desire for elegance, the Aston Martin DB4 and Bowmore 15 Year Old capture this in a synchronised vision of their creation, story and characters. Sophistication and flair underlie the essence of the partnership, elevating its look with a stylish and refined edge. Offering a pure interpretation of a design of its time, the 1958 DB4 symbolised a design milestone for Aston Martin, with the introduction of its Italian-inspired ‘Superleggera’ chassis. 

From ground-breaking disc brakes on all four wheels to the iconic front wing vents with their distinctive polished blade, its elegance embodies both performance and style. This perfectly pairs with the Bowmore 15 Year Old, a true spirit of opulence, combining first fill bourbon casks and hogsheads. It is defined by sweetness, reminiscent of Italian desserts and Italian Amalfi lemon and honey, providing an enriching journey of flavour discovery.

 

The complexity of the Aston Martin DB9 perfectly aligns with the balance and depth of the Bowmore 18 Year Old. Signifying a new era for Aston Martin, the DB9 (2003) is one of the most standout Aston Martin innovations of all time and showcases a complexity of engineering with the perfect balance of 50/50 weight distribution front to rear – almost unheard of in road cars. 

Likewise, Bowmore 18 Year Old is rare and complex from time spent nurturing in the finest Oloroso and PX Sherry Casks. With its rich dark appearance, the complex layers of flavours seamlessly combine dark chocolate, treacle toffee and peat smoke roasted coffee, making this single malt velvet a delectable and memorable taste experience. 

Manuel Gonzalez, Brand Marketing Director; GTR at Beam Suntory, said, “We’re thrilled to reveal the final Designed by Aston Martin set in the trilogy, unifying our exclusive travel retail whiskies with the flair and innovative nature of Aston Martin’s design team. Due to the ongoing success of the previous Aston Martin series, we know this collaboration largely appeals to our consumers passing through the GTR channel, offering them the chance to engage and discover the Bowmore range.”

The new collection will be brought to life through a dedicated activation in key airports including London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Istanbul and Taiwan, Dubai, Hong Kong, Hainan from July 2023.  This captivating and unique instore experience explores the concept “Made to Move You” using a ‘cymatics’ technology to allow consumers to create their own bespoke ‘emotive pulse’.

The cymatics technology is a liquid vibration that creates alluring patterns, energy, and light. Shoppers can create their own emotive pulse with cymatics and discover which of the pulses best represents each of the ‘Designed by Aston Martin’ collection.

Gonzalez adds, “Disruptive, alluring and highly memorable, the Bowmore team have excelled themselves with this new cymatics experience. Personal to each consumer, we are truly pushing the boundaries of creativity, meeting the traveller’s demand for dynamic and engaging experiences whilst staying true to the ethos and spirit of the Bowmore and Aston Martin brands.”

TASTING NOTES

Bowmore 10 Years Old / 40cl ABV / RRP $64.00 USD

ON THE EYE: Dark amber

BREATHE IN: Sun-dried fruit, baked Seville orange and toasted maple

SIP: Sultanas, sea salt and dark fruit oils

SAVOUR: Peat-smoked walnut and spices

Bowmore 15 Years Old / 43% ABV / $98.00 USD

ON THE EYE: Golden barley

BREATHE IN: Sicilian golden desserts with honey, Amalfi lemon and sweet tobacco leaf

SIP: Silky citrus, salty-sweet vanilla and honeycomb

SAVOUR: Peat smoke, sweet almond and lingering lemon

Bowmore 18 Years Old / 43% ABV / $145.00 USD 

ON THE EYE: Deepest Sunset

BREATHE IN: Rich dark chocolate, treacle toffee and date oil

SIP: Bitter-sweet orange peel and peat-smoke roasted coffee

SAVOUR: Velvet mocha and macadamia nut chocolate

Travel retail tech brand Bitmore underlines sustainability focus with achievement of coveted B-Corp status

Consumer technology and accessories brand Bitmore has become one of the first travel retail-focused businesses to achieve the prestigious B Corporation (B-Corp) certification after a rigorous preparation and assessment process conducted over 20 months. 

 

B-Corp is a third-party standard requiring companies to meet social sustainability, environmental performance and accountability standards, and be transparent to the public according to the score they receive on the assessment. The movement aims to shift the behaviour, structure and culture of capitalism to focus on the ecological needs of the planet. 

 

Only just over 6,000 companies across the world have so far achieved the coveted B-Corp status across more than 80 countries from more than 100,000 applicants, underlining the difficulty of achieving the certification.  

 

Bitmore’s naturally sustainable tech range includes over 35 SKUs, including power banks, speakers, earphones and charging devices. The brand uses environmentally-friendly materials such as recycled TPE, plastic and wheat straw materials in its products.  

 

In total, the process for Bitmore to achieve B-Corp certification took around 20 months. That included eight months to complete the B-Corp assessment, which included implementing new environmentally-friendly procedures and working practices, as well as setting up an internal legal framework. It then took a further 12 months for B-Corp to do Bitmore’s review and final assessment before the certification award. 

 

The process required Bitmore to initially take a bird’s eye look at the business, and how it operates in the context of governance, community, environment, workforce and customers. These areas were then set against the objectives outlined by the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, so the process was very detailed, with evidence required to support the assessment.   

 

Achieving B-Corp is the pinnacle of a shift in emphasis by Bitmore at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to become a sustainable eco-friendly business and brand. 

 

Bitmore CEO Hoj Parmar explained the background for this change in direction: “It was a bit of a moment or realisation for me that I remember very clearly during the pandemic that started our journey towards sustainability and B-Corp.  

 

“The whole world was in simultaneous lockdown in early 2020, and whilst watching the news one evening, there was a segment on how the Himalayas (more than 500 miles away) could now be seen from a town in the Northwest state of Punjab in India, where previously due to low clouds, smog and pollution, they had not been visible in living memory.  

 

“This was a time when globally, in sync, industries were closed, and there was virtually no transport on our roads, skies or seas. This proved that in a very short space of time, things can change, and the planet can heal itself. 

“It was at this point I realised as a business, we could also make a difference, and it would be the right thing to do. We started to fast track everything in terms of product development and move towards becoming a more sustainable and eco-friendly brand.” 

 

On the progression to B-Corp status he added: “We made the decision to go for B-Corp certification in 2021 because of its all-encapsulating business framework when it comes to meeting standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability.  

 

“It helps us to keep these things at the forefront of our day-to-day business and will ensure that Bitmore will have an ever-evolving sustainable strategy, which will always link back to our product development with a view to pushing our sustainability agenda at all times.” 

 

Bitmore will have to re-certify to B-Corp status every 36 months. “B-Corp is continually reviewing and updating the terms of B-Corp membership, so for us it’s an ongoing process of review, and then updating our working practices to ensure we comply,” said Parmar. “We have created an internal role for this to make sure we do not fall behind in any way.” 

 

Parmar is now urging other businesses in travel retail to follow the B-Corp path. He said: “Businesses can all make a positive difference if we choose to and business should be used as a force for good. We are still a commercial business at the end of the day, and profit is also a key driver for us.  

 

“But you can be a profitable business with an ethical viewpoint and a matching purpose behind your business. The reality is this is how 21st century businesses need to operate to ensure the safety and prosperity of future generations. I highly recommended the pursuit of B-Corp status, which will ensure any brand or business is doing its bit towards the sustainable world I think we would all like to see.” 

GLENFIDDICH PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON GRAND YOZAKURA AT TAIWAN TAOYUAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

William Grant & Sons has unveiled its ground-breaking digital art experience activation, created to support the release of Glenfiddich’s Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old scotch whisky, at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport – the hero travel retail location for this limited edition launch and campaign. In partnership with Ever Rich Duty Free, the installation is running from 2nd June until 31st August.

Grand Yozakura is a unique fusion of the finest flavours from Scotland and Japan. The introduction of this latest limited release from the prestigious Glenfiddich Grand Series celebrates the fleeting beauty of Hanami, Japan’s renowned “cherry blossom festival”.

Taoyuan Airport’s Grand Yozakura activation has been designed to take centre stage in the T1 Departure North  outpost, a position that enjoys high traffic and superior visibility. The installation incorporates a full concourse store, plus additional gondola. An eye-catching back wall includes a digital screen that showcases different works of art by Japanese artist, director and designer, Fantasista ‘Uta’ Utamaro, which portray the cherry blossoms illuminated at night. In addition, VR sets are available to allow passengers to fully immerse themselves in a one-of-a-kind virtual gallery, that also features exclusive behind-the-scenes-videos with Uta.

Reflecting its namesake and the temporal nature of the beauty it pays tribute to, only a limited number of Grand Yozakura bottles are available globally. Within travel retail, the release is available at only a handful of key strategic airports, for a limited time only.

The whisky packaging includes a bespoke topper and traditional poem printed onto each specially designed outer. To further enhance purchases, the Taoyuan activation will also offer a special traditional Japanese ‘furoshiki’ gift-wrapping ritual to travelling consumers. It will also provide an opportunity for passengers to explore the other releases within Glenfiddich’s ground-breaking Grand Series collection.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Ever Rich Duty Free to showcase our Grand Yozakura whisky at this key travel retail location,” commented William Grant & Sons Managing Director Global Travel Retail David Wilson. “As the first single malt scotch whisky to be finished in Japanese ex-Awamori casks, this exceptional liquid has an unforgettable taste – and we have created an equally memorable digital art activation to support it.

“The innovative, immersive installation delivers an exceptional shopping experience for this region’s discerning and knowledgeable travellers. This limited edition release, and its corresponding marketing campaign, is yet another example of Glenfiddich’s commitment to innovating strongly within the single malt category, to drive excitement and further satisfy the strong consumer demand in Asia.”

“We are pleased and proud to partner with William Grant & Sons on this flagship installation for Glenfiddich’s Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old scotch whisky,” commented Ever Rich Duty Free Vice President Patricia Wang.. “We have worked hard to create a distinctive activation that does justice to this exceptional release, and we are confident that our discerning passengers will appreciate the opportunity to discover this sought-after bottling.”

Nestlé and Dufry partner to embrace health and wellness with GTR exclusive launch of Solgar range for travellers

Nestle International Travel Retail and Dufry have partnered with Nestle Health Science to deliver a GTR first with the trial of the Solgar Health and Wellness brand in Dufry’s new shop-in-shop retail concept, Mind. Body. Soul.

In a significant step forward in Nestlé International Travel Retail’s ambition to provide air travelers with high quality food and introduce health and wellness options, the partners will offer a range of vitamins, minerals, herbals and supplements (VMHS) to travellers. The six-month trial kicked off last month (April) at Zurich and Athens airports, two of Dufry’s 20 global innovation stores used to test-run new projects.

The trial – featuring Solgar, a leading VMHS brand – is the result of  m1nd-set research in 2022 that identified health and wellness products as a growth opportunity, appealing to almost 50% of travellers across all key demographics. With consumers keen to address the impact of travel on health, VMHS products are seen as offering vital emotional, physical, and mental support when leaving the ‘comfort zone’ of familiar surroundings.

“There is compelling evidence that VMHS products can offer huge support and benefits for travellers,” says Nestlé Global Marketing Manager Aura Sanchez. “These range from supporting immunity and the digestive system when visiting different countries to helping with sleep issues, balancing and boosting energy levels, and maintaining nutritional balance during dietary changes.” 

The Solgar brand is the result of over 75 years of commitment to quality, health and well-being. The ‘gold standard’ of VMHS products, the brand offers more than 300 products in over 60 countries globally. “Trusted by millions of consumers worldwide, Solgar was the obvious choice for this trial,” continues Sanchez. The initial range has been selected to meet the needs of the travelling consumer as defined by the m1nd-set research and includes products for immunity, energy, sleep, and daily well-being. It includes best selling formulas such as the award-winning multivitamin Formula VM-2000 and trademarked advanced formula Ester C Plus Immune Complex.

Working in close collaboration with Dufry, merchandising has been created to highlight differing need-states making selection easy for the consumer. A digital product selector tool has been built into the merchandising unit which informs and guides the consumer to making the right choice for their specific needs such as supporting sleep and energy levels. 

Displayed within the Mind.Body.Soul. section of Dufry stores, the trial started at Level 1, Zurich Airport on April 11th and the Extra-Shengen terminal, Athens airport on April 30th.

Commenting on behalf of Dufry Phrederika Miltiadou, [Global Category Manager - Food] says, “Dufry works closely with its brand partners, constantly seeking to implement innovation that meets the changing needs and wants of the global travel retail shopper.  Our alignment with the Nestle V.E.R.S.E. model to drive growth in the wider food category, recruiting new consumers, and delighting our existing loyal customers has allowed us to partner on a number of initiatives beginning with Coffee in travel retail last year. This year, as part of our aim to deliver a Health and Well-being range, including vitamins, minerals, herbals and supplements, we have benefitted from Nestle Health Science division’s in-depth category knowledge, which has helped us to deliver a comprehensive range of products that address key traveller need states. We are currently trialing this in both our core duty free store in Athens, and our pioneering Mind. Body. Soul. concept at Zurich airport, and the retail executions by our store teams in both these locations have been exceptional.”

While Solgar is the first brand to be trialled, the Nestlé portfolio includes a range of leading global brands such as Vital Proteins, Garden of Life, and Natures Bounty, all of which are seen as offering significant potential for the travel retail channel. 

“Since its foundation in 2011, Nestlé Health Science has always been committed to help people live their healthiest lives,” says Andrea Traficante, Head of Business Intelligence, VMHS International. “When the opportunity to enter in a new channel partnering with NITR and Dufry arose, we immediately saw that as the perfect addition to our presence. Solgar will be the first of Nestlé Health Science’s VMHS brands to be available to airport passengers in Zurich and Athens, however we are confident that in the future, more of our globally-trusted brands will play a pivotal role in the wellness journey of airport passengers from around the world.”

“At Nestlé ITR we are committed to identifying these market opportunities and working with our retail partners to meet travellers’ needs and in so doing, further drive industry growth,” continues Aura Sanchez. “With leading travel experience player, Dufry, we have a shared ambition to build the wider food category within travel retail and we have enjoyed developing our partnership further with this VMHS project. We’re incredibly grateful for their support and are confident that this is just the start of a new growth sector for our channel.”

As previously announced, the VMHS strategy will be delivered through the VERSE model, which harnesses Value, Engagement, Regeneration, Sense of Place and Execution.

Women in Travel Retail+ announces next networking event in London

Women in Travel Retail+ is delighted to announce another exclusive networking event hosted by Joe & The Juice and the Blueprint Partnership – open to all WiTR+ members and friends.

The event will be held at the Joe & The Juice London store (8, Berkeley Street) on the 30th of June from 1700-1930, where attendees can enjoy a delicious range of pastries and non-alcoholic cocktails and juices.

Sarah Branquinho, WiTR+ Chair, says: “Many thanks to Joe & the Juice and the Blueprint Partnership for their support of WiTR+. Our last event in London was a great success and we look forward to another fun and productive evening.”

Places are limited to 50 so please RSVP to Gerry Munday at gerrymunday2811@gmail.com by 16 June at the latest to secure your place.

Elizabeth Arden underlines GTR ambitions and unveils new Ceramide travel retail exclusive

Following the successful financial restructuring of its parent company Revlon – and its subsequent exit from Chapter 11 earlier this year – Elizabeth Arden has reconfirmed its commitment to the global travel retail channel. In line with the aspirations this new business chapter brings, the company has put in place an exciting pipeline of product innovation. The first major new launch is the Ceramide 3 x 7 Capsules Tin travel retail exclusive, which began rolling out to European airports as of May 2023.

“I’m proud to say that we are emerging as a stronger company that is well positioned for long-term growth,” noted Revlon President and CEO Debra Perelman, referencing the group’s emergence from Chapter 11. “With a simplified capital structure, significantly reduced debt, and a new, highly experienced and committed Board of Directors, we look forward to unlocking the full potential of our globally recognised brands and continuing to offer our customers the iconic products they have loved for decades.”

The power of three

The new, refillable Ceramide 3 x 7 Capsules Tin features three different types of Elizabeth Arden’s signature, single-dose Ceramide Capsules, which are ideal for travel. Pre-measured, portable and TSA-approved, these capsules take the guesswork out of skincare application, and are encapsulated to keep the active ingredients within potent and fresh, while being preservative-free. There are seven separate doses of each Capsule type, making this tin perfect for holidays, business trips, or for trialling the Ceramide collection.

The Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Capsules combine super-hydrating hyaluronic acid with protective, skin-strengthening ceramides, to visibly plump, firm and hydrate skin. Advanced Ceramide Capsules Youth Restoring Serum feature a triple-powered anti-ageing formula that fortifies the skin’s barrier repair function; boosts moisturisation levels; and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The Line Erasing Night Serum Retinol Ceramide Capsules complete the tin trinity. This targeted night-time treatment pairs the power of retinol with ceramides to visibly diminish lines and wrinkles, improving skin texture and tone, while preventing harshness and dehydration.

All three types of Ceramide Capsules are biodegradable, clinically and dermatologist-tested, and suitable for all skin types.

“We are known for our iconic Ceramide Skincare, with five capsules sold every second,” noted Céline Moittié, Elizabeth Arden Marketing Director EUTR. “We are confident that this reusable, travel-friendly tin, with a very accessible RRP of under €20, will appeal not only to existing consumers, but offer an extremely attractive way for new customers to discover our premium Ceramide skincare collection too.”

THÉLIOS UNVEILS ITS NEW VISUAL IDENTITY

Thélios unveiled its new visual identity during its Convention in Rome, while presenting the Fall 2023 collections of its Houses, Dior, Fendi, Celine, Loewe, Givenchy, Stella McCartney, Kenzo and Fred.

Born in 2017 from LVMH's desire to make eyewear an essential element of the Houses' collections, Thélios entered a new phase of its development and aimed to mark this moment through a redesign of its brand identity.

The new identity has been meticulously crafted to express the values and raison d'être of Thélios: to pioneer a new experience in luxury eyewear, raising the standards of the industry.

This development took concrete form with the introduction of a new logo, of which the baseline – “LVMH Eyewear Excellence” – is a key element. The logo expresses a timeless elegance: minimalist yet statutory, the proportions are well balanced and the accent on the “e” has been simplified with an elegant horizontal line. The 'o' also stands out, as the circular shape of the letter symbolizes an eye and the sun – a nod to the mythological origin of the name Thélios, derived from Theia, goddess of light and vision, and Helios, god of sun - but also a reference to the complete cycle of its value chain going from creation, through production to distribution.