Two new Furla stores in Munich airport

Furla is pleased to annouce that two new stores have been opened in Munich Airport, New Satelite Terminal, T2 levels 4 and 5.

Level 4

The 12sqm personalised corners were opened in partnership with Eurotrade Flughafen München Handels-GmbH on the 22nd of April with Furla’s colourful SS16 collection.

“It is an honour to have two new stores opening simultaneously in an airport,” says Gerry Munday, Global Travel Retail Director. “A big thank you to Eurotrade for their hard work and support”.

Level 5

Fortified Wines is the name of the game for Accolade Wines

Moving away from its ‘norm’ in Travel retail, Accolade Wines is pleased to announce its latest release from the Hardys label, a range of 4 rare and exquisite fortified wines. Initially showcased at this years’ TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition and Conference, the range has already received high praise.

A project that has taken just over 18 months, the Hardys Rare Fortified range consists of the Hardys Rare Show Sweet White (only 150 bottles produced), the Hardys Rare Liqueur Sauvignon Blanc (346 bottles produced), the Hardys Rare Tawny (864 bottles produced), and the Hardys Rare Muscat (784 bottles produced). These wines have been crafted from reserve wines matured in barrel over many decades.

Rupert Firbank, Commercial Director, Accolade Wines, comments, “These are wines that we have not bought to Travel Retail in the past but which we feel there is a market for. When we present them at special Hardys events people always rave about them and ask where they can buy them – now they can! The range received extremely positive feedback during TFWA AP, so we are excited to see what listings will be achieved.”

Paul Lapsley (Chief Winemaker, AU) says, “The awesome foursome not only showcases the wonderful reserves of aged fortified wines we have, but also the commitment from everyone in a truly collaborative team effort. Hardys has made magnificent, unique and innovative fortifieds for over 100 years, from vintage ports to sherries, and this release adds to that wonderful history. The combination of blending aged wines with younger fresher material has resulted in this group of complex wines with a kaleidoscope of flavours which are very luscious and very moreish.”

Accolade Wines’ portfolio offers a broad range of New World Wines, including: Mud House, Da Luca, Grant Burge, Viña Anakena, Arras and Geyser Peak.
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Accolade Wines Background
Drawing on the proud heritage of Hardys, one of the first wineries established in Australia over 160 years ago, Accolade Wines has matured into a global wine company whose brands sell in over 100 countries. Our portfolio features some of the world’s best-known brands including Hardys and Banrock Station (Australia), Flagstone and Kumala (South Africa), Echo Falls and Geyser Peak (California), and Mud House and Waipara Hills (New Zealand), amongst others. Headquartered at historic Reynella, South Australia, we employ more than 1500 people in Australia, the UK, mainland Europe, North America, Asia, New Zealand, Chile and South Africa.
Our vision is to be the world’s leading provider of New World, premium, commercial and value wines. For more information about our people, our brands and our business visit us at www.accolade-wines.com.

William Grant welcomes new Managing Director for Global Travel Retail

William Grant & Sons is delighted to announce the appointment of Ed Cottrell as Managing Director for Global Travel Retail. Ed is an experienced commercial leader in the drinks and leisure industry and brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to the travel retail channel.

Ed’s previous experience includes Commercial Director for Enterprise Inns, various roles at Diageo over 14 years, and Sales Director for Bibendum Wine.

Says Ed: “I am thrilled to be joining such a vibrant, dynamic and innovative company. I know other channels in the drinks industry very well, so it will be interesting to put that knowledge to practice in travel retail. GTR is a new environment for me - certainly one with its own specific opportunities and challenges – but one where I am confident of bringing relevant new insight and ideas to the table.”

Ed started his career as an army officer and still keeps actively involved in military charities. He is also a keen sportsman and enjoys cricket, cycling, field sports, and skiing.

Champagne Lanson extends its Wimbledon Tennis Promotion to the Middle East

Champagne Lanson has brought the world’s greatest lawn-tennis tournament, Wimbledon to the Middle East.

Throughout the month of June, Champagne Lanson is partnering with Dubai Duty Free to bring an array of eye-catching promotional areas, showcasing its long-term sponsorship of the famous tennis event.

Situated in Emirates Terminal 3, Shop 3 - which is the busiest and biggest shop of the airport – the main promotional area features a mini tennis court, with a large wall showcasing its 75cl Black and Rosé labels, along with a tennis umpires chair to give it an authentic feel.

To encourage purchasing, Champagne Lanson is offering any traveller who purchases 4 bottles from the Lanson range to receive the 5th for free.

The on-pack pouches differ in style from previous years. The Black Label sits in a royal blue pouch that mimics the polo shirts of the ball boys and girls of Wimbledon, while the Rosé Label wears a pink version of the shirt. As ever, both versions of the promotional pouches show off the Wimbledon Championship logo, and the addition on a miniature tennis ball on the zip gives it an instantly recognizable feel.

Champagne Lanson Travel Retail Director, Olivier de La Giraudiere comments, “The Middle East is an important region for Champagne Lanson, one that we are keen to expand in. We have forecasted that we should sell four times the amount of product that we would normally do this time of year, so this promotion is a great sales tool.”

JCI Jewellery expands its travel retail team as its commitment to the channel continues

JCI Jewellery has expanded its travel retail team with the appointment of Grace Campbell as Sales and Marketing Manager.

Grace has a wide reach of experience in marketing and sales, having started her career working as a marketing executive for Civil Engineering, Ground Work and Flood Defence Solutions. Her later experience includes working in the Health Foods, Bakery and Dairy sectors, along with the drinks industry as a brand manager.

Campbell comments, “Throughout my career I have been lucky enough to have a variety of experiences that have helped me to increase my marketing skillset – working on large scale consumer events to directing TV adverts. As a new recruit for JCI Jewellery I am very excited about the potential I see, especially within the travel retail sector. The company has already seen huge success in the travel retail channel and I am looking forward to playing a part in its future success.”

Another new face joining the JCI Jewellery team is Rebecca Douglas, who takes on the role of Creative Manager. In her new role, Rebecca uses her previous experience in the Textiles and Fashion industry, where she studied Design Management and worked for jewellery retailers and textile and design companies. Rebecca’s wide range of knowledge includes purchasing, product development, print and jewellery design.

Douglas comments, “From a very early age I knew the jewellery industry was ultimately where I wanted to be, inspired by a design placement in New York for Mociun where I specialised in jewellery design. My work history has culminated to allowing me to take on an exciting and creative role at JCI Jewellery, which have given me the perfect balance between product development and buying.”

Claire O’Donnell, Key Account Manager, JCI Jewellery, comments, “The addition of both Grace and Rebecca to the JCI Jewellery travel retail team is a blessing. Both bring valuable experience in sales, marketing and jewellery design, which is vital to our company if we are going to continue to expand in the channel.”

André de Almeida is to leave his role at William Grant & Sons

William Grant & Sons has announced that its Regional Director for Europe Travel Retail,  André de Almeida, has decided to leave the business at the end of July.

Ed Cottrell, Managing Director for GTR at William Grant & Sons said:  “André joined us from The Edrington Group four years ago and has led the GTR Europe region since then, building strong relationships with his customers. Under his tenure the Europe GTR business for William Grant & Sons has increased significantly. On behalf of William Grant & Sons, I would like to express our sincere thanks for his contribution and to wish him the very best in the future.”

André de Almeida said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at the company and have made many friends along the way. I will always consider myself to be part of the William Grant & Sons' extended family.”

DYRBERG/KERN brings an exciting new brand to travel retail

Danish jewellery company, DYRBERG/KERN is delighted to announce the release of its new brand, Zabel Jewellery. Premiered at the recent TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition and Conference, Zabel is the brain child of Maria Zabel, who created the brand four years ago with the desire to bring edgy but feminine jewellery pieces to the quality conscious woman.

Jacob Olsen, Travel Retail Manager, DYRBERG/KERN, comments, “The introduction of this new brand to travel retail is an exciting time for both DYRBERG/KERN and the founder. Maria designs all of the pieces herself, so the brand is totally unique and comes from the heart. We introduced the brand to travel retail and duty free at TFWA Asia Pacific and received some very positive feedback, so we are looking forward to a bright future.”

Zabel is a beautiful contrast between strength and fragility, and is infused with elements of asymmetric naturalism. Dyrberg/Kern has released two collections from Zabel, both of which are ideal for the inflight channel -  Sakura and Taylar.

The Sakura series is Zabel Jewellery’s interpretation of the beautiful cherry trees of Japan – strong in the branches but frail and feminine when pink flowers blossom. The Taylar series expresses the emotion of freedom through the asymmetric wing shapes. Each collection offers necklaces, earpost chains and bracelets. All pieces are made of 925 Sterling Silver, with a plating of 18kt gold and white cubic zirconia stones.

Each piece is beautifully designed and packaged in light pink boxes with a delicate black bow. The addition of the wing-designed Zabel logo makes each box pleasing to the eye, and the ideal gift to any woman.