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Building on the success of our recently opened portfolio of F&B concepts and beauty boutiques, we are proud to open ‘The Coffee Club’ with a new contract at Chongqing Jiangbei International, China’s sixth largest airport. "This new store represents our commitment to enhancing the travel experience in China and the wider APAC region, and we are deeply grateful to our partners at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, for the continued collaboration and trust." said Jaswinder Singh, our Managing Director North Asia. For more information: https://lnkd.in/d-VjrGCk Freda Cheung The Coffee Club Australia

We celebrate the expansion of our Africa footprint with new ten-year Duty-free contract at Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s new terminal, in Lagos, Nigeria, representing a major landmark in enhancing our market presence. Abdeslam Agzoul, our CEO Middle East & Africa spoke at the inauguration celebration held yesterday, 4th July: "The new Terminal 2 store at Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a milestone for Avolta in Africa. We are proud to play our part in the expansion of the airport, offering a rich product selection that sets new standards in airport shopping in the region, including a broad local assortment that offers passengers a taste of Nigeria. This is a significant leap forward in our mission to make travelers happier and enhance the consumer experience in Nigeria. We thank our long-standing partners at FAAN for the trust placed in us and look forward to our continued collaboration." Read the full details here: https://lnkd.in/dPDybABG Luis Marin Mas Sarda Isaias Diaz Garcia John Hines

From the entire Avolta team we extend a huge congratulations to all of the European Airports that received well-deserved awards yesterday during the annual ACI EUROPE Best Airport Award Gala Dinner, held in Istanbul, Türkiye. Special congratulations to our partners at Aeroporti di Roma, with Fiumicino named Winner and at Zurich Airport Ltd, Highly commended in the Digital Transformation Award; Royal Schiphol Group with Royal Schiphol Airport named Highly commended in the HR Excellence Award; Torino Airport, Winner of the Best Airport Award: Under 5 million passengers; Malta International Airport plc, Winner of the Best Airport Award: 5-10 million passengers; London Luton Airport Winner and Brussels Airport Highly commended in the Best Airport Award: 10-25 million passengers; Avinor Oslo Airport Winner and Athens International Airport Highly Commended in the Best Airport Award: 25-40 million passengers; and to again to Rome Fiumicino Airport, Co-winner of the Best Airport Award: Over 40 million passengers, with Istanbul Airport, and to Heathrow for winning the Highly Commended award. The Best Airport Awards recognise excellence and outstanding achievement across five categories, — Digital Transformation, Eco-Innovation, HR Excellence, World Business Partner and Best Airport (split by airport size) – the winners, leading our business into a better, more sustainable future and we are proud and honored to work with you. For the full results: https://lnkd.in/ebAarvY3 Luis Marin Mas Sarda Fred Creighton Isabel Zarza Walter Seib

This time last week we joined airport and industry partners, brands and competitors at The Airport F&B + Hospitality Conference & Awards (FAB) in Ontario, California, USA. It was inspiring to see some of our leaders take to the stage: David Mackay shared his thoughts about the impact of converging channels on the evolution of F&B; Bastiaan van Asten presented learnings from Avolta’s Sustainable Food Route partnership with Royal Schiphol Group; and Laura FitzRandolph provided fresh insights about effectively developing and retaining our people – a common challenge across the industry. Big congratulations to Walter Seib, who was recognized for his Outstanding Contribution to the Airport Food & Beverage Industry. We are immensely proud to see some of our team members recognized as FAB Superstars Awards Winners or Highly Commended recipients. Congratulations to Phạm Như Quân, Cigdem Baymaz, Ronan Casey, Pham Hai Yen and Tatiana Manganaro for their commitment. And congratulations also to the HMSHost back-of-house team at Denver International Airport and the JOE & THE JUICE team, Hudson, at Vancouver International Airport for their Star Team awards. Finally, we are honored to receive awards for our F&B concepts, including Bottega Prosecco Bar & Craft Beer at Zayed International Airport, UAE; Tiffin Center and Tiffin Express at Bangalore Airport, India; our Hello Customer initiative at Brussels Airport, Belgium; Snap at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, USA; and Plum Market Terminal A at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, USA. Thanks to The Moodie Davitt Report Davitt for bringing the industry together for another valuable event! Cathy Jongens Kristina Bradac Ashley Davidson Shayna Iglesias Madeline Duncan Bottega S.p.A. Plum Market Denver International Airport - City & County of Denver Dept of Aviation Vancouver Airport Authority Zayed International Airport Bangalore International Airport Ltd Brussels Airport Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Eugenio Andrades Legacy debuts its program in Spain with its first volunteer fun day! ✨ On Saturday 29 June, we had the pleasure of partnering with Fundación Deporte y Desafío for a heartwarming day of volunteering and support for children with disabilities. 172 people joined the event - a series of adapted activities from Multi-sport activities to Geocaching (a navigation game using GPS) - organised for 40 children, including the child of an Avolta team member and the sister of another. It was a day filled with joy and learning, with all the children participating with enthusiasm. Sports serve as a powerful means of integration into society and the support of this meaningful cause honors Eugenio’s memory through one of his passions; sport aimed at helping the underprivileged. Camillo Rossotto, Isabel Zarza, Fernando Nadal Rubio, Fernando Pérez-Peña del Llano and other members of our management and the wider Avolta team and their families were accompanied by Paula Dávila Martínez, Eugenio's wife and key advisor of the initiative and Jorge Perez de Leza, President of Fundación Deporte y Desafío. A special thanks to everyone involved for making this day memorable and impactful. The journey of Eugenio Andrades' Legacy continues and we will be sharing more news shortly. Myriam Avello pedro castro

Wishing Ranjith Kumar our APAC CFO, cherished colleague and friend to so many of the Avolta team a very happy retirement. Our CFO Yves Gerster dedicated these words: “Ranjith is a remarkable colleague and friend, over the years, he has not only been a trusted partner in our work but has also embodied the highest standards of integrity. His presence will be sorely missed, but his legacy will continue to inspire us.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d62hyvW2

First-of-its-kind Hudson Cafè launches at Sharjah International Airport! 🚀📚 ☕  The café is a hybrid F&B and Retail concept, made possible through global brand partner Mondelez World Travel Retail. The UAE hub with over 15 million passengers in 2023, and connected to over 100 destinations in 62 countries through 33 international airlines, is an ideal location to pioneer exciting F&B innovations that meet the changing needs and trends of travelers. We can't wait to watch our new concept evolve, making the journey as exciting as the destination! Read all about the new concept here: https://lnkd.in/dyN4dkjn Luis Marin Mas Sarda Abdeslam Agzoul Alexandre Tabacoff Ridada Elias Chiguna Rossella Amato Mondelēz International Sharjah Airport

We are thrilled to announce our entry into a new airport, Macau International Airport Co., Ltd. with a seven-year contract to operate key categories in Duty Free as well as General Merchandise, reinforcing our presence in Macau, the tourism magnet of southern China. The new stores will showcase the best of local and international brands, featuring packaged favorite local delicacies and souvenirs that ensure our offerings resonate with the cultural preferences of all travelers passing through the airport, while providing travelers a gateway to the finest products from around the world. "We are excited to bring our expertise and passion for retail to Macau International Airport, where we aim to provide an unparalleled shopping experience, that matches the region’s dazzle. This expansion not only strengthens our footprint in Macau but also allows us to serve Macau’s tourists more holistically. We promise shopping experiences that are as delightful and memorable as the destination itself.” said Freda Cheung, our President & CEO APAC. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dpDygX-A Jaswinder Singh

Avolta opens it's newest highway restaurant, bringing authentic Italian flavors to motorists in Feistritz, Austria Walter Seib, our CEO Northern, Central and Eastern Europe, said: "We are proud to unveil this new restaurant to motorists. Our aim is to distinguish ourselves from other roadside offerings by working directly with Autogrill Italy's suppliers to deliver unique products, design and service standards. Guided by our commitment to sustainability, we chose to refurbish the site while preserving the building's existing structure. We look forward to welcoming travelers to experience our top-notch dining and retail offerings, designed to provide comfort, quality, and a taste of Italy on the go.” Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/drHr7K7k Martin Ugrinovits Madeline Duncan

We are proud to share that last night our CEO Southern Europe, Isabel Zarza, was awarded the Premio Vega Top 100 Female Leaders in Retail Award! "I would like to express my most sincere gratitude to the [Spanish Retail Association] and to Infocap for organizing these awards and for paying tribute to female leadership in the retail sector, business innovation and commitment to equity. At Avolta female leadership is an integral part of our DNA. Women provide unique and valuable perspectives that drive innovation and success at all levels of our company. Together, we are redefining the boundaries of what is possible and creating a more inclusive and equitable future....I dedicate this award to all the brilliant women who work at Avolta worldwide, and especially to those in my incredible team in Spain." Asociación Española del Retail AER angeles montesdeoca casado Luis Marin Mas Sarda