This week, both the newly renamed Travel Retail Alliance of the Americas--TRAA (formerly the International Association of Airport & Duty Free Stores) and South American Duty Free Association ASUTIL have announced the dates of the upcoming Summit of the Americas and the ASUTIL Conference, respectively. Page 1.

TRAA also announced the opening of its Early Bird registration. For more information, please click here.

In the lead story of the week, Avolta released its 3Q and 9-month results, showing accelerating quarterly growth and margin progression, as new operations counteract some of the pressure from the disruptions in the Middle East.

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TRAVEL & TOURISM

Canadian travel to the United States is inching back for Canadians, although it remains significantly below 2024 levels, reports research from Leger. See more details on page 2.

AIRPORT TECHNOLOGY

MIA becomes the world’s largest cargo airport to launch an AI-powered digital platform. Page 2.

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SUPPLY SIDE

Two of the leading confectionery companies in travel retail report on their successful 2026 and reaction to major new initiatives revealed in Cannes.

The Hershey Company builds on its evolved “Take the Taste with You” platform. Page 3.

Lindt & Sprüngli elevates premium chocolate in Travel Retail with new creations and experiences at TFWA Cannes 2026. Page 4.

AT THE POINT OF SALE

Diageo Global Travel unveils limited-edition Don Julio exclusively with Avolta in Mexico.

 

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Lois Pasternak

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