The main store initially opened in May 2017 with the total concession area covering 1,430sq m.

ARI International and local Indonesian partner Aura Cantik have completed a joint-venture transaction to operate perfume and cosmetics and fashion in the Jakarta Duty Free store at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Terminal 3 Ultimate.

As reported, Aura Cantik and Aer Rianta International will operate the DF&TR retail covering beauty, watches/jewellery and leather goods at the terminal.

According to ARI, the shopping area is a ‘spectacular transformation’ from the retailing in the old T2. It combines strong design features and new and exciting fashion brands.

Passenger numbers are expected to hit 7m annually, once the transfer from the old terminal is complete. The contract is for five years.

The main store initially opened in May 2017 with the total concession area covering 1,430sq m. This includes stand alone fashion stores for Coach, Bally, Tumi, Montblanc, Hugo Boss, Longchamp, Michael Kors, Aigner and Victoria’s Secret.

Anthony Kenny, Acting ARI CEO commented: “We are delighted to partner with Aura Cantik to operate our first store in Indonesia. Sales since we opened have been very promising and this augurs well for the future.”

Prem Bulchand Bhojwani, President Director of the Aura Group of Companies added: “I am pleased we are partnering with ARI on the P&C and luxury fashion shops for Terminal 3. Our strength locally, with ARI’s international experience, puts our new business in a strong position to deliver a great customer experience and retail operation.”

The concession area includes stand alone fashion stores for various brands including, Aigner, Longchamp and Michael Kors.