Welcome to the TRBusiness 90 Second News update for 12 August 2026 – your weekly roundup of duty free and travel retail news, kindly sponsored by Coty.
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Avolta acquires majority stake in Penha Duty Free Group in the Caribbean

Avolta has acquired a majority stake in Penha Duty Free Group, a duty-free operator in the Caribbean, strengthening its position in a number of top leisure destinations in the region. Read more…

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Unifree Duty Free brings summer experiences to Istanbul Airport

Unifree Duty Free has launched its summer campaign at Istanbul Airport, transforming its retail spaces with seasonal activations, live entertainment and immersive brand experiences designed to enhance the passenger journey during the peak travel season. Read more…
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Chanel opens standalone beauty boutique at Toronto Pearson

Chanel has opened a new standalone Fragrance & Beauty boutique at Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminal 1, strengthening the luxury house’s presence at one of Canada’s key international travel hubs. Read more…
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Augusto Deymonnaz opens consulting-led airport marketing studio Purposely

Experienced airport and travel retail marketing executive Augusto Deymonnaz has launched Purposely, a new consulting-led airport marketing studio built specifically for airports, travel retailers and global brands operating in complex aviation environments. Read more…

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