Avolta AG, a prominent global travel retailer established in 1865 and based in... Avolta AG, a prominent global travel retailer established in 1865 and based in Basel, Switzerland, adopted its current name in November 2023, previously operating as Dufry AG. The company manages a vast network of duty-free and duty-paid retail outlets strategically located within major travel hubs worldwide, including airports, cruise terminals, seaports, railway stations, and bustling downtown tourist districts. Its diverse retail portfolio encompasses various formats, from comprehensive travel retail stores under brand names such as Dufry, World Duty Free, Nuance, Hudson, Autogrill, and HMSHost, to dedicated brand boutiques, convenience stores (predominantly Hudson), and specialized theme shops. Avolta's product offerings are extensive, designed to meet a wide array of traveler needs. These include perfumes and cosmetics, confectionery and food items, wines and spirits, luxury watches and jewelry, fashion and leather accessories, tobacco products, electronics, souvenirs, and destination-specific merchandise. Additionally, they provide everyday essentials like soft drinks, packaged food, travel accessories, personal care items, sunglasses, and reading materials such as newspapers, magazines, and books.
