ARI North America operates the Duty Free concession for Halifax International Airport. In 2009, ARINA signed a new lease agreement with the Halifax Airport Authority that will maintain the partnership in Halifax until 2017 and includes international and transborder shops.
Investigating new and exclusive products to stock in store is a key element of our customer strategy. We work continuously with suppliers to create exclusivity for our customers.
One extremely popular product that is stocked in Halifax is Canada’s first single malt whisky “Glen Breton Rare 10 year”. It is widely available in Canada but the province is fortunate to be the birthplace of North America’s only single malt whisky distillery. The distillery is in close proximity to Halifax Airport making this product a purchase for departing passengers.
On this product alone, sales last year increased by 40%. Continuously promoting who we are and what we offer is a key marketing initiative at these locations. Opportunities are continuously investigated to capture the attention of potential customers through a variety of channels.
