Abu Dhabi International Airport records AED809.5m retail revenue in 2012

Abu Dhabi, 30 January, 2013 (WAM)-- Abu Dhabi Airports Company ( ADAC ), the operator of Abu Dhabi's five airports, revealed today that Abu Dhabi Duty Free retail revenue reached AED 809.5 million in 2012, an increase of 24% over 2011, setting a new record for the company. The announcement was made today by the Chief Operating Officer, Mohammed Al Bulooki at the opening of Trinity Forum 2013, hosted by Abu Dhabi Airports Company .

The retail figures reflect an increase in both Spend Per Passenger and average transaction value during 2012. The increases are mainly due to the attractive combination of the retail mix, a variety of luxury brands and the promotional campaigns of the retail operators.

In 2012, Abu Dhabi International Airport's passenger numbers grew by 18.9%, bringing 14.7 million passengers through the airport.

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