Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has been named ‘World’s Leading Airport Duty Free Operator 2025’ at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala held in Bahrain. It is the highest award in the category, recognising Qatar Duty Free’s outstanding performance and service in the global travel retail industry.
The World Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel and tourism worldwide, based on votes from industry professionals and consumers. The latest win reflects Qatar Duty Free’s dedication to creating exceptional shopping experiences for travellers at Hamad International Airport.
Ahead of the global-level win, Qatar Duty Free won the regional round in October, being named ‘The Middle East’s Leading Airport Duty Free Operator 2025’, cementing its reputation as the regional travel retail hub.
Earlier this year, QDF earned several other prestigious honours, including ‘Retailer of the Year’ at the Frontier Awards and ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ at the Skytrax World Airport Awards, further signalling its leadership in the industry.
Thabet Musleh, Chief Retail & Hospitality officer at Qatar Airways Group, said: “Winning at the World Travel Awards is another great moment of recognition for our team. It shows that the hard work, creativity, and care we put into every detail truly make a difference. We do so much more than just sell products; we create experiences that travellers remember. Rounding off our 25th anniversary with this award proves that Qatar Duty Free is not only leading today but is ready to continue blazing the trail ahead.”
