Capi-Lux (B&S Grup) announced that it will not participate in the repeated auction for the lease of commercial space at Chisinau Airport.
In particular, Capi-Lux, partner of Le Bridge Corporation, together with which in February they submitted a tender for the right to manage commercial premises at Chisinau Airport for catering services and specialized trade in a sterile public area (Travel Retail, Food Beverage), announced that it is no longer interested in participating in the re-tender announced in March. After a comprehensive analysis of the requirements and context of the tender, the company has concluded that, for strategic reasons, it is not in its interest to continue the process. For this reason, Le Bridge Corporation will also not participate in the tender because it does not meet the requirements set out in the tender specifications. Nevertheless, Le Bridge Corporation reaffirms its commitment to high standards of quality and service and will continue its Travel retail activities at the land borders of Moldova, offering travelers the highest quality products and services, as it always has. Capi-Lux is a leading airport retailer offering the best selection of branded consumer goods and is represented worldwide by nearly 70 stores in 21 airports. Part of the B&S Group, its product portfolio includes international brands of perfumes and cosmetics, alcoholic beverages, tobacco, personal care, home goods and consumer electronics, which are delivered to millions of consumers every day - both directly and through distributor and reseller partners. B&S is actively engaged in distribution and catering services in a variety of markets, including airlines, cruise lines, ship suppliers, diplomatic corps, caterers and peacekeeping missions. Le Bridge Corporation Limited is part of a group of companies that have been successfully operating in Moldova for over 25 years, including 15 years in Travel Retail. The group has made significant investments in the country's economy, creating hundreds of new jobs. It is one of the largest taxpayers, paying significant amounts to the state budget every year. In 2023 alone, these payments amounted to about 890 million lei. As previously reported by InfoMarket agency, on February 19, the deadline for submitting applications for participation in the first tender announced earlier for the lease of commercial areas for catering and specialized trade for sterile zone, Duty Free zone in the premises of Chisinau airport ended. The Public Property Agency (APP) and the capital's airport informed that only 2 companies applied for the tender - LeBridge and Lagardere, which does not ensure sufficient competition. Due to the lack of sufficient competition, as well as some shortcomings in the process of organizing the auction, the specialized commission decided to hold a new tender. The deadline for submitting bids for it is March 25 (17:00). Earlier it was reported that bids will be considered on March 26-28, and the auction will be held on March 29 and its final results will be announced. //25.03.2024 - InfoMarket.
