Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has launched a one-of-a-kind Samsung Experience Zone in Hamad International Airport (HIA). The Experience Zone, which is located at Concourse C, showcases the newest Samsung products for passengers to experience first hand.

 

The Samsung Experience Zone, measuring approximately 150 square metres, showcases the latest mobile phones and accessories, such as Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, Samsung Note 8, Samsung Gear VR, and much more.

 

Head of Qatar Duty Free, Mr. Thabet Musleh, said: “Qatar Duty Free is proud to be the first airport retailer to introduce the Samsung Experience Zone in the Gulf region. QDF understands the power of technology, innovation and creativity now and for the future, in alignment with the Qatar National Vision 2030. It is a privilege to work with our key partner, Samsung Gulf Electronics, to bring the latest technology to HIA, providing our passengers with even more engaging experiences and making HIA a world-class shopping destination in itself.”

 

The innovative duty free operator is now the second-largest duty free operator in the Middle East and was recently awarded ‘Airport Retailer of the Year’ at the DFNI Global Awards 2018 who recognise and accolade international retailers for being best-in-class.

 

HIA, the home of QDF, has already met a number of significant milestones in 2018, including being ranked fifth ‘Best Airport in the World’ at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2018. HIA is also the only airport in the Middle East in the world’s top 10 airports of 2018. At the annual awards ceremony, HIA also took home the title of ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for the fourth year in a row, and ‘Best Staff Service in the Middle East’ for the third year in a row.