The business of fashion retail just got a sustainable runway as a second-hand store checked in at the Helsinki-Vantaa airport, the world’s first in all probability.
Who All: Finavia, the Finnish airport operator, has tied up with Relove, a local family business to launch this groundbreaking store that combines recycling culture with a café, providing an exciting new shopping and dining experience for travellers, a report in the Helsinki Times said.
- The store, to be located in Helsinki-Vantaa's former departure hall which has been transformed into a gateway area as part of a development programme once renovations are completed in the fall of 2023, will offer high quality second-hand clothing and accessories alongside the trendy café.
- The opening of the world's first second hand store at an airport is a major step towards promoting sustainable practices in the retail industry, and Helsinki-Vantaa is leading the way in providing environmentally conscious options for travellers.
- Helsinki-Vantaa airport recently won the award for Europe’s Best Airport in its size category, demonstrating customer satisfaction and the success of the airport’s efforts.
What they said:
The airport is constantly developing its offerings to follow trends and meet the needs of travellers. The partnership with Relove is one of the most anticipated additions to the airport's lineup this year.
— Nora Immonen
Director of Commercial Business
Finavia
The partnership with Finavia is an opportunity to spread the message of circular economy to a wider audience, including international customers.
— Noora Hautakangas and Eero Ukkonen
Owners
Relove
