HDS Retail, North America has introduced a new concept in Montreal-Trudeau International Airport with the opening of FRUITS & PASSION . The grand opening of this exciting concept was cause for celebration as executives from both companies and from Aéroports de Montréal, the airport authority, participated in the official ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 23, 2005.

The 400 square foot store (37 m 2 ) is located after the security check point, in the hold room of the recently opened international jetty. It services passengers departing Montreal for overseas destinations that include European destinations and sun destinations in the Caribbean and in Mexico.

Operated by HDS Retail under a franchise agreement, the FRUITS & PASSION store carries a selection of body care, kitchen and ambiance products, such as the Globe Spa collection created especially for the needs of travelers. The 22 different product collections come in attractive packaging that is part of the overall concept experience that aims to appeal to all five senses.

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FRUITS & PASSION is a Canadian company with its headquarters located in Candiac, Montreal. Since its creation in 1992, the company has established a network of over 100 boutiques in Canada, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The company has also successfully established its brand in the United States with over 2000 points of sale. Please visit www.fruits-passion.com/en for more information on FRUITS & PASSION.