airasia Shop launched in PH

Aviation Updates Philippines – airasia, now rebranded as an ASEAN super app in October, launched the airasia Shop in the Philippines on Thursday, in partnership with the company’s logistics venture, Teleport.

airasia's newest venture in the Philippine e-commerce market comes as part of its initiative to enhance the company's digital platform to include convenient and value-for-money travel retail shopping.

The airasia Shop features quality authentic products from categories such as Beauty, Fashion, Electronics & Gadgets, Health & Wellness, Kids products and exclusive airasia merchandise with affordable prices. 

Delivery via Teleport is currently available only around Metro Manila, according to its website.

airasia.com Chief Executive Officer Karen Chan said: “Since the launch of airasia.com as the Asean super app last October, we have meticulously planned the expansion and availability of our product offerings to other markets. Today is a momentous occasion as it marks the launch of airasia Shop in the Philippines, making it the second destination at which we have expanded our e-commerce presence in, and signifying the importance of the Philippine market to airasia."

Citing the continued growth of the country's digital economy over the past year, airasia Philippines Chief Executive Officer said they "...see this as a great opportunity to join the e-commerce industry, redefining duty-free, travel retail, and at home shopping experiences."

“As industries shift and continue to be shaped by our current situation, airasia will continue to innovate amazing product offerings and experiences for our guests and customers, which is why airasia is the leading travel, lifestyle and digital platform in the region,” he added.

Moreover, Regent Asia Group Chairman and Managing Director Jose Maria “Chim” Esteban lauded airasia's move, saying: "Regent Travel Retail Group has been supporting airasia’s e-Commerce innovations since 2019 and we are excited to be part of the launch of airasia Shop in the Philippines."

airasia Shop is offering a 50% discount on selected items and free door-to-door delivery (with no minimum purchase) for all purchases, through Teleport, until January 31, 2021. The airasia Shop can be accessed at https://www.airasia.com/shop-ph.