Hudson

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Hudson is a leading North American travel retailer operating Hudson, Hudson News, Hudson Booksellers, duty-free, and specialty shops in airports and transportation hubs.

East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
Owned by Avolta AG

About Hudson

Hudson is one of North America’s largest travel retailers, best known for its blue-branded Hudson and Hudson News stores in airports and major transportation hubs. The company operates more than 900–1,000 duty-paid and duty-free locations offering travel essentials, snacks, books and magazines, souvenirs, electronics, beauty products, and other convenience items to travelers across the United States and Canada. Hudson is headquartered in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of global travel retailer Avolta AG (formerly Dufry AG).([hudsongroup.com](https://www.hudsongroup.com/about-us?utm_source=openai))

A charge labeled similar to “HUDSON ST1112” on a card statement typically refers to a purchase at a specific Hudson store location, with the “ST1112” portion likely indicating an internal store ID or terminal/store number rather than a separate brand. These transactions are usually one‑time in‑person purchases for travel essentials made in an airport, commuter rail station, or other travel hub. In some cases, you might see small test or authorization amounts appear temporarily when a card is first swiped, which later settle to the final purchase amount.

If you have questions about a Hudson charge, first match the transaction date and amount to any travel you undertook that day, especially flights or train journeys, and check your email for receipts if you requested electronic delivery. You can also review your boarding passes or trip itineraries to recall which airport or terminal you were in, since Hudson’s website lists store locations by airport and city. If the charge still looks unfamiliar, contact Hudson customer service via the contact details on their corporate site or reach out to your card issuer to dispute or request more information; providing the exact descriptor (including the “ST1112” piece), date, and amount will help both Hudson and your bank locate the transaction quickly.([hudsongroup.com](https://www.hudsongroup.com/about-us?utm_source=openai))

Bank Statement Variations

2 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Hudson.

  1. HUDSON ST1748 ORLANDO FL
  2. Hudson st1112

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the charge from “HUDSON ST1112” on my card statement?

A descriptor like “HUDSON ST1112” typically indicates a purchase made at a Hudson travel retail store, most likely in an airport or major transit hub. The “ST1112” portion is usually an internal store or terminal identifier, not a separate company name. Match the date and amount to your recent travel to confirm the charge.

Where are Hudson stores usually located?

Hudson primarily operates in airports and large transportation hubs across North America, including locations branded as Hudson, Hudson News, and Hudson Booksellers. If you see a Hudson charge, think back to any airports, train stations, or tourist locations you visited on or near the transaction date.([hudsongroup.com](https://www.hudsongroup.com/about-us/our-stores?utm_source=openai))

Does Hudson offer subscriptions or recurring billing, or are charges usually one‑time?

Hudson is a travel convenience and specialty retailer, so nearly all consumer charges are one‑time in‑store purchases for items like snacks, drinks, books, or travel accessories. They do not typically bill consumers on a subscription basis; recurring monthly charges under the Hudson name would be unusual and should be investigated with your card issuer.

Can Hudson place small temporary authorization holds on my card?

Yes. Like many retailers, Hudson or its payment processor may place a small temporary authorization hold on your card when you tap or swipe, particularly for contactless or chip transactions. This can appear as a low amount at first and then adjust to the final purchase total once the transaction settles, with the initial hold dropping off after a few days.

How can I get a receipt or proof of purchase for a Hudson transaction?

If you requested an email receipt at checkout, search your inbox for “Hudson” around the transaction date. Otherwise, you can contact Hudson customer service through the contact information on hudsongroup.com and provide the date, approximate time, location (airport/city), and full card descriptor so they can attempt to locate the transaction and advise on receipt options.([hudsongroup.com](https://www.hudsongroup.com/about-us?utm_source=openai))

How do I request a refund or resolve a billing issue with Hudson?

Start by contacting the specific store if you remember the airport or location, ideally with your physical or emailed receipt. If you cannot identify the store, use the customer service contact details on Hudson’s corporate website and share the charge date, amount, and full statement descriptor. If the issue remains unresolved or the transaction is clearly unauthorized, follow up with your card issuer to dispute the charge.

Why does the Hudson charge amount seem higher than what I remember?

The total at a Hudson store can increase due to add‑on items at the register (such as snacks, beverages, or last‑minute accessories), local sales taxes, or duty‑paid vs. duty‑free pricing depending on the terminal. Compare the posted prices you recall with typical airport markups and confirm whether multiple items were purchased in the same transaction.

How can I confirm that a Hudson charge is legitimate and not fraud?

Verify whether you were traveling on or near the transaction date and if you passed through an airport or transit hub that typically has Hudson stores. Check your wallet for items you may have bought—like books, magazines, or travel-sized products. If you still don’t recognize the charge, contact Hudson via their corporate site for more details, and immediately notify your card issuer to review or dispute the transaction if you suspect fraud.

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