TFWA has announced that Dufry CEO Julián Díaz González will address delegates at this year’s TFWA World Exhibition & Conference. As head of a business that is one of the most significant players in the global duty free and travel retail industry, Díaz will be offering a unique perspective on the industry during this period of its evolution. […]
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Statement from TFWA re Brexit
Industry association TFWA has just issued the following statement regarding the UK vote to exit from the European Union: Comment re Brexit From Erik Juul-Mortensen – President, TFWA As yet, it is not possible to predict how Brexit will affect the duty free and travel retail industry, and it is wiser not to make assumptions […]
TFWA: drinks category research highlights how to up appeal of core sector
Value for money remains a critical driver in the drinks sector and is key to increasing footfall, conversion and spend, according to the latest research from TFWA. The study, which was conducted by travel retail research specialist Counter Intelligence Retail, revealed that over half of passengers (53%) believe they will find a price advantage for […]
Strong exhibitor bookings reported for 2016 TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference
TFWA is expecting a successful Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference, with exhibitor bookings for the event already ahead of the number signed up by this time last year. The annual event will be held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore from May 8-12, 2016. The Association reports that 270 exhibitors […]
Juul-Mortensen re-elected TFWA president, launches strategy review
Erik Juul-Mortensen has been elected to the presidency of the Tax Free world Association for a further term of one year. This marks 16 years that Juul-Mortensen holds the top position at the Association. The election took place during the quarterly meeting of the TFWA Management Committee on December 7 in Paris. The vote was […]
TFWA to hold first research workshop in Cannes
TFWA will host its first dedicated research workshop at the World Exhibition & Conference in the Palais des Festivals in Cannes on Wednesday, Oct. 21, starting at 18.00 (6 pm). The one-hour workshop will present key findings of the Association’s most recent research studies, all of which are available free of charge to members. Peter […]
Registration opens for 2015 TFWA Asia Pacific
Registration is now open for the 2015 TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference, taking place in the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Center in Singapore from May 10 -14, 2015. This is a landmark year marking the 20th edition of TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference and the 50th birthday of the city of […]
Juul-Mortensen re-elected President TFWA
Erik Juul-Mortensen has been re-elected unanimously to the presidency of TFWA – the Tax Free World Association– for a 16th term. The election took place at a meeting of the TFWA Management Committee on December 12 in Barcelona, at which the executive team presented a review of the year. Juul-Mortensen has been a member of […]
Countdown to Cannnes: Dine, Dance, and Donate
The social highlights of the 30th TFWA World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes include many opportunities to network as we raise important funding for worthy causes supported by TFWA Care. Delegates are being urged to ‘Show You Care’ on Sunday, Oct. 26 at the Carlton Beach on La Croisette to take part in the first […]
COUNTDOWN TO CANNES
Over 470 exhibiting companies have confirmed their stands at the 2014 TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes, France from Oct. 26-31, including 42 new or returning (after a brief absence) companies. Among companies debuting in Cannes this year are Champagne Laurent Perrier and Treasury Wine Estates; fashion and accessories from Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Hedgren, National […]
