Managed by TFWA and hosted by Muscat Duty Free, the organisers say the 18th MEADFA conference will provide a learning and networking opportunity for those…
Managed by TFWA and hosted by Muscat Duty Free, the organisers say the 18th MEADFA conference will provide a learning and networking opportunity for those…
This year the event was attended by 3,194 visitors from the duty free and travel retail industry, up 3% from last year’s 3,087 and 2,905 in 2016. These figures included representatives from 1,290 companies, up by 6% from 1,220 in 2017 and 1,186 in 2016. There were 2,534 delegates from duty free and travel retail operations, landlords and agents at this year’s event, which was…
The two Gebr. Heinemann subsidiaries have recently signed a partnership agreement with Carnival Cruise Line, the world’s largest cruise operator, based on passengers carried. The start of operations for the new retail partnership will take place in the first half of 2018. The product range on Carnival’s ships will comprise perfume and cosmetics, liquor, tobacco & confectionery, watches including fashion apparel and accessories. …
Organisers the TFWA (Tax Free World Association) say he will share his views on how the industry can thrive and still position itself as an indispensable component in every traveller’s journey. As part of a strong element on the travel and tourism outlook in Africa. The association says the MEADFA* conference will also hear from the former CEO of SA Express Airways and aviation consultant Inati…
The announcement was prompted by the resignation of the Lebanese prim eminister, who stepped down because he feared being assassinated. The Minister of Tourism H.E. Avedis Guidanian issued an official letter to MEADFA reassuring its continuing support of the upcoming event. He said: “The resignation of Prime Minister Saad Hariri has no impact on the security or the economic stability of the country. We reassure…
Currently running, it offers shoppers gifting opportunities across the Dewer’s portfolio of scotch whiskies, including a limited edition gift box. Diwali is one of the world’s biggest annual celebrations, with a surge of Indian travellers heading into and out of India. It is also important in Dubai, Singapore and Malaysia where there are large Indian populations. Bacardi GTR says Dewar’s is a key brand for…
A total of seven operator and nine supplier awards were handed out at Hotel Majestic, Cannes. The Travel Retail Awards were launched 11 years ago to recognise and highlight the importance of alcoholic drinks within the global travel retail sector. The competition is founded on a rigorous and independent judging process, receiving many entries. It is supported by many of the world’s leading drinks producers…
The visitors represented a total of 3,031 companies while the total number of visiting operators and landlords, a key category essential to the success of the event, was up 6% compared to 2016 at 2,262. TFWA’s new Digital Village attracted 33 exhibitors on its debut at the show, and 1,361 visitors. Erik Juul-Mortensen, president of TFWA said: “It was an excellent way to convey to…
