INDIA. Avolta has confirmed its status as a gold-level sponsor for the Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association (APTRA) India conference in Mumbai on 7-9 April.
Senior figures from Avolta, including Chief Commercial & Digital Officer Vijay Talwar and Country Manager, India David Grady, will feature as speakers at the event.
Avolta President and CEO Asia Pacific Freda Cheung said, “At Avolta, we are proud to return as a Gold Partner for the APTRA India Conference, building on the great success of last year’s inaugural edition. India plays a significant role in travel retail, not only as a key market but also through the many customers and colleagues with Indian roots who contribute to the industry, both within the country and globally.
“With India’s aviation sector expanding rapidly and exciting new projects emerging, the country is solidifying its position as a major player in global travel retail. We look forward to connecting with industry leaders at the conference to exchange insights, explore opportunities and shape the future of travel retail in India together.”
APTRA President and Group CEO King Power Group (Hong Kong) Sunil Tuli added, “Avolta is a long-term and valued partner to APTRA and we are extremely grateful for their continued confidence in the APTRA India Conference series, alongside their ever-present support for the association. We look forward to welcoming Freda, Vijay, David and a sizeable contingent of their colleagues to this pivotal event.
“Their support bolsters the momentum we aim to achieve with the conference in fostering a collective readiness across travel retail to harness the full potential of India’s aviation boom into a sustainable and resounding success for brands, retailers, airports and our broader community.
“We are also delighted to welcome m1nd-set to the conference as one of our insights partners and we look forward to the exclusive insights they will present.”
The event has secured strong industry support, with Ospree confirmed as platinum sponsor. GMR Airports Limited, Qatar Duty Free and Whyte & Mackay have been named gold partners, with more leading industry names to be announced soon. DFNI serves as the official media partner for the conference.
Research agency m1nd-set will also debut at the conference as the official insights partner. Head of Business Development Anna Marchesini will share exclusive findings on Indian travellers’ behaviour and preferences. These insights are based on recent qualitative and quantitative research conducted with a representative sample of Indian international duty-free shoppers.
Spaces at the conference are limited to 270 attendees, with more than half already reserved. Interested parties are encouraged to secure their place immediately through the registration website to avoid missing out. The delegate rate is US$600 per person.
Conference details
7 April
Onsite registration from 2.30pm at the Trident Hotel, followed by networking afternoon and evening Welcome Cocktail Reception
8 April
Conference sessions will run from approximately 8.30am to 4pm, with scheduled refreshment and lunch breaks.
Gala Dinner, hosted by Ospree Duty Free, will take place in the evening.
9 April
Conference sessions will run from approximately 9.00am to 2.00pm, with a morning refreshment break.
The event will conclude with lunch and afternoon networking opportunities before departure.
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