The Moodie Report India
APTRA India Conference sold out as more sponsors named
The second APTRA India conference is shaping as a strong follow-up to the inaugural event in 2024.
We speak to FiLLi Café Founder Rafih Filli about what his popular Dubai brand brings to the travel space, a new collaboration with Radiance Hospitality and his airport expansion ambitions.
Suntory Global Spirits’ renewed sponsorship highlights the company’s continued focus on the Asia Pacific region and the Indian traveller, as well as the potential for growth in Indian travel retail.
One of the busiest travel hubs in India was named Best Airport for Arrivals Globally in the 2024 ACI World Airport Service Quality Awards.
Senior figures from Avolta, including Chief Commercial & Digital Officer Vijay Talwar and Country Manager, India David Grady, will feature as speakers at the event, while m1nd-set will debut at the conference as the official insights partner.
The openings in Malaysia, India and Singapore reinforce the brand’s commitment to growth within the region’s dynamic travel retail sector.
A key highlight is the ‘Leaders’ Dialogue: Building Hub Excellence with Leadership and Strategic Vision’ panel, focusing on strategies to address infrastructure and regulatory challenges.
We asked leaders from across travel retail to share what Accelerate Action means to them. Their voices highlight the industry’s collective determination to break barriers, challenge biases and create a more inclusive future.
The promotion in key passenger traffic areas using digital and static advertising assets is a collaboration with Times OOH, which holds exclusive media rights for the airport.
“As the entire Bangalore International Airport Ltd family and its partners rose to their feet in a standing ovation, it was a powerful reminder of what true inclusion looks like.” – Mitti Café Director & COO Swati Dokania
The opening marks the retailer’s fourth outlet at the airport., offering a diverse range of travel essentials, including books, local snacks, premium chocolates, travel accessories, toys and destination-themed merchandise.
GMR Airports CEO - Business Development and Commercial Rajesh Arora says, “APTRA has been instrumental in providing the right platform for travel retail industry stakeholders to come together and engage on the most relevant issues pertaining to the industry.”
Our latest images selection comes courtesy of Ospree Duty Free, which captured a major marketing prize at the second annual ET Great India Retail Awards, presented last week in Mumbai.
