SINGAPORE/INTERNATIONAL. Tax Free World Association (TFWA) has announced the programme for the Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference, to be held from 12 to 16 May at the Marina Bay Sands complex in Singapore.
TFWA President Erik Juul-Mortensen will flag off the TFWA Asia Pacific Conference on 13 May with a state of the industry address. This will be followed by remarks from APTRA President Sunil Tuli and Minister of Trade and Industry for Singapore His Excellency Alvin Tan.
At the event, author and economist Dr Keyu Jin will outline her perspectives on the economic outlook of the Asia Pacific region and analyse its macroeconomic challenges.
Business marketing expert and author Dr Nirmalya Kumar will address the increasing significance of the Indian market and the extensive opportunities across the region.
Physicist, author and professor Dr Michio Kaku will close the conference with insights into future technological advancements and its potential impact on the duty free and travel retail industry.
Conference moderators include former AirAsia X CEO Azran Osman-Rani and TFWA Conference Director Michele Miranda.
For the first time, the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition will open on the same day as the conference, with delegates having access to the exhibition from 2.30pm.
Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights from two informative workshops, ‘China Watch’ and ‘Decoding Today’s Dwell Time’, scheduled to be held from 8am to 9am. These sessions will explore key trends impacting the travel retail industry.
TFWA i.lab Asia is returning to the event this year and will be located on Marina Bay Sands Level 1. The immersive platform will showcase futuristic concepts set to transform consumer experiences in the channel.
Click here to view the full event programme, and here to see the list of companies taking part in TFWA i.lab.
Juul-Mortensen said: “With a refreshed format and an outstanding line-up of esteemed speakers, this year’s TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference will provide attendees with ample opportunity to learn, discuss emerging and existing trends, and hear from some of the brightest minds in the industry.
“We look forward to another great few days in Singapore, and to marking TFWA’s 40th anniversary in style.”
Delegates can also sign up for the upcoming (10 April) TFWA Singapore Preview webinar. It will provide an exclusive glance at what attendees can expect from the TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference 2024.
The event is officially hosted by Changi Airport Group, while China Duty Free Group is a diamond sponsor.
Other high-profile sponsors include the city of Singapore, the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau, Avolta, Mondelēz International and Qatar Duty Free. The TFWA Conference is also supported by Nestlé, Lindt and Skross.
Products and refreshments are offered at the TFWA Asia Pacific Lounge by Duty Free Global, Liviko-Crafter’s, Heineken, Santa Margherita, Mondelēz International, Wonderful Pistachios and Perfetti Van Melle.
As reported, event passes are available through the TFWA website and registration will remain open until 4 April. ✈
