Speakers named for Tax-Free event

The TFWA (Tax Free World Association) said yesterday that Julián Díaz González, CEO of Dufry, was due to address delegates at its 2016 World Exhibition and Conference.

The exhibition and conference will be held at the Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France, on October 2-7.

‘As head of a business that is one of the most significant players in the global duty free and travel retail industry, he will be offering a unique perspective on the industry during a fascinating period of its evolution,’ the TFWA said in a press note.

‘Former UK foreign secretary David Miliband and social media pioneer Randi Zuckerberg will also be taking to the stage.

‘They will join TFWA President Erik Juul-Mortensen, who will outline the challenges and the opportunities facing duty free and travel retail at a time of considerable political and economic change and a slowing of growth of global sales.’

Alongside the main conference program, the TFWA will stage a number of workshops.

‘The workshops will include an assessment of the all-important inflight sales channel, and explore the secrets to success in this vital part of the business,’ the press note said.

‘This year’s Market Watch will shine a spotlight on Russia – a timely appraisal as the country’s outbound passengers, (so crucial to many markets), come under increasing pressure.

‘Further food for thought will be provided by a second Research Workshop. Following the success of last year’s forum, this session will detail the latest TFWA data on the travelling consumer.’