Good support for TFWA

The TFWA (Tax-free World Association) says that, so far, 516 exhibitors have registered 496 stands for its World Exhibition & Conference, which is due to take place at the Palais des Festivals, Cannes, between September 30 and October 5.
This, it says, marks the second consecutive year that exhibitor numbers have exceeded 500.
Of the 516, 50 exhibitors are new or returning to Cannes after a short break.
The Beach Village, located outside the Palais des Festivals, has this year been extended to the Majestic Beach opposite the Majestic Hotel.
All delegates are invited to visit the TFWA Digital Village at the Gare Maritime from October 2 to October 5, which will showcase the latest technology, digital solutions and hardware for the duty free and travel retail industry.
The TFWA Product Showcase is returning this year and can be found at www.tfwaproductshowcase.com. It said the service had proved instrumental in helping exhibitors highlight their new products, and was regularly used by journalists and visitors looking to catch up with the latest news in the duty free and travel retail market.
‘A range of tools will be available to help attendees navigate more than 22,000 square metres of floor space,’ the Association said in a press note. ‘A geo-localisation app will allow users to identify their location on a 3D interactive floor plan, while delegates who download the new TFWA app will receive also up-to-date information about activities and events taking place in and around the exhibition.
In addition, visitors can take advantage of on-site services at the TFWA Lounge, including a dedicated concierge service, private bar and lounge area.
Interactive directional screens, discounted rates on helicopter flights between Nice and Cannes, and professional photos and films of exhibitor stands will be available also.
Registration is available at: www.tfwa.com.