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Find out about TFWA’s mission, structure, members, CSR initiative and the events it organises plus the latest news on the Association’s activities.

News

Marking a milestone

Marking a milestone

Hello and welcome to the section celebrating TFWA's 40th anniversary. This is where we look at how TFWA has changed over the last 40 years via the events, services and resources it offers members and the wider industry.
2024
TFWA marks milestone of 40th anniversary

TFWA marks milestone of 40th anniversary

TFWA is turning 40 in 2024, and plans are in place to mark this momentous occasion in style across the year.
2024
Franck Waechter

TFWA names Franck Waechter as Managing Director

Tax Free World Association (TFWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Franck Waechter as Managing Director. He will assume the role from 2nd November.
2023
mission

Mission

TFWA’s mission is to identify trends and opportunities, build awareness and provide a business platform for the global duty free and travel retail industry to prosper.

events

Events

From duty free and travel retail’s annual global gathering in Cannes to the regional summit for today’s fast-expanding Asia Pacific market, TFWA organises a portfolio of premium exhibitions and conferences with industry professionals in mind.

members

Member List

Consult a database of TFWA member companies searchable by name and product category.

team

Team

See who's who among the Board, Management Committee and TFWA's permanent staff.

Care

TFWA Care

TFWA Care provides financial support to humanitarian organisations or charities that help vulnerable people – especially women and children – build better lives. The recipients are nominated by Association members and must meet specific criteria to be eligible for help.

Members by sector

Confectionery & Fine Foods
Confectionery/Fine food/Food supplements
Electronics / Travel accessories
Electronics/Travel accessories
Fashion & Accessories
Fashion/Accessories/Sunglasses/Luggage
Gifts / Toys / Souvenirs / Home
Gifts/Toys/Souvenirs/Home
Jewellery / Watches
Jewellery/Watches/Writing instruments
Fragrances & Cosmetics
Perfumes/Cosmetics
Tobacco
Tobacco/Smokers’ accessories
Wine & Spirits
Wine/Spirits/Beers/Non alcoholic beverages

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