Discover definitions of duty free and travel retail and how they differ. Read about trade associations promoting industry interests around the world.

Duty free and travel retail associations

Duty free and travel retail associations

In addition to TFWA, there are a number of other professional organisations that promote the industry’s interests at regional and international level. The section below has brief details of each and links for further information.

Defining the market

Defining the market

As a global industry selling goods to international travellers, duty free and travel retail has a turnover in the billions of dollars. Yet for many, the nature of this market is unclear. The section below, which is based on the definition used in the TFWA Handbook, summarises the key points.