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The World of Innovation will bring together technology, retail concepts and product launches within a dedicated space. The Agora, a central amphitheatre, will host workshops, presentations and start-up pitches, offering a platform for both established players and emerging voices. Confirmed participants include The.Calling (Singapore), CXG (Hong Kong) as well as five tech solutions and services from the Singapore Tourism Board incubators and two tech start-ups from Gharage incubator: Cube.Asia and File.ai.
The Agora Programme in partnership with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)
The Agora will feature sessions focusing on regional insight and cross-industry exchange, in partnership with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). Expect to hear market deep dives into key regions such as China and India, C-suite discussions featuring senior executives from different stakeholders, and pitch sessions highlighting emerging technologies and concepts. A programme of editorial talks, private receptions and brand-led initiatives will further support knowledge sharing and networking.
AGORA PROGRAMME
Monday, May 11
15:00-15:30
15:00-15:30
TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda — In Conversation with L’Oréal
In a rapidly evolving travel retail landscape, TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator's Agenda convenes the industry's leading executives to examine where innovation is happening - and where the next opportunities lie.
The opening conversation in the series features Jesús Abia, Managing Director of L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific, representing one of the world’s most influential beauty companies and a brand long at the forefront of innovation in the channel.
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Tuesday, May 12
09:00-09:30
09:00-09:30
TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda — In Conversation with Lagardère Travel Retail
10:00-11:00
TFWA Workshop: AP Travel Retail Pulse – a Health Check and the Innovation Imperative
Asia Pacific travel retail is rebounding, but the market is evolving in new ways. This opening workshop unveils an exclusive TFWA study conducted by Oliver Wyman, offering a fresh, data-driven snapshot of the region’s duty free and travel retail landscape.
11:15 – 12:15
World of Innovation Pitch Sessions
Discover cutting-edge technologies, concepts and solutions set to shape the future of travel retail. Hear from the latest entrepreneurs as they present forward-thinking ideas, showcase practical applications, and open the door to new business opportunities across the industry.
14:00-14:45
The TFWA Dailies Deep Dive
Explore the key developments shaping travel retail. Moderated by PPS Publications, editors of the TFWA Dailies, this session will examine the major forces influencing the industry — from new infrastructure and investment to the ways the business is evolving — bringing together senior stakeholders for in-depth discussion and insight.
15:00- 15:45
TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda — In Conversation with GHARAGE
In this edition of TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda, we sit down with Lennard Niemann, Managing Partner of GHARAGE Ventures, to explore how the venture platform is developing and testing new ideas designed to reshape the travel retail experience.
More details on the session
Wednesday, May 13
10:00- 11:00
10:00- 11:00
11:15 – 12:15
World of Innovation Pitch Sessions
Discover cutting-edge technologies, concepts and solutions set to shape the future of travel retail. Hear from the latest entrepreneurs as they present forward-thinking ideas, showcase practical applications, and open the door to new business opportunities across the industry.
14:00 – 14:45
The TFWA Dailies Deep Dive
Explore the key developments shaping travel retail. Moderated by PPS Publications, editors of the TFWA Dailies, this session will examine the major forces influencing the industry — from new infrastructure and investment to the ways the business is evolving — bringing together senior stakeholders for in-depth discussion and insight.
16:15 – 17:15
Launchpad Pitch Sessions
Discover the next generation of perfume and cosmetics brands entering travel retail. Showcasing emerging brands, this hour provides a unique opportunity to explore new brand concepts designed to engage the next generation of travellers and unlock new opportunities in travel retail.
Thursday, May 14
10:00-11:00
10:00-11:00
TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda — In Conversation with an Airport Leader
Airports are no longer just gateways for travel — they are becoming dynamic platforms for retail, experience and discovery. In the final edition of TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda, we sit down with a senior airport executive to explore how leading hubs are rethinking the role of travel retail within the wider passenger journey.
16:15 – 17:15
Launchpad Pitch Sessions
Discover the next generation of perfume and cosmetics brands entering travel retail. Showcasing emerging brands, this hour provides a unique opportunity to explore new brand concepts designed to engage the next generation of travellers and unlock new opportunities in travel retail.
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