welcomes close to 6,000 delegates to Cannes

The 37^th TFWA World Exhibition & Conference drew to a close today, with the event hosting a total of 5,983 visitors up to midday on Thursday 6th October – a figure that is up 77% from 3,373 in 2021. The figure compares to 7,215 visitors at the equivalent point in the 2019 event, which was a record attendance.

This total included 2,095 representatives from duty free operators and landlords, more than double the 2021 total, and down by 12% compared to 2019. 1,179 delegates were in the audience for the TFWA World Conference, which took place on Monday 3rd October and saw TFWA President Erik Juul-Mortensen joined on stage by a selection of speakers from within and beyond the industry. 177 delegates attended the Airport Forum workshop, sponsored by Kering Eyewear, on Tuesday 4th October, while 123 attended the Innovation in Action workshop on Wednesday 5th October.

With a large number of brands hosting larger stands, this year’s exhibition occupied a total of 20,751m², up from 12,190m² in 2021. 387 companies exhibited, 57 of which were new exhibitors. These first-time exhibitors came from 8 sectors and from as far afield as Ghana, Saudi Arabia and Republic of Korea.

Having facilitated a total of 1,226 on-site meetings throughout the week, the TFWA ONE2ONE meeting service once again proved to be a welcome element of TFWA World Exhibition & Conference.

With innovation at the heart of this year’s event, TFWA i.lab offered delegates and participating companies a wide array of opportunities to connect and collaborate. Subjects including mobile and digital technology, data analytics, e-commerce, traveller research, sustainability and corporate citizenship, were explored during the event.

Well-attended social events once again confirmed that face-to-face networking opportunities remain a top priority for industry colleagues across all sectors. Hosted at the Carlton Beach 1,600 guests attended TFWA’s opening ‘Get Together’ event, while between 500 to 800 guests enjoyed the TFWA Lounge: after-work sessions and at the highest attendance peak on Wednesday night, 2,358 guests joined the TFWA Lounge: night-time session.

“In this, the 75th anniversary of the duty free industry, we’re very happy with the outcome here this week, in terms of exhibitors, square metres of stand space, delegates and buyers in attendance. A real mood of confidence has been confirmed by the conversations taking place around the event all week. We look forward to the future with confidence and by the time we are back here in Cannes next year I’m convinced we will be flying at full height once again.

We closed our books today, and thanks to our prudence in the past, our finances are in a strong position. We are well placed to continue supporting the industry going forward to next year and beyond,” stated Erik Juul-Mortensen, TFWA President.

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The conference will open on Monday November 22^nd  with a welcome addresses from Sherif Toulan, MEADFA President; and Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Duty Free. 

The morning session will feature a panel session of leading industry figures in the Middle East and Africa, who will address the issues the industry faces in the post-pandemic world. Joining the panel will be Ray Hernan, CEO of Aer Rianta International; Ramesh Cidambi, COO of Dubai Duty Free; Frédéric Chevalier, Chief Operating Officer – Europe, Middle East and Africa at Lagardère Travel Retail; Isabel Zarza, Chief Operating Officer – Central and North Europe, Russia and Africa at Dufry; and François Bourienne, Chief Commercial Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports.

The theme of the ‘new normal’ will continue in the afternoon session, with Kamil Al Awadhi, IATA Regional Vice President Africa and Middle East, and Airports Council International Africa Director General Ali Tounsi offering insights into the shape of the recovery in international travel in the Middle East and Africa. Day one will conclude with a presentation from Bassam Al Wardi, Chief Executive Officer & Board Director of Bahrain Duty Free, who will discuss the retail offer at Bahrain International Airport’s new terminal, one of the Gulf’s most exciting new aviation developments.

Day two of the conference will begin with a look into what lies ahead for tourism in the Middle East from the perspective of Basmah Al-Mayman, United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Middle East Regional Director, followed by a talk from Delta Air Lines Regional Director Manoj Kuriakose on the lessons the airline has learned during the global crisis. A panel session will then address the issues facing African aviation and related industries, led by Africa Airlines Association Secretary General Abderahmane Berthe; Chief Executive Officer of Abidjan International Airport (AERIA) Aka Manouan; Africa Tourism Association CEO Naledi Khabo; and Dufry General Manager Africa Isaias Diaz. 

The final conference sessions will see Rita Chidiac, chair of the MEADFA Advocacy Working Group, and Sandra Uwera, COMESA Business Council CEO, highlight the latest advocacy work being done on behalf of the duty free and travel retail industry in the Middle East and Africa. In addition, Dr. Jennifer Cords, Director Corporate Affairs, Business Compliance & Corporate Responsibility of Gebr. Heinemann, and Richard Gray, CEO of ARI Middle East, will examine how brands and retailers can meet growing consumer demand for sustainability and digitalisation.

Attendees will have the chance to meet and discuss business with industry professionals during networking coffee breaks and lunches, while Sunday’s Welcome Cocktail and Monday’s Gala Dinner will provide further opportunities to catch up with friends and colleagues.

Delegates wishing to visit the MEADFA Conference in person are advised to book early as physical attendance will be limited due to capacity restrictions in line with health & safety measures, which will be in place during the event to ensure the wellbeing of attendees. More information on these health & safety measures can be found at https://www.tfwa.com/the-meadfa-conference/covid-19-safety-guidelines-100012076. Those unable to travel to Dubai will have the opportunity to follow the conference through a paid livestream service hosted on the TFWA 365 digital platform.

MEADFA and TFWA would like to thank all sponsors of this year’s MEADFA Conference, including Dubai Duty Free, Pernod Ricard, Nestlé, Imperial Brands, Swedish Match, Japan Tobacco International, Mazaya and Beam Suntory INC.

For more information and to register for the event, please visit https://www.tfwa.com/the-meadfa-conference/book-your-place-100006094.

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The TFWA Board and Management Committee took into account the continuing uncertainty surrounding the travel and health situation, as well as the worldwide fall in industry activity, in taking its decision.

TFWA President Alain Maingreaud said, “By agreeing significant reductions to space rental fees, making changes to the format and working with our partners in Cannes to reduce the cost of taking part in the event, we did what we could to attempt to ensure the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference could take place. Since making those changes, we have monitored the situation daily, and been in constant contact with our members and partners. The way in which the situation has developed, with the economic impact of the crisis becoming increasingly serious amid continuing uncertainty over restrictions on travel, has forced us to review our plans.

“The Management Committee was unanimous in its decision to cancel the 2020 edition, and in its desire for the Association’s events to play a central role in the industry’s recovery from 2021.

“The TFWA World Exhibition & Conference is an essential event for the duty free & travel retail industry; not just a time and place where business is done, but where friends are made and good times are shared. It is a moment that I think we all look forward to. And thanks to the event, TFWA is able to support the work done on our industry’s behalf, work which has never been more important than today. That work includes advocacy and the coordination of our industry’s response to specific challenges, such as product packaging, the provision of consumer information, and many others.

“The cancellation of TFWA World Exhibition & Conference will have a significant impact on the Association’s finances, but thanks to the sound management of our resources up to now, we have been able to build reserves to help us cope with difficult periods such as this. We remain determined to do all we can to help our industry emerge from its most difficult period, keep our members and partners informed and help coordinate our industry’s response to the current crisis.

“We would like to thank all those associated with our event in Cannes, including the Mayor of Cannes and our many friends and partners in the city, for their understanding at this difficult time. We are also grateful for the support of our exhibitors, visitors, trade press and other partners. TFWA will continue to work with them to help rebuild our industry.”

For exhibitor enquiries, please contact commercial@tfwa.com

For visitor enquiries, please contact visitors@tfwa.com

For press enquiries, please contact TFWApress@tfwa.com

For any other enquiries, please contact helpdesk@TFWA.com

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Laurice launched this edgy, taboo-breaking fragrance collection for women, men and unisex in 2003 to restore artistry to perfumery and to create a scent for each neighborhood in New York. 

Today, Bond No. 9 is New York’s most iconic fragrance and color house and a top selling globally recognized luxury brand.  As of 2019, Bond No. 9 has produced more than 70 fragrances that encompass many New York neighborhoods, beaches, places and also exclusive co-branded fragrance collections for Saks Fifth Avenue and Harrods.  She pioneered the concept of the world’s first at-home fragrance system: Private Bond.  This super-luxe offering invites consumers to blend and bottle their own customized metro-fragrance, and is the ultimate in exclusivity and desirability.

In 2019, Bond No. 9 introduced New York Lips, the first refillable collection of luxury lip colors from the brand.  Bond No. 9 has 6 eponymous boutiques and is also sold at Saks Fifth Avenue, select Bloomingdale’s stores, Harrods UK, Selfridges UK and www.bondno9.com.

In an industry that has long been dominated by men, Bond No. 9 is the first American parfumerie to be headed by a woman – Laurice oversees every aspect of Bond No. 9 – from creating the New York-centric concept behind Bond’s collection, to guiding the development of each fragrance and bottle design, to designing the interior of each Bond No. 9 boutique.

Beyond a brand, she has made Bond No. 9 a singular force to be reckoned with in the world of luxury goods.  Not only is Bond’s prizewinning repertory of eaux de parfum honored around the world for its wide, stunning, intoxicating range of women’s, men’s and shared eaux de parfum, but it’s a brand about firsts. 

In 2015, Laurice became the world’s first perfumer to win the coveted United Nations’ Women for Peace Award, presented to her for campaigning for and spreading peace internationally and raising funds for the cause via our universally loved Scent of Peace.

Bond No. 9 is unique in maintaining its staunch independence. No corporate takeover for Bond No. 9. Just as much as its founder treasures her expansive customer base, she values unfettered freedom to innovate and stretch the limits.

Bond No. 9 was the first parfumerie to introduce civic scents. Bond’s bestselling Scent of Peace-with a men’s as well as a women’s eau de parfum–celebrates world peace. And, their Liberty Island honors freedom, liberty and multiplicity.

Laurice has been advocating for and exemplifying Women Power ever since she started the brand 16 years ago.  Bond No. 9 is 100 percent independently owned and operated by a woman  and her company is comprised of 80 percent women. 

Laurice is a passionate business woman with an uncompromising nose.  She operates on feelings … intuition … instinct, supported by a deep knowledge of the fragrance industry.  As an international executive with such companies as Lancome-Paris and Annick Goutal, she traveled to all corners of the world discovering innovative ingredients, artisans and perfumers.  She has always celebrated the unexpected.

Her fragrance philosophy is simple:  give the consumer freedom of choice; never attempt to dictate.  When it comes to scent, Rahmé believes in the power of the individual.  “A woman should always strive to be herself, never outrageous, never outré … but always singular,” she notes.

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In 1973, Laurice joined Lancome-Paris as International Training Director, tripling the Company’s skincare business in the Middle East.  In 1976, she assumed the role of Director of the Lancome Institut de Beauté, and relocated to L’Oreal USA’s (then Cosmair, Inc.) headquarters in New York.  Later in Paris, she met with fragrance designer Annick Goutal and became Partner and President of their operations in New York.  From 1989 – 1995, she was responsible for introducing the small French company to the US and creating a unique niche marketing approach focusing on the brand’s jewel-like boutique allure.  Recognition and rapid growth followed, and her strategy transformed a small-scale business into the international success story it is today.  She also served as US Distributor of Creed in 1995 for nine years.

Laurice has sat on the Board of Directors for the Fragrance Foundation and was named Business Woman of the Year by The Business Advisory Council Committee.  She was also given the Beauty / Fragrance Entrepreneur Rising Star Award by the Fashion Group International in January 2006.  In 2010, Bond No. 9 Astor Place and Bond No. 9 Brooklyn received the prestigious Fragrance Foundation Award for Women’s Nouveau Niche and Men’s Nouveau Niche, respectively.  Laurice’s driving force is her insatiable curiosity, her romantic spirit and sense of adventure.

Laurice was born and educated in Paris. She is a graduate of The University of Vincennes and studied art at the Louvre Museum in Paris.  Few know that she began her career as an antiques dealer in Paris. She has resided in New York for more than 25 years and loves it!

George Ledes caught up with Laurice Rahmé at TFWA in Cannes:

GL: What was the overall mood of the customers?

LR: The overall mood of the customers was very positive!  Our customer is very passionate about our brand.  In 2003, when I created Bond No. 9, an edgy downtown perfumery, committed to designing artisanal scented evocations of the neighborhoods and streets of New York, I envisioned the scents being strictly for New Yorkers;  I never dreamed that 16 years later, the scents we created in an effort to heal the city would be appreciated by the global consumer.  It’s thrilling to see that Bond’s prizewinning repertory of eaux de parfum continue to be honored around the world.

GL: What was your “hot” item ?

LR: Our customer is always looking for new notes, non-conformist formulas and likes to be surprised by Bond’s packaging concepts.  They have a great sense of uniqueness and responded very positively to Bond’s robust pipeline including, Gold Coast, FiDi, Dubai Diamond and Refillable Lipstick Collections.   With Gold Coast, we wanted to capture the energy around Washington Square Park – something downtown and young.  We reinterpreted perfumery’s most iconic flower – rose – by constructing the freshest rose you could ever make and consumers are loving it.  FiDi is an audacious scent created for an outgoing, confident modern man.  It’s very original and unlike anything we’ve done before.  Fidi is positioned as a true masculine scent, but women are loving it too!  At Bond No. 9, our customer is looking for fragrances that speak to them in a very personal way, beyond gender, and we don’t dictate … I always say, the nose knows!  Always relevant and forward-thinking, Bond No. 9 has put recycling and sustainability at the forefront of our brand philosophy from the beginning.  In 2007, inspired by the Bloomberg administration’s commitment to recycling, we pledged to give back to the city by launching the first ever glass-bottle recycling effort – a first in the world of fragrance.  Continuing our commitment to reducing waste and creating a beautiful and responsible brand, we are proud to introduce Bond No. 9’s Refillable New York Lipstick collection.  Vegan.  Gluten Free.  Cruelty Free.  Made In New York.  Available in Red, Neutral and Plum families, our Refillable New York Lipsticks come in an opulent gold statement keepsake case to be cherished and refilled again and again.

GL: Was there an overall retail trend that was evident either in the fragrance Category?

LR: Bond No. 9’s business model created a whole new category in the industry — artisanal fragrances and scents of a place.  We saw niche fragrance offerings continue to trend at this year’s exhibition.  We’re seeing fragrance selling very well online.  Ecommerce has become a relevant destination for consumers to shop for and experience luxury fragrance vs department stores overall.  The trend is evident with the launch of next generation direct-to-consumer and direct sell e-commerce sites.

At Bond No. 9, ecommerce will continue to be a focus.  We believe in educating and engaging consumers on fragrance through online conversations, customized sampling, and a network of Bond fans.

GL: What was your busiest day ?

LR: All our days were very full, but turned out to be very rewarding.  Meeting with new and existing clients in this beautiful setting, we came away with great conversations and exciting new business opportunities.  I was so pleased with the number of appointments we secured this year.  We had the biggest turnout and met with the most customers to-date, which demonstrates how well regarded and beloved our brand is around the world.

GL: Were there any regional retail trend that was evident ?

LR: Technology continues to transform the way business and brands operate.  In the digital era, offering the consumer super-immersive experiences is key to success in retail.  Bond No. 9’s NoHo flagship — which I designed with a nod to the Palais Versailles, features crystal chandeliers, smoky mirrors, signature lacquer-red chairs and lineup of over 80 Fragrances, Candles, Swarovski Collections and Refillable Lipsticks — is a fragrance and beauty playground packed with insta-moments.  On the local level, our great partner Harrods recently opened its impressive new Beauty Halls.  The Halls are retail spaces devoted to a curated edit of new and cult fragrance brands — as well as heritage brands — making it one of the largest beauty destinations in the world.   The Halls offer unique experiences, digital try-ons, worldwide beauty exclusives and bespoke on-counter services in one dedicated place and Bond is honored to be a part of it.

GL: What was your highlight of the show?

LR: As an international executive, I’ve traveled to all corners of the world discovering innovative ingredients, artisans and perfumers, and I find the South of France is one of the most magical places in the world to visit.  I truly enjoyed the stunning beaches, seaside restaurants – and the oysters!  There is no better place for our industry to come together than in Cannes.  I always find inspiration in traveling, experiencing new cultures and cuisines.  But most importantly, I enjoyed bonding with my existing clients and meeting with potential new clients.

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David Jones, founder and CEO of You & Mr Jones and former CEO of advertising and public relations firm Havas, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at this year’s TFWA World Conference in Cannes. He joins The Rt. Hon. Tony Blair, Prime Minister, Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1997-2007) and TFWA President Alain Maingreaud at the event.

Marketing expert David Jones founded You & Mr Jones in 2015 after leaving Havas. The world’s first brandtech group, You & Mr Jones helps companies to improve their marketing capabilities by harnessing the power of technology. He is also the co-founder of One Young World, a global forum that identifies, promotes and connects young leaders from across the world.

This year’s conference will once again be moderated by Stephen Sackur, journalist and presenter of HARDtalk on BBC World News.

As always, the week in Cannes will also feature themed workshops to explore areas of interest to delegates at the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference. The Innovation in Action Workshop, taking place at 08:00 on Tuesday 1^st October at the Salon Croisette, Hotel Majestic, will explore the latest innovations from leading companies and how these are shaping the future of retail. Speaking at the workshop will be Dominik Schwarzenberger, Lead Travel & Transport Google Cloud, Google Germany; Julie Menville, Head of France, Amazon Pay; and Chris Morriss, Director of Concourse Display Management. TFWA Conference Manager Michele Miranda will moderate the session.

The Inflight Focus Workshop will discuss new ways to increase inflight sales and drive the market forward, with input from three specialists – Aldric Chau, Head of Retail and eCommerce, Cathay Pacific Airways; Elina Jamaluddin, Group Head of Buying, Duty Free for AirAsia; and Valéry Méary, Co-Founder, airfree. It will be held at 08:00 on Wednesday 2^nd October at the Salon Croisette, Hotel Majestic, and moderated by TRBusiness Managing Editor Charlotte Turner.

Alain Maingreaud, TFWA President, said, “We’re delighted to welcome such a strong line-up of speakers to the TFWA World Conference and workshops this year. As always, the events will look to explore the geopolitical and economic context along with the aviation and consumer trends that help to shape our industry. We are confident that the Conference and workshops will provide a thought-provoking start to the week in Cannes.”

TFWA is an association of brands, whose 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.

To find out more information and to book your place at the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference 2019, please visit https://www.tfwa.com/tfwa-world-exhibition-conference.

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GL: What would be your headline be for TFWA?

LR : Asia is the new niche fragrance market 

GL: What was your most popular item ?

LR:  Our men’s fragrance Lafayette is the most loved by all markets 

GL: What was the overall mood of your international partners?

LR: The mood was very positive because the niche trend continues double digit growth! 

GL: Oh, and @JeremyFragrance was there, too! Pictured here with Juan Mercado, VP- Global Retail for Bond No9.

More on @JeremyFragrance soon…GL

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TFWA celebrates another record-breaking year for its World Exhibition & Conference in Cannes as visitor numbers top 7,000 for the first time.

TFWA is celebrating another highly successful TFWA World Exhibition & Conference, as numbers reflect the buoyant mood across the conference and exhibition halls. A record 7,015 visitors attended the event, an increase of 3% from 2017. They represented 3,088 companies, up 2% from last year. The number of visiting landlords also grew by 15%. 

Strong statistics from the exhibition also bore witness to the healthy position of the duty free and travel retail industry. An extension of the Beach Village saw exhibition floor space increase to 22,759m², up from 22,607m² last year. The number of exhibitors also grew slightly from 514 in 2017 to 516, across 496 stands compared with 490 last year. Of these, 50 exhibitors were new or returning to the event, while 14 official boats were moored in Harbour Village.

The opening conference was attended by an impressive 1,676 delegates, up 2% on last year. On Tuesday morning, the Digital Focus Workshop attracted 310 attendees, surpassing the turnout of 237 attendees at last year’s event. The Inflight Focus Workshop, held on Wednesday morning, also had a standout showing, and was attended by 243 delegates compared with 195 last year. 

The return of the TFWA Digital Village was a highlight for many visiting Cannes this year, and 32 exhibitors attended. A total of 1,349 visitors passed through the doors, and while this was a similar number to last year (1,361), exhibitors commented that these were particularly high quality, with a genuine interest to purchase. Meanwhile, the TFWA Digital Village Pitch Corner – a new addition to the show – allowed delegates to hear more about the latest technological advances directly from exhibitors who took to the podium during four sessions on Wednesday and Thursday.

 The ONE2ONE meeting service remained a popular feature, helping to schedule 346 pre-arranged meetings for the main event, up 15%. A further 168 meetings were also held at the TFWA Digital Village, an increase of 3%.

The new TFWA app was downloaded by 3,276 delegates during the event. The app, which is designed to support and inform TFWA members and delegates both on site and throughout the year, is available for download now.

The Opening Cocktail at theCarlton Beach on Sunday saw a total of 1,664 guests celebrate the start of the conference and exhibition in style. As ever, Le Premium Evening was a dazzling finale to a packed social events programme, with 809 guests enjoying a magical performance from Broadway stars The Illusionists and world-class cuisine from renowned chef Romain Gandolphe. In addition, nightspot The Scene attracted a steady stream of visitors thanks to its popular Sixties-themed Lounge and new DJs playing every night.

Commenting on the figures for the last time in his role as , Erik Juul-Mortensen said; “These figures demonstrate the strength of our industry, and are definitely indicative of the sentiment here in Cannes this week. It’s very gratifying to have seen so many people over the past few days, and I look forward to seeing many of them again next month at the MEADFA Conference in Beirut.”

The TFWA Product Showcase, containing press information on brands exhibiting at TFWA World Exhibition & Conference, will remain live for one month after the show, and can be accessed at www.tfwaproductshowcase.com.

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