Indian Duty Free Conference

The Asia Pacific travel Retail Association is hosting the second India Duty Free Workshop at the Radisson Hotel in New Delhi. Representatives from the Indian government, tourist board and several Indian airlines will be among those speaking on the challenges facing one of the world's fastest-growing travel-retail markets

INCREDIBLE INDIA - SEPTEMBER 18th – 20th 2007.

The growth of India and the promise of opportunities have been well documented for many years.  Speculation of change has been on the horizon with travel retail and duty free operators waiting for the doors to open.  Well the time has well and truly arrived, with International and Local retailers laying the foundations for a long and lucrative venture. 

"We have all been expecting the rapid rise and change for many years, remarks Sunil Tuli -President of Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association (APTRA) but its the speed at which the Travel Retail and Duty Free retail environment is moving which has taken many by surprise.  This growth will be exponential and unforgiving.  Industry partners with India in their sights will to reap the rewards.  Ironically, the more the industry focuses on India the greater the anticipated growth for all stakeholders, but it is the brands and retailers who get in first who are likely to benefit most from the insatiable changing Indian consumers needs".

APTRA is spearheading the 2nd Indian Duty Free Conference, to be held from September 18th – 20th at the Raddison Hotel, New Delhi India.  Over 30 high profile speakers have been lined up with key Government Officials targeted together with the South Asian Associations of Regional Cooperation countries, the Tourist Board of India and Airlines serving India.  Along with TFWA, key retailers and suppliers have already pledged their support and participation which will be moderated by APTRA board members and Trade Press personalities.

India holds enormous prospects for the Duty Free and Travel Retail industry and the Indian consumer will begin to shape the travel retail landscape across the region.  However, India remains unique in many ways and those with the insight and understanding will be best placed to overcome the many challenges. 

Building on last year's inaugural success, this year's conference promises to be educational, interactive, and insightful.
For more information on the Incredible India conference, please contact;
Chethika Hapugalle
Tel: +94 112431582
Fax: +94 11 2431580
Email: Chapugalle@alpha-group.com