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T his year, FESTINA Group’s main objective at TFWA World Exhibition & Conference is to strengthen its presence within the duty free ecosystem, particularly in airports, onboard airlines, and on cruise ships. “These are strategic environments where we can connect with international travellers and express the strength, reliability, and elegance that define our brands,” explained Manon Colombies, General Manager, FESTINA Group. “As a group present in over 110 countries, we take great pride in offering an exceptional global after-sales service network, an absolute necessity when you are a true watchmaker. From both an ethical and professional perspective, we simply cannot offer timepieces without ensuring the proximity of an authorised technical service.” FESTINA Group is showcasing a curated selection of flagship models from a broad range of over 600 timepieces. These include men’s and women’s watches crafted in stainless steel and powered by reliable Japanese Miyota movements. “Our focus is on delivering products that blend quality, style, and exceptional value,” said Colombies. “With a strong reputation for combining affordability with precision and design, our timepieces continue to appeal to a broad spectrum of travellers worldwide.” Given the breadth of its global distribution today, FESTINA Group’s priority is to strengthen its travel retail presence worldwide, ensuring a more robust and visible footprint in the duty free segment across all continents. “The FESTINA Group has proudly exhibited at this event for over 30 years, making us among the most longstanding exhibitors in the Yellow Village,” Colombies added. “What we value most is the unmatched opportunity to meet partners and professionals from across the globe, all gathered in one dynamic and inspiring setting. TFWA is not just an exhibition – it’s a celebration of our industry and a vital part of our international calendar.” YellowVillage C15 L OQI aims to excite retailers and brands with its customisable bag collections – from everyday totes to getaway weekenders and pocket-perfect zips – while showcasing its design flexibility and quick turnaround capabilities. LOQI offers 100% customisable bags, from destination exclusives to gifts with purchase. Whether you’re an airport seeking sustainable solutions, a retailer calling for local designs, or a brand creating giveaway sets, LOQI makes sure your bags tell your story. “LOQI is unveiling a new customisation concept, allowing brands, airports and retailers to create collectible destination designs – using a simple iconic sticker concept,” explained Rebecca Wong – Global Manager World Travel Retail, LOQI. “We’re flexible: start with a base LOQI bag and give customers the freedom to make it their own – adding brand icons or travel memories with stickers. Quick, easy, fun and simple to implement locally.” For LOQI, travel retail is more than a sales channel, with Wong describing it as the company’s natural habitat. “Airports are where sustainability meets spontaneity, and where travellers discover bags that are as practical as they are playful. This space is strategically essential in sharing the LOQI story with the world on the go.” LOQI already has a presence in travel retail and with the introduction of a dedicated team focused on the channel, it is opening new opportunities to partner with customers and expand into fresh markets. “TFWA is a perfect mix because LOQI is suitable for multiple target groups,” Wong added. “Our bags are an ideal fit for travel retailers looking for sustainable destination products, inflight merchandisers seeking lightweight design items, as well as exhibiting brands that need merchandise for employees, customer giveaways, or GWP. This versatility makes LOQI a strong partner across the entire travel retail ecosystem.” YellowVillage E41 FESTINA Group strengthens GTR presence with timeless value and craftsmanship LOQI empowers retailers and brandswithcustom bag collections for every journey Tuesday 30 September 2025 68 T F W A D A I L Y