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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. 16:00-17:00 The Singapore gateway: Where the world’s greatest brands drive the future of travel retail Join industry leaders for a dynamic panel discussing the future of travel retail, exploring how evolving traveller profiles and shifting global dynamics are reshaping the industry. As the sector adapts to meet the demands of an experience- driven, digitally native consumer, leading brands are innovating and forging new partnerships to stay ahead. This session will examine key structural changes, Singapore’s unique role as a strategic hub for global brands, and the transformations needed to drive continued growth in the travel retail ecosystem. Hosted and curated by: Wednesday 13 May 10:00-11:00 TFWAWorkshop: Market Watch China As China’s travellers redefine the rules of engagement, the implications for global travel retail are hard to ignore. This TFWA Market Watch workshop examines the trends, technologies and market dynamics shaping a new chapter for the sector, from innovation in Hainan to the growing power of social media and AI-driven insight. 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 Daily, 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. 15:00-16:00 TFWAWorkshop: Market Watch India India is becoming a defining growth story in travel retail. This TFWA Market Watch workshop examines the market dynamics, consumer shifts and infrastructure momentum shaping its next chapter. 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 14 May 10:00-11:00 TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda – In Conversation with Auckland Airport In the final edition of TFWA C-Suite: The Innovator’s Agenda, we sit down with Lucy Thomas, Head of Retail at Auckland Airport, to explore how leading hubs are rethinking the role of travel retail within the wider passenger journey. 11:15-12:15 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. Prev i ew May 2026 5 T F W A D A I L Y