The Trinity Forum 2024 will be hosted by Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) and Imex Pan Pacific Group (IPPG) on 5-6 November in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The event, created and owned by The Moodie Davitt Report in 2003 and now co-organised with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific & Middle East and ACI World, brings together the world’s airports, brands, and concessionaires, alongside their business partners in the travel retail sector for provocative and stimulating conversations.
Vietnam’s most populous city, Ho Chi Minh City is situated in the Southeast region of the country, lying next to the Saigon River. Served by Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the city is a major centre for finance, media, technology, education and transportation. It generates around a quarter of Vietnam’s total GDP, and is home to many multinational companies.
Ho Chi Minh City is known for its well-preserved French colonial architecture, vibrant street life, its varied cultural institutions and historic landmarks, walking streets, museums and galleries. It attracts more than eight million international visitors annually.
Host Airports corporation of Vietnam (ACV) is a state-owned corporation and be responsible for the management & operation of 22 airports all over Vietnam, including 9 international airports and 13 domestic airports.
“We are honored to co-host The Trinity Forum 2024 alongside IPP Group”, said Mr. Nguyen Cao Cuong, Deputy General Director of ACV. “This historic event marks a significant milestone for Vietnam’s aviation industry and underscores our commitment to driving positive change and innovation within the sector. We look forward to welcoming delegates to Ho Chi Minh City and engaging in meaningful conversations that will shape the future of travel retail.”
Mr. Nguyen Duc Hung, Regional Board Member of ACI APAC & MID and Deputy General Director of ACV, further stated: “The Trinity Forum 2024 promises to be a platform for thought-provoking discussions, innovative ideas, and valuable networking opportunities. By bringing together industry leaders and stakeholders from around the world, ACV expects that the Trinity Forum 2024 will yield plenty of fruitful outcomes for all participants, drive innovation, and shape the future of travel retail in Vietnam and beyond.”
Another host IPPG is one of Vietnam’s largest multi-sector retail conglomerates, with a workforce of 25,000 employees, owning 35 subsidiary and joint-venture companies. IPPG is also the largest shareholder of Cam Ranh International Airport Terminal. In the retail and tourism sectors, IPPG has invested in numerous non-aviation service projects at Vietnamese airports and border crossings, including duty-free shops, food and beverage outlets, and modern passenger service areas featuring hundreds of renowned global brands. Through its reputation, IPPG serves as a key partner to major global duty-free business groups.
Mr. Johnathan Hanh Nguyen, Chairman of IPP Group said: “The Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City in November 2024 presents a significant opportunity for Vietnam to exchange experiences in developing the tourism and aviation sectors. It also allows us to seize the moment to promote tourism and investment in Ho Chi Minh City and showcase the image of Vietnam and its people to the global community.”