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QATAR. The joint venture between Schiphol Group and Lagardère Travel Retail will come under the spotlight in a special session on partnership in practice at The Trinity Forum in Doha on 5-6 February.

Royal Schiphol Group Chief Commercial Officer Arthur Reijnhart and Lagardère Travel Retail Chief Executive Officer Frédéric Chevalier will jointly address the vision behind their JV, and assess progress and lessons since 1 May when they took over more than 20 stores, combining perfumes & cosmetics and sunglasses spaces with those dedicated to liquor, tobacco & confectionery.

The partnership has since been rolling out a new travel retail brand, Today Duty Free, across the Schiphol estate.

Lending further high-level lustre to the speaker line-up at Trinity are (left) Frédéric Chevalier and Arthur Reijnhart

The partners will reflect on how the new stores fit with Schiphol’s evolved commercial strategic and its focus on quality and customer-centricity.

The Trinity Forum, the world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference, will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

The event is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) has been previously announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed soon. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration for The Trinity Forum 2026 is now open at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com  

QATAR. The Trinity Forum 2026 is shaping up to be another landmark edition, strengthened by a growing roster of high-profile speakers for the 5-6 February event in Doha.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

The latest confirmed speakers include Zurich Airport Head of Commercial Centres Heidi Köpple.

Zurich Airport Head of Commercial Centres Heidi Köpple (left) and ETRC Secretary General Julie Lassaigne bring additional expertise to the conference line-up

Since joining Zurich Airport in 2010 as Key Account Manager, Köpple progressed to her current leadership role in 2016. She has since been pivotal in delivering record commercial revenues while elevating the airport’s profile as one of the leading lifestyle and travel retail hubs in Europe.

Köpple oversees airside and landside retail, dining and advertising, bringing a strong focus on innovation and premium partnerships.

Drawing on her strong background with Hugo Boss Travel Retail, she continues to shape a commercial strategy that enhances the passenger journey and the wider retail offer.

European Travel Retail Confederation (ETRC) Secretary General Julie Lassaigne is another highly regarded industry figure joining the programme.

Since starting as Secretary General of ETRC in 2019, Lassaigne has represented the association with distinction, earning the 2022 Frontier Award for Outstanding Contribution, and was among The Moodie Davitt Report’s People of the Year in 2024.

She is responsible for ETRC’s external representation and member relations. Joining in 2013, she handled core industry topics such as product information, alcohol policy, passenger rights and transport security.

Her earlier career in Brussels public affairs spans the aviation, food and sport sectors.

Bringing his extensive airport commercial and marketing expertise to the programme is PT&M Managing Director Éric Trichot.

(From left) Steer Director Gonzalo Velasco; PT&M Managing Director Éric Trichot; and Carnach Consulting Founder Kim Gray join The Trinity Forum agenda   

His career includes 12 years as Vice President Commercial Development at Nice Côte d’Azur Airport and prior academic roles at EDHEC and the French Civil Aviation University.

He will take part alongside Lassaigne and Köpple in the session ‘Shared Value, Shared Passenger Experience: Towards a Modernised ACI Europe Tender Code’.

This discussion will focus on the industry business model – often the subject of debate at The Trinity Forum – through a fresh lens, and against the backdrop of a market environment defined by volatility, repeated crises, regulatory evolution and the rise of new commercial models.

The panel will assess how promoting flexibility, data-sharing and partnerships are key to the present and future success of our industry. This is in light of ACI Europe’s lead to update the ACI Tender Code (originally created in 2001) and the September release of a study commissioned by ETRC from Stirling University on prevailing business models in the sector.

Carnach Consulting Founder Kim Gray will also feature in the speaker line-up.

Gray brings over 20 years of experience in airport commercial strategy, specialising in non-aeronautical revenue, commercial masterplans and spatial planning.

He previously served as Senior VP at URW Airports, where he directed commercial planning for key US hubs, including Los Angeles, Chicago O’Hare and New York John F. Kennedy international airports.

Gray was also Retail Strategy Lead at Heathrow Expansion, developing category mixes, layouts and phased plans, which drove higher spend and optimised passenger flow.

As Founder of Carnach Consulting, he currently advises airports and investors across multiple regions on commercial masterplans, space planning and performance assessments.

His notable consultancy projects include Toronto Pearson and Bole Addis Ababa international airports, and a multi-country retail study across Asia and the Middle East commissioned by Airports Council International.

The conference line-up also includes Steer Director Gonzalo Velasco, who brings over 20 years of airport management experience.

Velasco oversees global airport consultancy projects and has a strong track record in driving commercial revenue growth through non-aeronautical channels, including retail, property and passenger services, during senior roles at Ferrovial Airports.

His experience spans executive and board-level responsibilities at London Heathrow and Sydney airports.

He also supports industry best practices through his roles in the ACI World Non-Aeronautical Revenues & Activities Committee and the ACI World Economics Committee.

Gray and Velasco are set to present a study during the session ‘ACI APAC & MID Insights: Travel Retail Trends in the Post-Pandemic Era’.

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) has been previously announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed in the coming weeks. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration for The Trinity Forum 2026 is now open at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

QATAR. Travel retail boutique agency 2.0 & Partners has been confirmed as Exhibition Partner for The Trinity Forum, to be held on 5-6 February in Doha.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

2.0 & Partners supports luxury, fashion and F&B brands in navigating airport retail through scouting, coaching and networking. With more than ten years of industry experience and an extensive professional network, the firm offers comprehensive consulting to help clients succeed in the global travel retail sector.

2.0 & Partners Head of Hospitality Programmes & Brand Expansion Vittoria Passoni added, “We are very pleased to be returning to the Trinity Forum and taking this opportunity to support one of the premier events in the travel retail industry.

“I am a firm believer that hospitality and frontline staff are the key to unlocking the next level of service and success in travel retail, and events such as The Trinity Forum play a key role in bringing stakeholders together to find collaborative and innovative solutions for everyone.

“This is why we at 2.0 & Partners are so pleased to bring the full portfolio of services from our CXM business suite to this event. Each service is tailored to meet a specific need in the travel retail sector, working alongside partners to elevate frontline service and the customer experience.

“I look forward to seeing you all in Doha to discuss how we can work together to take our businesses to the next level.”

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) was recently announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed in the coming weeks. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration details and other information can be found at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com

QATAR. Travel dining and hospitality specialist Travel Food Services (TFS) has been named as Lanyard Partner for The Trinity Forum 2026, which takes place on 5-6 February in Doha. The company is a long-standing supporter of the event.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

TFS is the leading player in the fast-growing airport quick-service restaurant and lounge sectors in India. Owners SSP Group and K Hospitality Corp (owned by the Kapur family) launched an initial public offering for the company in July.

TFS manages a strong portfolio of in-house brands, including the ARAYA lounge concept, as well as international names such as KFC, Domino’s Pizza, Jamie Oliver’s Pizzeria and Wagamama.

ARAYA Lounges Head Rajeev Panjwani said: “Trinity has consistently been the stage where fresh thinking and new possibilities for the traveller take shape. Our ongoing support for this Forum stems from our belief in its ability to inspire innovation across the airport ecosystem.

“As long-standing partners, we see ourselves as strategic co-architects of this narrative, defining the ideas, raising the benchmarks and steering the global evolution of traveller experiences.”

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) has been previously announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed soon. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration details and other information can be found at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com

QATAR. More top executives from the aviation and travel retail sectors have been confirmed to join the outstanding programme for The Trinity Forum 2026, taking place on 5-6 February in Doha.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

Bringing the airport hospitality perspective is Airport Dimensions Chief Growth Officer Chris Gwilliam.

With over 25 years in the hospitality sector, Gwilliam drives revenue growth, strategic partnerships and network expansion for the global airport experience specialist.

The Trinity Forum 2026 promises a dynamic conference programme with a stellar speaker line-up, including Airport Dimensions Chief Growth Officer Chris Gwilliam (left) and Bangalore International Airport Ltd Vice President Commercial Pravat Paikray

Before joining Airport Dimensions, he held key development strategy roles at fast-growth brands, including Pret a Manger and Snap Kitchen.

Gwilliam will join Lima Airport Partners Chief Commercial Officer Norbert Onkelbach for a panel focused on ‘No Place for Airport Silos any Longer – Integrating Lounges with the Commercial Offer’.

Another key addition to the programme is Bangalore International Airport Ltd Vice President Commercial Pravat Paikray, who also serves as Dufry Retail India Board Director and Bengaluru Airport Services Head.

Paikray leverages over 20 years of retail and hospitality experience to lead non-aeronautical revenue growth and major airport expansion initiatives.

He previously held roles at Levi’s, Fossil, VF Corporation, Arvind Brands, Future Group and Bombay Dyeing, with experience across India, Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

Paikray is contributing his expertise to a panel exploring ‘Localisation and Cultural Storytelling in Retail’.

SEA Milan Airports Chief Commercial Officer Luigi Battuello (left) and Portland Design Senior Director Lewis Allen will add further depth to the discussions

Joining him is Luigi Battuello, Chief Commercial Officer of SEA Milan Airports, who will also contribute his insights to the discussion.

He joined the airport company in 2010 as Non-Aviation Commercial Director, tasked with growing non-aeronautical revenues, and was promoted in October 2024 to his current role, adding route development and airline marketing to his responsibilities.

Battuello began his managerial career in travel retail with the Weitnauer Group in Rome and later joined McArthurGlen as Centre Manager of Serravalle Designer Outlet, eventually becoming Country Manager and leading the development of multiple outlets across Italy.

They will be joined by Portland Design Senior Director Lewis Allen.

With over 30 years of consultancy experience, Allen has supported airports, operators and brands in maximising the value of commercial spaces and customer journeys. He champions localisation to drive customer engagement and revenue, creating authentic experiences that capture the ‘Spirit of Place.’

His work at Portland Design focuses on using insights from evolving passenger behaviours to guide space programming, experiential activation and revenue metrics of commercial venues. His recent airport projects include Newark Liberty Terminal A, New York JFK Terminal 4, Keflavik, Stavanger, Bengaluru Kempegowda International and the new King Salman International in Riyadh.

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) has been previously announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed in the coming weeks. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration for The Trinity Forum 2026 is now open at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com  

QATAR. Travel retail consultancy and services provider One Red Kite is renewing its support as Lunch Partner for The Trinity Forum 2026, to be held in Doha on 5-6 February.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

Family-owned One Red Kite works with some of the world’s leading brands and travel retailers, using its expertise to provide a range of services, including data cleansing, data management, reporting and analysis.

One Red Kite Founder & Managing Director Kevin Brocklebank said: “The Trinity Forum is a brilliant event that provides a different perspective which our channel needs. We are delighted to be supporting The Trinity event again this year and look forward to sharing some interesting insights.”

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) has been previously announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed in the coming weeks. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration details and other information can be found at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com

QATAR. CAVU has reaffirmed its support as Gold Partner for The Trinity Forum 2026, which takes place in Doha on 5-6 February.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

CAVU, owned and managed by Manchester Airports Group, is a travel services business dedicated to transforming the airport experience and driving value for passengers and airport commercial partners. The company’s footprint extends to more than 308 airports across 48 countries.

CAVU VP Growth, Experiences Craig Pring said, “CAVU is excited to lend its support to Trinity for the third event in a row as we continue to expand our network of lounges and our online marketplace in airports around the world.

“With Hamad International Airport in Doha being a world leader for airport customer experience, we can think of no better host for this year’s forum and no better place to explore the future of the passenger journey.”

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) was recently announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed in the coming weeks. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration details and other information can be found at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com

QATAR. Diageo is once again lending its support as Platinum Partner for The Trinity Forum 2026, which takes place in Doha on 5-6 February.

The powerful Johnnie Walker-to-Baileys drinks group is a long-standing supporter of the world’s leading airport commercial revenues conference, to be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. From 2026, ACI Europe also joins as a partner, which marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

Diageo Global Travel Managing Director Andrew Cowan said, “The Trinity Forum is a powerful moment in our industry’s calendar, and we are delighted to be supporting it once again in 2026.

“It has never been more important for our sector to come together at forums like this to discuss and consider how we collectively choose and promote growth.

“The Trinity Forum plays a crucial role in convening and leading this industry-shaping conversations, bringing together a diverse and global network of organisations from across travel retail.”

Registration is open for The Trinity Forum, with early bird rates available until today (28 November) at this link.

To be held at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The preliminary agenda (subject to change) has been previously announced, with additional high-profile names set to be revealed in the coming weeks. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration details and other information can be found at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com

QATAR. The Moodie Davitt Report is delighted to reveal the complete agenda for The Trinity Forum 2026, taking place on 5-6 February in Doha.

Themed ‘Transforming Airport Commerce: Innovation, Collaboration, and Passenger-Centred Growth’, the programme features two days of in-depth discussions, strategic insights and networking for the aviation and travel retail industries.

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

Early Bird registration for the event is still open through this link, offering discounted fees until 28 November.

As reported, an Early Bird delegate pass is available for US$1,100 for ACI members and US$1,300 for non-members. The registration fee rises to US$1,400 and US$1,600, respectively, after that date.

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. This year, the additional inclusion of ACI Europe as a co-organiser marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

Taking place at The St. Regis Doha, the prestigious annual event will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

The St. Regis Doha provides the setting for The Trinity Forum 2026, where global aviation industry leaders will gather to explore innovation and collaboration

Day One kicks off with registration, coffee and networking, followed by opening remarks from The Moodie Davitt Report Founder & Chairman Martin Moodie and President Dermot Davitt.

The forum opens with a keynote, followed by a discussion titled ‘Ensuring Airport Retail Remains Relevant in an Ever-Changing World’, presented by Gebr. Heinemann Owner and Co-CEO Max Heinemann.

Delegates will then explore the ‘Humanisation vs Digitalisation in the Age of AI’, featuring TAV OS CEO Aude Ferrand and Lagardère Travel Retail EVP Strategy & AI Qihua Wang.

Also on the agenda is ‘Walking the Walk with Trinity’, with speakers set to be revealed.

The afternoon will focus on the future of travel retail, featuring ‘Talking Tenders: Where Next for the Travel Retail Business Model?’ and ‘Winning Over Gen Z: Redefining Airport Retail for the Next-Generation Traveller’, with speakers to be announced.

Delegates will also hear from industry experts in sessions including ‘Travel Retail in the Post-Pandemic Era: Emerging Trends, Passenger Behaviour, and Policy Recommendations’ and ‘Assessing the Great Saudi Opportunity’, with speakers to be confirmed.

Day One concludes with closing remarks before delegates are transported to the opening cocktail, providing a setting for networking and industry engagement. {Main story continues after the following communication.}

Day Two builds on the discussion, opening with a session on ‘The Power of Partnership’, followed by ‘No Place for Airport Silos Any Longer – Integrating Lounges with the Commercial Offer’, featuring Lima Airport Partners Chief Commercial Officer Norbert Onkelbach and other panellists.

Additional sessions will explore ‘Localisation and Cultural Storytelling in Retail’, alongside ‘From a Trinity to a Quaternity: Driving Conversion Through Integrated Communication Across the Airport Estate’.

Aer Rianta International CEO Ray Hernan will share insights in ‘Delivering Value, Values and Vibrancy to a Changing Consumer Base’.

The agenda also features future-focused sessions, including ‘Megatrends Shaping the Future of Airport Non-Aeronautical Business’ and ‘A New Travel Retail Superforce Emerges’.

‘Brave New World – A Visionary Exploration into Travel Retail’s Future 2050-Style’ will feature Philip Morris International Global Travel Retail Vice President Beste Ermaner, along with other speakers. The programme concludes with closing remarks.

A gala dinner hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free will bring the event to a close, offering delegates a chance to connect and celebrate. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration for The Trinity Forum 2026 is now open at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com  

QATAR. The Moodie Davitt Report is delighted to announce further high-profile additions to the stellar speaker line-up for The Trinity Forum 2026, taking place on 5-6 February in Doha.

The latest confirmed speakers include TAV Operation Services CEO and TAV Airports Holding CCO Aude Ferrand; Gebr. Heinemann Owner and Co-CEO Max Heinemann; and Lima Airport Chief Commercial Officer Norbert Onkelbach.

Bringing their industry expertise to The Trinity Forum 2026 are (from left) Lima Airport Chief Commercial Officer Norbert Onkelbach; TAV Operation Services CEO and TAV Airports Holding CCO Aude Ferrand; and Gebr. Heinemann Owner and Co-CEO Max Heinemann

The world’s most influential airport commercial revenues conference will be hosted by Qatar Airways, Hamad International Airport and Qatar Duty Free.

The Trinity Forum is owned by The Moodie Davitt Report and co-organised in a highly successful long-term partnership with Airports Council International (ACI) Asia Pacific & Middle East and ACI World. This year, the additional inclusion of ACI Europe as a co-organiser marks a significant enhancement to the event’s scope and influence.

Early Bird registration for the event is still open through this link, offering discounted fees until 28 November.

As reported, an Early Bird delegate pass is available for US$1,100 for ACI members and US$1,300 for non-members. The registration fee rises to US$1,400 and US$1,600, respectively, after that date.

The prestigious annual event is dedicated to maximising the potential of airport commercial services, enhancing traveller experiences and creating sustainable added value for the aviation and travel retail industries.

Taking place at The St. Regis Doha, the conference will feature a robust programme addressing critical topics, such as evolving passenger behaviours, digital transformation in retail and sustainable revenue strategies. Preliminary findings from ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East’s Travel Retail Study will also be showcased, offering actionable insights for the industry.

Among the top industry figures added to the line-up is Max Heinemann, who heads one of the world’s largest travel retailers.

Representing the fifth generation of the family-run business, Heinemann began his career shaping the company’s duty-free market entry strategy before moving to Singapore to lead Heinemann Asia Pacific as CEO from 2014. {Story continues after the following communication.}

Since joining the Executive Board of Gebr. Heinemann in 2018, he has overseen People & Culture, Corporate Communications & External Affairs, and the Vision Hub GHARAGE.

Recognised for a modern, value-driven leadership style, Heinemann has guided the company into new markets, including Saudi Arabia and India, reinforcing its status as a global partner.

Bringing extensive experience in luxury retail and airport operations to The Trinity Forum is Aude Ferrand.

Ferrand joined TAV in 2017, becoming Chief Retail Officer in 2018, following senior leadership roles at Printemps and Amore Pacific – Parfums Lolita Lempicka and an early career start as Armani Jeans Brand Manager at Club 21 in the UK.

Joining them is Norbert Onkelbach, a well-regarded leader in the airport sector with deep experience in aeronautical and non-aeronautical planning, commercial concession programmes, business development and client relationship management.

Onkelbach currently chairs the ACI World Economic Standing Committee. ✈

Click above for highlights from a memorable Trinity Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in November 2024 

Registration and sponsorship opportunities

Registration for The Trinity Forum 2026 is now open at https://trinityforum.events/

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact The Moodie Davitt Report Publisher Irene Revilla at irene@moodiedavittreport.com

For event details, contact The Moodie Davitt Report Head of Events Vincci Chung at vincci@moodiedavittreport.com