Qatar Duty Free will be a Gold Partner for this year’s APTRA India Conference in Mumbai in April.

The retailer joins Ospree Duty Free which will be the Platinum Host Partner for the event at the Trident Hotel, Mumbai from 7-9 April.

“Following last year’s success of the first APTRA India Conference that was so widely supported, we are once again delighted that the industry is coming out in force for the 2025 event,” said APTRA President and King Power Group (Hong Kong) Chief Executive Sunil Tuli.  “With Ospree Duty Free already secured as the Platinum Host Partner we can now announce the positive endorsement of Qatar Duty Free as a Gold Partner, in a powerful line-up of operators and brands partnering with APTRA.

“It is gratifying to have the confidence of so many industry leaders sharing our ambition to deliver this essential focus on the tremendous driving force of the India Travel Retail Market and its burgeoning influence in so many other locations, as increasing numbers of Indian travellers explore the world.  Our intention is that conference delegates will gain valuable insights into the market dynamics and the purchase levers to maximise the opportunity, wherever there are Indian travellers.”

The event will open with a cocktail reception on the evening of 7 April, before two days of conference sessions.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Retail and Hospitality Officer Thabet Musleh added: “At Qatar Duty Free, we greatly value the opportunity to participate in travel retail conferences and initiatives that foster growth and innovation within the industry. We are therefore pleased to participate as a Gold Partner in the APTRA India Conference.

“Recognising the remarkable growth of India’s travel retail sector, we are eager to engage in meaningful discussions on key industry trends and explore opportunities to connect with prospective brand partners while supporting the industry’s growth in the region. Indian travellers make up a significant portion of our customer base, and India remains a crucial market for us.

“We are confident that exploring the Indian market, sharing data and enhancing our understanding of Indian consumers’ shopping behaviours will benefit the industry and help us capitalise on this exciting opportunity.”