Qatar Duty Free lends support as Platinum Partner for FAB 2025 Barcelona event

SPAIN. Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has reaffirmed its support as Platinum Partner for the Airport Food & Beverage (FAB) + Hospitality Conference & Awards to be held in Barcelona on 25-26 June.

To be hosted by Spanish airports operator Aena, the only global airport food & beverage and hospitality event will bring together highly influential figures from the burgeoning airport F&B sector, as well as hospitality service providers from around the world.

Owned by The Moodie Davitt Report, the high-profile gathering offers guests the opportunity to network, share insights and discuss the latest trends and innovations in the airport FAB and hospitality sectors.

QDF operates over 200 retail and dining outlets, transforming Hamad International Airport’s commercial offer with a diverse mix of global brands, exclusive products and dining experiences.

Through its ‘trinity’ model with Qatar Airways and Hamad International Airport, QDF delivers a cohesive and elevated shopping and dining experience, featuring exclusive products, first-to-market innovations, and premium food & beverage options.

Qatar Airways Chief Retail and Hospitality Officer Thabet Musleh said, “Qatar Duty Free is proud to be at the forefront of the F&B industry, constantly striving to redefine the airport dining experience. Our commitment to delivering something for everyone through our culinary experiences sets us apart.

“As Platinum Sponsor, we are honoured to once again support the FAB conference that brings together experts from all aspects of airport F&B, lounges and hospitality services, providing a platform to communicate new and innovative ideas that can help shape the future of the industry.”

The Hamad International Airport retailer now holds an unprecedented double, having secured Airport Food & Beverage Offer of the Year (from the Moodie Davitt-owned FAB Awards) and Frontier Airport Retailer of the Year for the second consecutive year.

In addition, the retailer’s enhanced commercial strategy has helped Hamad International Airport secure the ‘World’s Best Airport for Shopping’ title at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024 for the second year in a row.

Qatar Duty Free is also set to host The Trinity Forum 2026, the world’s most influential airport commercial revenues and travel retail gathering, to be held in Doha on 3-4 February.

Details of a stellar speaker line-up have been previously revealed, with more to follow.

As reported, registration for the Airport FAB + Hospitality Conference & Awards is now open via the official portal.

An Early Bird delegate pass is available for US$1,500 until 30 April, after which the standard registration fee is US$1,700. 

As part of our commitment to industry engagement, airport delegates are eligible for an attractive -50% discount on both the Early Bird and regular registration fees.

Non-airport delegates can benefit from a -20% group discount when three or more delegates from the same company register together. Email Events@MoodieDavittReport.com for a discount code. 

For general enquiries on FAB, please contact Vincci Chung, Associate Director, Events at Vincci@moodiedavittreport.com.

Note: The Moodie Davitt Report publishes the FAB Newsletter, which features highlights of openings, events and campaigns from around the world of airport and travel dining.

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