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chocoMe Joins CEETRA & Friends 2026 as a Partner

admin — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:17:45 +0000

We are delighted to announce that chocoMe will join CEETRA & Friends 2026 as a partner of this year’s event, taking place on 10–12 June 2026 in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, in the heart of the Julian Alps.

This partnership reflects a shared belief in the value of meaningful industry relationships, inspiring exchange and memorable experiences. For chocoMe, being part of CEETRA means being connected to a professional and dynamic travel retail community that brings together passionate people from across the industry and creates space for new ideas, partnerships and opportunities.

As Peter Horváth of chocoMe underlines, events such as CEETRA & Friends are especially valuable because they allow brands and partners to meet in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, where genuine conversations and long-term collaborations can begin. These personal connections are what make the travel retail industry truly unique.

A special highlight of the partnership will be the Welcome Reception at chocoMe Atelier, where participants will be invited to take part in a one-hour chocolate experience created exclusively for CEETRA & Friends 2026 guests. During the session, chocoMe will present a curated selection of chocolates while sharing the story behind the brand, its craftsmanship and its passion for premium chocolate.

The experience will conclude with a special surprise pairing designed to make the tasting even more memorable.

CEETRA & Friends 2026 is a boutique international gathering where strategic industry content meets networking through shared experience. Bringing together airport executives, travel retail and F&B leaders, airlines, consultants and industry organisations, the event offers a trusted setting for dialogue, cooperation and forward-looking discussion on the future of airports, travel retail and mobility.

We are proud that chocoMe will be part of this unique edition of CEETRA & Friends.

One Commercial Ecosystem: How F&B and Travel Retail Really Work Together at Airports

admin — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:10:05 +0000

Airport commercial environments are evolving at pace. Food & Beverage and Travel Retail are no longer separate worlds. Increasingly, they function as one connected ecosystem that shapes the passenger journey and directly impacts non-aeronautical revenues.

This shift will be a key discussion theme at CEETRA & Friends | Slovenia 2026, taking place on 10–12 June 2026, where industry leaders will look beyond assumptions and focus on how passengers actually behave in terminal environments.

What will we focus on?

The discussion will tackle practical and strategic questions that matter for airports and operators:

how passengers truly move between F&B and retail areas,
what really drives their purchasing decisions and dwell time,
how these behaviours should influence commercial planning and space allocation,
where revenue opportunities are still being missed, despite ongoing investment in concepts and design.

Evidence, not assumptions

The session will be led by Peter Mohn from m1nd-set, who will present insights from a pioneering, data-driven study examining the real interaction between F&B and Travel Retail.

While many airports are testing new layouts and hybrid concepts, there is still limited empirical understanding of how passengers actually behave across these commercial touchpoints. This research helps close that gap by grounding decision-making in evidence rather than intuition.

Key questions for the industry

Does F&B drive retail sales, or does retail keep passengers longer in F&B areas?
Where is the greatest untapped potential: layout, offer, or data?

These are not theoretical questions. The answers have direct implications for revenue optimisation, passenger satisfaction, and long-term commercial strategy.

Join the conversation

We invite airport professionals, operators, and partners to share their perspectives and experiences. The conversation starts now and will continue in person in Slovenia during CEETRA & Friends 2026.

At CEETRA, we believe that understanding the full commercial ecosystem is key to building airport environments that are both passenger-centric and commercially effective.

We look forward to continuing the discussion.

Thank you for joining us at the CEETRA Travel Retail Forum 2025 in Budapest

admin — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:49:18 +0000

We would like to thank all participants, speakers, and partners for joining this year’s CEETRA Travel Retail Forum in Budapest. The discussions confirmed that airports in Central and Eastern Europe are entering a new phase — becoming independent commercial and cultural ecosystems where travel, retail, and technology merge into one experience.

For a full summary of key insights and highlights from the event, read our press release here.

European Travel Retail Market Trends 2025 – report

admin — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:25:47 +0000

CEETRA, in collaboration with m1nd-set, has released the European Travel Retail Market Trends 2025 report. The study provides key insights into air traffic developments, shopper profiles, and purchasing behavior across Europe. It highlights the rise of Millennials and Gen Z in travel retail, increasing conversion rates, and the growing role of impulse shopping and experiential retail.

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Travel Retail Forum 2025 – Registration Now Open

admin — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:28:00 +0000

The Travel Retail Forum 2025 will take place on 29–30 October in Budapest. The event is a key knowledge-sharing and networking platform for duty free and travel retail leaders across Central and Eastern Europe. The program will address consumer behaviour trends, regulatory developments, and new opportunities in airport retail and F&B. Participants will gain access to market data, case studies, and insights into innovative retail design and brand opportunities. Expert panels and networking sessions will complete the agenda, offering valuable knowledge and new business connections.

CEETRA Travel Retail Forum highlights importance of regional brands and advocacy

admin — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 11:29:00 +0000

CEETRA welcomed a broad cross-section of industry stakeholders from across the region to its Travel Retail Forum in Budapest to discuss the important role of regional brands and the latest advocacy efforts.

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CEETRA confirms 2024 board and welcomes new members

admin — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 12:29:00 +0000

The Central and Eastern European Travel Retail Association (CEETRA) has elected a new board of directors, and welcomed new members: retailer Baltona, spirits maker Mikrogorzelnia, and Fraport Slovenia.

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CEETRA reveals traveller trends and authentic needs

admin — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:31:00 +0000

Central Eastern European Travel Retail Association (CEETRA) Senior Advisor, Patrick Bohl outlines how consumer trends are rapidly evolving across the region.

CEETRA Travel Retail Forum highlights regional developments

admin — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:32:00 +0000

CEETRA updated members on a series of vital industry topics at its latest Travel Retail Forum, hosted by Warsaw Chopin Airport. The event gathered regional airports, airlines, tourism organisations, retailers and brands.

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CEETRA Forum talks risks and opportunities in Prague

admin — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 11:32:00 +0000

Duty Free and Travel Retail stakeholders gathered for the bi-annual event to learn more about the challenges and opportunities facing the regional industry and upcoming regulatory changes.

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