Preserving the History of the Global Duty Free & Travel Retail Industry

The Duty Free World Council (DFWC) is committed to preserving the history, achievements, and ongoing development of the global duty free and travel retail industry.

Our archive provides access to historical publications, reports, industry resources, presentations, and reference materials that document the evolution of the sector over the years. These materials serve as a valuable resource for retailers, brand owners, airports, industry partners, researchers, and anyone with an interest in the growth of international travel retail.

Whether you are looking for past industry reports, historical guidance, conference materials, or legacy publications, our archive offers an opportunity to explore the milestones that have shaped today’s global duty free market.

Archive Collections

The archive may include:

– Industry reports and market research

– Annual reports and organisational publications

– Conference presentations and event materials

– Historical policy documents and industry guidance

– Codes of Conduct and best practice resources

– News releases and industry announcements

– Educational and training materials

– Legacy publications and reference documents

– A Valuable Industry Resource

The DFWC archive reflects decades of collaboration between retailers, suppliers, airports, trade associations, and industry stakeholders worldwide. By maintaining these historical resources, we aim to support industry knowledge, encourage best practice, and provide context for the continued development of the duty free and travel retail sector.

Please contact the DFWC Secretariat for assistance for further information on the content.