Travel Convention to open with men of the moment

Peter Long CEO Designate of TUI Travel and Manny Fontenla-Novoa, CEO of the newly formed Thomas Cook Group, will look at the new industry landscape following their mergers and focus on the challenges that they, and we all, now face in a sweeping interview with Convention moderator Jeremy Vine. [Session Details]

What were the market forces that forged these new businesses and how do the two men at the top view the new order they have created? What are their priorities and what do they believe should be the priorities of the industry as a whole going forward?

“There could be no more powerful opening session,” said ABTA Chief Executive Mark Tanzer. “These are not only the men whose decisions have changed our industry but travel professionals with vast experience who will be able to provide us with key insights into the future of the business.

“Both represent classic examples of vertically integrated companies – how do they view the radical new routes to market now emerging? and what emphasis will they be placing on their exploitation? And how do  they see the continued rise of the low cost airlines?”

“This session willl bring the Big Picture sharply into focus and provide delegates with invaluable insights that will directly impact their business.”