Blueprint is committed to helping companies succeed in Travel Retail, one of the fastest growing retail channels worldwide:

• Global passenger numbers are projected to reach 5.22 billion in 2025, an increase of 8.3% vs. 2024 and above 2019 levels which reached 4.5 billion (IATA, 2024).

• By 2040, global passenger numbers are forecasted to exceed 8 billion, representing 3.8% CAGR (IATA, 2024).

• Travel Retail market is forecasted to grow to $170+ billion by 2030, up from $70 billion in 2024 (Statista, 2023).

We believe artificial intelligence (AI) is a megatrend impacting the Travel Retail channel. From pricing transparency to personalised experiences and product accessibility, AI continues to revolutionise travelling and shopping.

Global Travel Retail Magazine interviewed Blueprint’s Thomas Kaneko Henningsen regarding how three AI companies impact the industry.