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Anita Mendiratta

Advisor to Secretary General UN TOURISM
9:05 - 09:10

Friday Oct 30 – Hôtel de l’Industrie

Opening of Day 2 & Call to Order - Master of Ceremony

12:35 – 12:45

Friday Oct 30 – Hôtel de l’Industrie

Closing Address

From Influence to Impact. A reflection on the key insights, commitments and collective actions that emerged throughout the forum, and a look ahead to the future of travel and tourism.

09:00 – 09:10

Thursday Oct 29 – Salle Colbert Paris 7

Call to Order - Master of Ceremony

  • Anita Mendiratta, Special Advisor to Secretary General UN TOURISM ANITA MENDIRATTA & Associates

15:40 - 16:10

Thursday Oct 29 – Salle Colbert Paris 7

MOBILITY / Rail: The New Backbone of Tourism Connectivity

Unlocking growth through accessibility, integration and seamless journeys

As destinations seek more resilient and sustainable growth models, rail is emerging as a powerful driver of tourism competitiveness. How can high-speed networks, digital platforms and integrated mobility solutions redefine the way travelers move across regions and countries?

Moderator: Anita Mendiratta, Special Advisor to Secretary General UN TOURISM ANITA MENDIRATTA & Associates

  • Alexander Ernert, Director Of Government Relations, Europe and General Manager, Trainline
  • Guillaume de Marcillac, Co-Founder, Pegasus Trains

16:10 - 16:40

Thursday Oct 29 – Salle Colbert Paris 7

MOBILITY / Mobility at Sea: From Controversy to Transformation

Building the future of maritime tourism
Few industries are as closely watched or as fast-moving. Fuels, shipbuilding, port infrastructure and destination partnerships are all being redesigned at once, and under public scrutiny.
Close to 40% of the vessels delivered by 2030 will be luxury or expedition ships: smaller, quieter, and reshaping what destinations can expect from the sector.
Where is real progress being made across the value chain? And how do operators, ports and coastal communities turn pressure into lasting shared value?

Moderator: Anita Mendiratta, Special Advisor to Secretary General UN TOURISM ANITA MENDIRATTA & Associates

  • Figen Ayan, Founder, Ayan Consulting
  • Martyn Griffiths, Director Government Affairs, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA)
  • Wassim Daoud, Head of CSR and sustainability, Ponant

16:40 - 17:10

Thursday Oct 29 – Salle Colbert Paris 7

MOBILITY/ Air: Meeting Tomorrow's Demand

Growth forecasts, sustainable aviation fuels and the future of global connectivity

As travel demand accelerates across emerging and established markets alike, the aviation sector faces a defining challenge: enabling growth while delivering on increasingly ambitious environmental commitments. How are airlines, airports, manufacturers and fuel innovators preparing for the next era of global mobility?

Can aviation keep pace with global growth? Passenger demand is expected to reach unprecedented levels over the coming decades. What role will airlines, airports, aircraft manufacturers and Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) play in shaping the future of global mobility?

Moderator: Anita Mendiratta, Special Advisor to Secretary General UN TOURISM ANITA MENDIRATTA & Associates

  • Lucas Bobes, Group Environmental Officer and Head of ESG reporting, AMADEUS IT GROUP
  • Joseph Beaudin, CEO, Chooose
  • Vinci Airport

18:05 - 18-15

Thursday Oct 29 – Salle Colbert Paris 7

Closing Remarks – Day 1

A reflection on the day's key insights and a look ahead to Day 2.

  • Anita Mendiratta, Master of Ceremony, Special Advisor to Secretary General UN TOURISM, ANITA MENDIRATTA & Associates