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4-5 November 2025: Exhibiting and Networking days
6 November: NextGen Retail Day (by invitation only)
Palais des Festivals, Cannes, France
4,000
Participants
75
Countries
1,800
Retailers
+160
Exhibiting Companies
*2025 expected figures
Awards winners announcement
Thank you for attending this wonderful and so special MAPIC Awards Ceremony and for celebrating with us the 30th anniversary. You made this night very special.
Congratulations to all the finalists and winners for a high quality competition!
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Not to be missed today
Here’s a snapshot of the unmissable highlights of Wednesday, November 5
Leisure Keynote: Merlin on the Future of Location-Based Attractions
- Yael Coifman Senior Partner, LDP
- Christopher Bird VP Global Property, Merlin Entertainments
- TJ Hart Real Estate & Site Search Director, Merlin Entertainments
5th Nov | 10:00 - 10:30 | Industry Insights Stage
French Summit
- Alain Taravella President Fondateur, Altarea
- Marie Cheval CEO, CARMILA
- Maurice Bansay President, Apsys
- Antoine Grolin Chairman Nhood & Ceetrus, Nhood
- Vanessa Zouzowsky Head of Retail CMG France, Cushman & Wakefield
- Michael Ricciarelli Directeur Asset Management, SOFIDY
- Gael Thomas Editorial & Content Director, Business Immo
5th Nov | 10:30 - 12:00 | Verrière Grand Audi
Opportunity India
- Rohan Kichlu CEO, Devyani International
- Swati Mohindra Senior Director– Retail, Hospitality & Healthcare Strategic Consulting Business Development - Retail Sales & Strategy, Cushman & Wakefield
- Milin Rohinesh Executive Director & Head – Retail Services, West & Central India, Cushman & Wakefield
5th Nov | 12:00 - 12:40 | Industry Insights Stage
Opportunity Middle East
- Jayne Rafter Owner & Publisher, RLI - RETAIL & LEISURE INTERNATIONAL
- Mohammad Alawi Chairman, Azad Properties
- Abdullah Al Tamimi CEO, Hamat Co.
- Shane Eldstrom Chief Executive Officer, United Developers
5th Nov | 14:00 - 14:40 | Trends Stage
New Networking Hub in Riviera 8
MAPIC is moving to the sea-facing Riviera 8, with lounges, turnkey networking tables and full food & beverage service - all designed for maximum connection and deal-making.
Join top players like Altarea, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, Apsys, Newmark, Citynove, Neinver and more.
Boosting Global Retail
This year, we are focusing on cross-border retailers and fast-growing brands from Asia and the Americas looking to enter new markets, with a dedicated closed-door event for private networking
A glance at the brands: Bath & Body Works, Alo, Dine Brands, Xiaomi, GongCha, Lucciano's, Balabala, Paris Baguette and more!
Not to be missed at MAPIC 2025
Here’s a snapshot of the unmissable highlights across the 2-day event:
30 Years Celebration Night
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating MAPIC’s 30th anniversary!
For the first time, the MAPIC Awards Ceremony will be open to all and hosted in the legendary Grand Auditorium — the iconic venue of the Cannes Film Festival.
The celebration continues with a networking cocktail at the Majestic.
Nov. 4, 19h00- 22h30
French Summit
Don’t miss the stellar lineup this year.
This exclusive event will be focused on the French retail and real estate market, as the major players come together to discuss the trends shaping the market.
Nov.5, 10h30 – 12h
International Retailers Networking Event
Looking to connect with the most dynamic Asian and American brands ready to expand into Europe at full speed?
This exclusive, closed-door event is the meeting point for top landlords and international retailers with high-growth concepts set for European expansion.
Nov. 4, 17h-18h
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Welcome to MAPIC. Now, be YOU.
At RX’s MAPIC, everyone belongs. We cultivate a culture of inclusion at all our events, where the very things that make each of us unique are celebrated. Our exhibitors, attendees, partners and event colleagues are people from a wide variety of backgrounds, who make our shows stronger and our collective experience richer. Now, be YOU.