our understanding of innovation

Discovering emerging technologies, connecting with other innovators and helping change the future of tourism as we know it.

We organize regular Start-Up Innovation Camps as well as own and market a Dealflow Tool. Our aims are to:

  • Simplify and facilitate the matching of Start-Ups and Investors.

  • Increase investment in the industry.

  • Support existing ventures to stay on the cutting edge.

 

our innovation initiatives

Front Runners 2021 - Travel Tech Competition & Summit

World Travel Market London (WTM L) together with Travel Forward (TF) and the World Tourism Forum Lucerne (WTFL) are joining forces to find and support technology start-ups who are profound catalysts for change, unlocking new innovations and providing much needed sustainable solutions and inspiration to the Travel, Tourism and Hospitality industry.

We are pleased to announce that we are opening a competition call for interested start-ups to apply between 8 July and 26 August 2021. The three eligible categories are:

  • Smart Mobility

  • Hospitality of the Future

  • Experiences Revolution

An International Panel of Judges will shortlist 9 finalists (3 finalists per track) who will be invited to pitch at the Front Runners 2021 Travel Tech Summit to take place at World Travel Market London and Travel Forward on 2 November 2021.

Learn more about this opportunity and apply here.

Collaboration

If you would like to collaborate with us on an innovation initiative, please get in touch.