Navigating Change, Unlocking Growth

Pre-Conference Wednesday, November 4th

19:00 – 22:00
Welcome Party

Day 1 Thursday, November 5th

09:00 – ​09:30
09:30 – 11:00
11:00 – ​11:30
11:30 – 13:00
Opening Session
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome address
Sandrine de SAINT SAUVEUR – CEO & President APG
​Richard BURGESS – President APG Network
09:10 – 09:20
Opening address by The Monegasque authorities
09:20 – 09:30
World Connect by APG Introduction
John MELCHIOR – Managing Director Travel Group Consulting
 First Part​
09:30 – 10:15
​Panel Discussion
Flying Through Complexity: The Future of Airline Operations
Managing congestion, airspace fragmentation, and operational complexity. Improving coordination between airlines, airports, and air navigation service providers. Using real-time data and automation to optimize flight planning and operations. Balancing sustainability targets with operational performance.

Moderator: Florence PARLY - Chair of the Board of Directors - Air France-KLM Group*
  • Gulitz ORURK - CEO Pegasus*
  • Marjan E.F. RINTEL - President and CEO KLM*
10:15 – 11:00
​Panel Discussion
Losing Customer Connections? Strengthening Loyalty through New Distribution, Technology, Engagement & Finance
Understanding trends in passenger behavior and new booking patterns. Leveraging loyalty programs to drive engagement and repeat business. Using data-driven personalization to enhance customer experience in both passenger and cargo segments

Moderator: TBA*
  • Jean-Luc ALLAVENA - President Atlantys Investors
  • Lemma YADECHA GUTEDA - CCO Ethiopian Airlines
  • Manfredi LEFEBVRE d’OVIDIO - Chairman WWTC
Coffee Break
Second Part
11:30 – 12:15
​Panel Discussion
Geopolitical Risks: Protecting Airline Connectivity and Revenue
The risk: political instability, sanctions, or national security concerns can disrupt sales channels, interline agreements, and distribution networks. The opportunity: proactively diversifying channels, strengthening alliances, and using agile distribution strategies to maintain market reach. Practical approaches: mapping exposure across regions, adapting sales strategies, and engaging partners to ensure continuity of service and revenue.

Moderator: Arnaud VAISSIE – CEO International SOS
  • Salvatore SCHIACCHITANO – Former President ICAO Council
  • Maarten KOOPMANS – Managing Director KLM Cityhopper
  • Peter CERDÁ – Director ALTA*
12:15 – 12:50
​Panel Discussion
When Science Goes Beyond Fiction
Uniting Globally to Protect Our Planet
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  • Patrick MICHEL - Astrophysicist CNRS - ESA Hera Mission Principal Investigator
13:00 – ​13:45
​13:45 – 15:00
Aperitif
Lunch
15:00 – 17:30
Business Connect Session
19:00 – 19:45
19:00 – 21:00
21:00 – 23:00
23:00 – 01:00
Piano Concert
Cocktail Party
Gala Dinner
Dancing Floor

Day 2 Friday , November 6th

09:00 – 12:30
Third Part
09:30 – 10:15 
​Panel Discussion
​Innovation in the Sky: How Technology is Shaping the Future of Aviation
How airlines are planning fleet strategies in a rapidly evolving technological environment. The role of aircraft innovation in improving efficiency and sustainability. Emerging technologies shaping airline operations and passenger experience. Collaboration between manufacturers and airlines to support long-term industry growth.
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Moderator : Marc ROCHET  - CEO Aerogestion
  • Eric SCHULZ – Former CCO Airbus 
  • Sir Tim CLARK – CEO Emirates
  • Yannick ASSOUAD – CEO Thales Avionics
10:15 – 11:15
​​Panel Discussion
The Path Forward: Building a Stronger Commercial Aviation Industry
Identifying the biggest commercial challenges over the next 3–5 years. Strengthening collaboration between passenger and cargo teams to maximize revenue. Key takeaways for building commercial resilience in a rapidly 
changing aviation landscape

Moderator : Luis Felipe de OLIVEIRA – Senior Advisor Amadeus Airports and Boarders
  • Roberto ALVO - CEO LATAM
  • Mohamed AL SHARHAN - Managing Director World Governments Summit
  • Tania CARDOCO SIMOES  - European Director Greensky Eurocontrol
  • Pieter ELBERS – Former CEO IndiGO*
Closing Session
11:15 – 12:00
Closing session with :
  • ​​John MERCHIOR - Managing Director Travel Group Consulting
followed by 
  • Sandrine de SAINT SAUVEUR – CEO & President APG 
  • Richard BURGESS – President APG Network
12:45 – 14:00
Aperitif and Lunch

*Items marked with an asterisk are subject to change.
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