Navigating Change, Unlocking Growth

Pre-Conference Wednesday, November 4th

19:00 – 22:00
Welcome Party

Day 1 Thursday, November 5th

09:00 – ​09:30
09:45 – 11:15
11:15 – ​11:35
11:35 – 12:20
Opening Session
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome address
Sandrine de SAINT SAUVEUR – CEO & President APG
​Richard BURGESS – President APG Network
09:10 – 09:30
World Connect by APG Introduction
John MELCHIOR – Managing Director Travel Group Consulting
09:30 – 09:45
Opening address
Frederic COTTALORDA - Government Council – Minister of Finance and the Economy of
Monaco
 First Part​
09:45 – 10:30
​Panel Discussion
Flying Through Complexity: The Future of Airline Operations
Air transport continues to undergo rapid development. Asia is taking the lead; Africa offers significant untapped potential whilst mature markets such as the US and Europe face a different set of new challenges. A former CEO of major European and Indian airlines shares his perspective on where aviation’s biggest opportunities will emerge over the next 5–10 years.

Keynote: Pieter ELBERS – Former CEO IndiGO 
10:30 – 11:15
​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: Luis-Felipe DE OLIVERA – CEO Exactly Consulting
  • Jean-Luc ALLAVENA – President Atlantys Investors
  • Lemma YADECHA GUTEDA – CCO Ethiopian Airlines
  • Sebastien  GUYOT – SVP GLOBAL sales AIR France
Coffee Break
Second Part
11:35 – 12:20
​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​
12:20 – ​13:00
​13:00 – 14:30
Aperitif
Lunch
15:00 – 16:15
Business Connect Session
15:00 – 15:15
​​Aviapartner
​15:15 – 15:45
Dirby & BRB
15:45 – 16:00
Travelsoft
​16:00 – 16:15
Hitit Oxygen : Journey to Airline Retailing Leadership in the Industry
19:00 – 19:45
19:00 – 21:00
21:00 – 23:00
23:00 – 01:00
Piano Concert 
Kotaro Shigemori - Winner of the Prix Cortot 2026
Cocktail Party
20 min Fashion Show by Christophe GUILLARME
Gala Dinner
Dancing Floor

Day 2 Friday , November 6th

09:30 – 12:40
10:15 – 11:40
11:15 – 11:30
11:30 – 12:10
12:10 – 12:40​
Third Part
​9:30 – 10:15
When Science Goes Beyond Fiction
Uniting Globally to Protect Our Planet
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​Keynote:​ Patrick MICHEL – Astrophysicist CNRS - ESA Hera Mission Principal Investigator
10:15 ​– 11:15
​Panel Discussion
10:40 – 11:15
The Path Forward: Building a Stronger Commercial Aviation Industry

​Keynote: Roberto ALVO - CEO LATAM
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 SIMÕES  – European Director Greensky Eurocontrol
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​Coffee Break
11:30 – 12:10
​​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 
  • ​Yannick ASSOUAD – CEO Thales Avionics
Closing Session
12:10 – 12:40​
Closing address
  • ​​John MERCHIOR – ​Managing Director Travel Group Consulting
followed by 
  • Sandrine de SAINT SAUVEUR – CEO & President APG 
  • Richard BURGESS – President APG Network
12:40 ​– 13:15​
​Aperitif 
13:15 – 14:30​
Lunch

*Items marked with an asterisk are subject to change.
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