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International Air Transport Association to Host World Financial and Passenger Symposiums in Bangkok, Focusing on ‘Aligning for the Future’
Monday, September 30, 2024
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold its annual World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS) from October 30–31, 2024. The prestigious two-day event will take place at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand. This year’s gathering, under the theme ‘Aligning for the Future,’ promises to bring together thought leaders and decision-makers from across the aviation and financial sectors to explore critical challenges and future trends shaping the airline industry.
The event will feature keynote addresses by senior figures from the airline industry, government officials, and international financial experts. Through a series of panel discussions, workshops, and networking events, attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of airline finance, passenger services, sustainability, and innovation.
With high-level delegates expected to attend from airlines, airports, service providers, fintech companies, and consultancy firms, the WFS and WPS 2024 will serve as a vital forum for cross-industry collaboration and knowledge sharing. Topics will include the financial recovery of airlines, the evolution of passenger services, sustainability in aviation, and the ongoing development of fintech solutions that promise to transform the airline business model.
Aligning for the Future: Addressing Industry Shifts
The World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium have long been recognized as platforms where airline professionals and financial experts gather to navigate the complexities of an evolving market. In 2024, the event takes on added significance as the airline industry seeks to align its strategies with new realities shaped by economic recovery, sustainability imperatives, and rapidly evolving passenger expectations.
One of the key themes of the symposium will be the industry’s post-pandemic recovery, focusing on financial stability, increasing operational efficiencies, and how airlines are leveraging new technologies and sustainability measures to ensure long-term viability.
As air travel rebounds from the disruption caused by the pandemic, the industry is keen to explore innovative ways to meet rising demand while managing costs and improving passenger experience. The WPS/WFS will highlight emerging trends in passenger behavior, financial models, and the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation to streamline operations.
Keynote Speakers to Set the Tone
Several prominent figures from IATA and the global aviation industry are scheduled …
