IATA Events, the place where the air transport world meets

IATA conferences, exhibitions, and industry meetings provide organizations active in air transport with an unmatchable arena for insight, discussion, and cooperation on new technologies and industry-related issues that are shaping the future of air transport.

With more than 11,000 delegates and over 500 sponsors and exhibitors attending 18 global and regional events covering all aspects of aviation, you'll find an IATA Event that aligns with your interests and goals while helping you build lasting business relationships.


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Found 23 events

World Data Symposium (WDS)

- 8 - 9 April - Singapore, Singapore

The IATA World Data Symposium (WDS) is an exclusive event designed to illuminate the forefront of data, technology, and security within aviation, fostering collaboration and driving transformative change.

  • Retailing & Finance
  • Cargo
  • Sustainability
  • Airline Operations
  • Passenger Experience
  • Safety
  • Security
  • Ground Operations
  • Data

Wings of Change Americas (WOCA)

- 8 - 9 April - Santiago, Chile

Wings of Change Americas (WOCA) brings together America's aviation leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges of the industry in the region.

  • Regulations & Law
  • Value of Aviation

DDS User Forum 2026

- 10 April - Singapore, Singapore

Join us in Singapore on 10 April 2026 for a one-day DDS User Forum featuring the latest updates, hands-on guidance from IATA and ARC experts, and valuable peer insights. Connect with the global DDS community and enhance your analytics and decision-making while in one of Asia’s key aviation hubs.

  • Data

ONE Record Seminar

- 24 April - Hong Kong (SAR), China

The seminar organized with support from Cathay Cargo will discuss the latest news and challenges on ONE Record global and regional deployment, and bring the digitalization champions and pioneers together to share their experience and industry solutions

  • Cargo
  • Airline Operations

Focus Africa

- 29 - 30 April - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

IATA Focus Africa 2026 is the premier gathering of over 300 aviation leaders, policymakers, and innovators committed to unlocking Africa’s full air transport potential.

  • Airline Operations
  • Safety
  • Value of Aviation

Aviation Energy Forum (AEF)

- 12 - 14 May - Paris, France

The Aviation Energy (AEF) forum covers Commercial and Technical Fuel, SAF, and other energy options that will contribute to aviation's 2050 net zero target.

  • Sustainability
  • Airline Operations

IOSA Workshop

- 12 May - Singapore, Singapore

Whether you are experienced with IOSA, an auditor, safety manager, or just beginning your journey, this workshop is a great chance to learn, exchange ideas, and strengthen your understanding of the program.

  • Safety

China Aviation Financial Services & Payment Forum

- 13 - 14 May - Haikou, China

The forum will center on the theme “Connected World, Connected Future" and will explore innovative practices and forward-looking initiatives across five key aviation sectors: payments, revenue, costs, ecosystem development, and cargo.

  • Retailing & Finance

CNS Partnership Conference

- 18 - 20 May - San Francisco, USA

The CNS Partnership Conference brings together leaders and decision-makers of the industry to explore and influence the future development of air cargo in the USA.

  • Cargo
  • Ground Operations

Ground Handling Conference (IGHC)

- 19 - 21 May - Cairo, Egypt

The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) is the premier annual ground handling industry conference in the world. The 2026 edition will take place in Cairo, Egypt.

  • Airport Infrastructure
  • Airline Operations
  • Ground Operations
  • Cargo

Annual General Meeting 2026

- 6 - 8 June - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Find out all about the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit that is taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 6-8 June 2025, hosted by LATAM Airlines Group.

  • Air Traffic Management
  • Retailing & Finance
  • Airport Infrastructure
  • Cargo
  • Economics
  • Sustainability
  • IATA News
  • Regulations & Law
  • Airline Operations
  • Passenger Experience
  • Safety
  • Security
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Value of Aviation
  • Ground Operations
  • Data

158th IATA Slot Conference

- 9 - 11 June - Bangkok, Thailand

The twice-yearly IATA Slot Conference is a forum allowing airlines and airports to obtain the slots that will give them the best schedule to offer their customers

  • Slots

CargoIS Forum 2026

- 23 June - Shanghai, China

The CargoIS Forum 2026 in Shanghai: Unlock the future of air cargo with insights, expert connections, and strategies to elevate your business. Register now!

  • Data

World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES)

- 24 - 25 June - Madrid, Spain

The World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium is a new aviation event that brings together global experts and industry leaders to explore the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in aircraft maintenance and engineering.

  • Airline Operations

Wings of Change Middle East & North Africa (WOCMENA)

- 8 - 9 September - Manama, Bahrain

The IATA Wings of Change Middle East & North Africa (WOCMENA) is a major aviation event that brings together aviation leaders from the Middle East and North Africa to discuss the opportunities and challenges of the aviation industry in the region.

  • Regulations & Law
  • Value of Aviation

Cargo Experts Conference (CEC)

- 23 - 24 September - Budapest, Hungary

The IATA Cargo Experts Conference (CEC) provides a unique platform for air cargo supply chain professionals and their partners to address the latest industry challenges and opportunities.

  • Cargo

World Safety & Operations Conference (WSOC)

- 6 - 8 October - Istanbul, Türkiye

IATA's World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) is the main vehicle to interact with the aviation industry on all issues related to safety, operations, and infrastructure.

  • Airline Operations
  • Safety

World Sustainability Symposium (WSS)

- 13 - 14 October - Brussels, Belgium

The IATA World Sustainability Symposium is the only event specifically tailored for airline sustainability professionals. Next edition will take place in Brussels, Belgium, in October 2026.

  • Sustainability

Wings of Change Europe (WOCE)

- 15 October - Brussels, Belgium

Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) is a major aviation event that brings together the key European and global aviation players to discuss, debate, and agree on the future, opportunities, and challenges of the aviation industry in the region.

  • Regulations & Law
  • Value of Aviation

World Financial and Passenger Symposiums (WFS & WPS)

- 28 - 29 October - Macao (SAR), China

The World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS) focus on aviation financial management and customer experience.

  • Retailing & Finance
  • Regulations & Law
  • Passenger Experience
  • Security