The IATA Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) is a merger of the Fuel Forum and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Symposium.
AEF is the premier industry meeting for the world's aviation fuel community, and a unique platform allowing airline representatives, fuel and SAF suppliers, and other IATA Strategic Partners to discuss the industry's priorities and agree on actions to enhance efficiency and productivity, and better understand what the airline commitment to deliver on the net zero 2050 pledge will mean.
As the premier industry meeting for the world's aviation fuel community, AEF is by invitation only to IATA Members and IATA Strategic Partners.
Why should you join?
- Premium brand exposure
- Excellent networking opportunities
- Opportunity to showcase your products and services to a focused and targeted audience who needs your solutions
- Get the best overview of the market and changing environment to successfully align your development strategies
- Decisions will be made during the event that will have a real impact on the direction of the industry
- New business opportunities
Who attends?
- IATA Member Airline Representatives, including their fuel purchasing managers and sustainability experts
- IATA Strategic Partners
- New and traditional Fuel Suppliers
- Fuel Service Providers
- Fuel Executives
Testimonials:
“The IATA Aviation Energy Forum is the preeminent fuel-focused event for professionals supporting commercial aviation, bringing together industry leaders to address the operational, strategic, and regulatory challenges shaping the future of aviation fueling.”
Chris Straub, President at Argus Consulting
“AEF delivered an outstanding event with great speakers, valuable insights, and excellent networking opportunities. Everything was perfectly organized and created a truly inspiring atmosphere.”
Günther Hansel, Director of Operational Excellence at Skytanking Holding GmbH
“AEF provides a unique environment for open, constructive conversations across the aviation value chain. At a time when our industry is navigating complex transitions, the forum plays a critical role in aligning perspectives, strengthening partnerships, and identifying practical pathways forward.”
Karolina Gajos, Head of Technical Services and Joint Ventures at Shell Aviation
“AEF offers a strong platform to connect with customers, partners and industry stakeholders. The networking opportunities are excellent, and the event creates a valuable environment for relevant commercial discussions and industry exchange.”
Gabriël Koetsier, Global Account Manager | Renewable Fuels at Neste
“Attending the IATA Energy Forum was a truly enriching experience. The discussions were insightful and the networking opportunities invaluable. The forum created an excellent platform for exchanging ideas energy solutions and collaborations.”
Gnagna SAMB , Chef de Service Achats Technique et Logistique/ Referent Carburant at Air Senegal
“I just returned from the IATA AEF in Paris — already my fourth IATA conference. Once again, it was a fantastic opportunity to meet industry experts and colleagues, discuss current topics, and exchange practical experience. In times when moving from one crisis to another is becoming the new normal, every day brings new challenges. And together we are stronger.”
Katerina John, Head of Fuel department at Smartwings
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AEF 2026 Paris
The spring edition of the IATA AEF 2026 took place on 12-14 May at Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel & Conference Center in Paris, France. The event gathered over 1000 attendees from prominent leaders in the industry to subject matter experts who held fundamental discussions on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) accounting, oil market outlook, and Operating Standards Update.
> See AEF Paris program (pdf)
> View AEF Paris Sponsors (pdf)
AEF 2025 Mexico
The autumn edition of the IATA AEF 2025 took place on 18-20 November at the Presidente Intercontinental in Mexico City, Mexico. The event gathered over 800 attendees from prominent leaders in the industry to subject matter experts who held fundamental discussions on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) accounting, oil market outlook, and Operating Standards Update.
> See AEF Mexico program (pdf)
> View AEF Mexico Sponsors (pdf)
AEF 2025 Baku
The spring edition of the IATA AEF 2025 took place on 13-15 May at the JW Marriott Absheron in Baku, Azerbaijan.The event gathered over 700 attendees from prominent leaders in the industry to subject matter experts who held fundamental discussions on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) accounting, oil market outlook, and Operating Standards Update.
> See AEF Baku program (pdf)
> View AEF Baku Sponsors (pdf)
AEF 2024 Kuala Lumpur
The autumn edition of the IATA AEF 2024 took place on 12-14 November at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event gathered over 800 attendees from prominent leaders in the industry to subject matter experts who held fundamental discussions on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) accounting, oil market outlook, and Operating Standards Update.
> See AEF Kuala Lumpur program (pdf)
> View AEF Kuala Lumpur Sponsors (pdf)
AEF 2024 Vienna
The spring edition of the IATA AEF 2024 took place on May 28-30 at the Hotel Hilton Vienna in Vienna, Austria. The event gathered approximately 862 attendees from prominent leaders in the industry to subject matter experts who held fundamental discussions on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) accounting, oil market outlook, and industry updates.
> See AEF Vienna program (pdf)
> View AEF Vienna Sponsors (pdf)
AEF 2023 Abu Dhabi
The autumn edition of the IATA AEF 2023 was held on November 7-9 at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers Hotel in the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi, UAE. With approximately 700 delegates in attendance, this influential event united industry leaders and experts to tackle pivotal discussions on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), advancing energy solutions, and the evolving landscape of technical and commercial fuel aspects.
> View AEF Abu Dhabi Sponsors (pdf)
AEF 2023 Seattle
The spring edition of the IATA AEF 2023 took place in Seattle, the chief city of the state of Washington and one of the largest and most affluent urban centers in the United States. Over 800 delegates gathered to discuss key topics such as SAF & new energy options, technical and commercial fuel, and supply chain digitalization.
> View AEF Seattle Sponsors (pdf)
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IATA believes that diversity of culture, gender, age, orientation, and experience boosts the success of the aviation industry. We actively encourage aviation professionals with diverse profiles to contribute to our events as speakers, panelists, facilitators, or in any other way.