World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES)

Madrid, Spain
24 - 25 June

The IATA World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES) is a newly launched IATA event dedicated to addressing the challenges, advancing innovation, safety, and efficiency in aircraft maintenance and engineering. This symposium will bring together global aviation Tech Ops professionals and industry leaders to address current challenges, explore emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and best practices shaping the future of aircraft maintenance.

Through insightful sessions, collaborative discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, the event aims to foster knowledge exchange and drive excellence across the aviation maintenance and engineering ecosystem.

Further details will be shared shortly. Please stay tuned for updates.

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Madrid

 

Madrid, the vibrant heart of Spain, sets the stage for the World Maintenance and Engineering Symposium, a global meeting point for innovation, reliability, and industrial excellence. As one of Europe’s most connected cities, Madrid offers seamless accessibility and state-of-the-art facilities, creating the perfect environment for technical exchange and collaboration among industry leaders.

Beyond the symposium halls, Madrid captivates with its unique blend of history and modernity. From iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace to its dynamic business districts, the city reflects a spirit of progress rooted in tradition. Delegates can enjoy world-class cuisine, rich cultural experiences, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes every conversation as memorable as the setting. In Madrid, engineering innovation meets European elegance.

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Visa requirements

The IATA TravelCentre provides passport, visa, health advice, and much more. Visit the IATA Travel Centre-Passport, Visa & Health Requirements.         

Registration Type Regular Rate EARLY-BIRD RATE*
IATA Member Airline  $600.00 $600.00
IATA Strategic Partner  $765.00 $612.00
Airport  $810.00 $648.00
Government/ Regulator/ Institution $810.00 $648.00
General Public $900.00 $720.00

Please be advised that it is your responsibility to select the correct admission item for registration. IATA reserves the right to review your registration, verify the compliance of your selection, and make any necessary adjustments, which may revoke previous confirmations of your attendance and necessitate appropriate actions on your part.

*Early-bird rates are valid only up until 30 March 2026.

**Price is excluding VAT (21%).

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Our Diversity & Inclusion Pledge

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.