Embracing technology. It’s overdue and the time is now
The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) is the most important annual event of the industry. It brings together industry's leaders from airlines, airports, ground service providers to manufacturers.
Last year 800 delegates gathered in Paris, France to discuss and implement industry standards, policies and procedures.
The IGHC 2023 edition will take place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The program will follow soon!
Unique business, networking and branding opportunities with 95% satisfaction rate.
- Over 650 delegates are expected
- Meet airlines decision makers
- Exclusive access to industry intelligence and latest industry developments
Who will you meet?
Bringing together over 650 delegates to represent the whole industry, here's who you will meet:
- 30% airlines, 60% ground service providers and airports, 10% manufacturers and solution providers
- 60% commercial and 34% operational/safety positions represented
- 50% executive management, 49% middle management
Testimonials:
“IGHC is one of the most important meeting places for us as Ground Handler. It gives us the opportunity to meet with colleagues, partners, and customers and at the same time attend interesting sessions.”
Kjell Ivar Maudal Chief Commercial Officer Widerøe Ground Handling AS
“The IGHC is not just another conference. It’s a place where all the expertise and knowledge is shared with only one purpose: to enhance the aviation industry to an extreme level of proficiency and consistency.”
Roberto Gomes be AQC (Aviation Quality Council)
“It was my first ever IGHC attendance. The event was very well managed and the topics for the plenary sessions and presentations were curated to the demand of the industry. Being a Member of the Charter of Professional Auditors (CoPA), it was a good opportunity for me to meet fellow auditors and IATA Team. Further the Showcase of the New Era Technology was a great way to make one aware of the upcoming future changes.”
Raj Vijayvargiya (ISAGO Auditor), Air India SATS
Rate per pass in US $ | REGULAR |
---|---|
General Public |
2140 |
Member Airline |
700 |
Non-Member Airline |
2140 |
GHP Member additional pass* |
1945 |
Strategic Partner |
1945 |
Airport/ Government / Customs |
1285 |
*The GHP Membership includes 2 complimentary passes to the IGHC. This reduced fee is applicable to obtain additional GHP passes.
Please contact us for any question you may have at iataighc@gl-events.com

Abu Dhabi
Located in the calm waters of the Arabian Gulf, Abu Dhabi features breath-taking landscapes, including islands, sea, desert, mangroves, fossil dunes, oases and wadis (valleys), as well as a rich history and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
It is a world-class tourism destination easily accessibile thanks to his International Airport (AUH) which is one of the fastest growing airport hubs in the world, currently serving over 96 destinations in 56 countries and with over over 10 million travellers per year.

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center
The IGHC 2023 will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center.
The ADNEC is a state of the art, globally renowned, multi-award-winning venue offering organisers of exhibitions, conferences and events outstanding facilities.
It is located just 15 minutes away by the Abu Dhabi International Airport and only 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi.
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Sponsorship/Exhibition Contact
Sales Manager,
Sponsorship & Exhibition - Events
Tel. +33 789 05 77 96
Gaëlle Charluet-Roy
Senior Manager Business Development
IATA Sponsorship & Exhibition - Events
Tel. +33 6 80 72 78 91
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Benefit from discounts on sponsorship and exhibition rates. Get on Board!
SGHA-SLA and Effective Negotiation Behaviors course
This course is offered at the end of IGHC conference, at the same venue. It is a special version of the full course, excluding the Effective Negotiations Behavior modules.
Class will start on the 18th May at 14:00 and will be completed on the 20th May at 17:00.
Use discount code IGHCSGHA30 for a discounted price 30%-off standard price (plus applicable taxes).
People, Purpose & Passion - Building a Sustainable Future For Ground Ops
The 2022 IGHC edition was focused on improving implementation procedures and operations, forging sustainable new agreements and leveraging and empowering the workforce to deliver sustainable sound solutions.
Over 650 delegates gathered in Paris, France at the Palais Brongniart, to discuss:
- Technology and efficiency : – initiatives and implementation of case studies
- People in ground operations
- New agreements: Contracts and other data
Find out what was discussed at IGHC 2022
- IGHC 2022 - Program (pdf)
- IGHC 2022 - Roadmap (pdf)
- IGHC 2022 - Photos
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.