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Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) is a flagship industry event in the region where aviation leaders, regulators, and subject matter experts come together to discuss air transport’s top issues and opportunities to jointly agree on future actions to better utilize air transport as an engine of economic and social development across the European region.
WOCE 2024 edition primarily focused on what is required for aviation to improve its environmental and financial sustainability and navigate through current challenges. This included the environment, infrastructure, and capacity, as well as passenger experience. Europe’s flagship aero-political event once more shined the spotlight on industry leaders and policy-makers and included lively debates to shape the air transport of the future.
Wings of Change Europe 2025 will be held in Brussels, Belgium in November.
Who attends?
- Airlines/Airline Associations
- Airports
- Ground Handlers
- Governments
- Aircraft Manufacturers
- Consulting Firms
- Law Firms
- Solution Providers
- Industry-specific Publications and Media
Why attend?
WOCE will address topics such as
- Opening Plenary: Featuring keynotes, industry outlooks, and interviews
- Taxation
- Operations
- Sustainability
- Data, Digitalization & Innovation
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Why get involved?
WOCE provides unique business, networking, and branding opportunities to more than 300 leaders and decision-makers representing the industry. Participants will get exclusive access to industry intelligence and the latest developments and trends.
- 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 business development strategies
- Learn from the first source the trends and current industry priorities and unleash business opportunities.
For more details or information, please contact our team at woce@iata.org
Testimonials
“WOCE offers an amazing opportunity to engage in lively debates specific to the region. It also offers invaluable business-to-business (B2B) interactions, one of the main reasons to attend the event.”
Roberto Roselli, CEO, Plus Ultra
“Attending a high-level event such as WOCE enables participants to network with industry leaders and key decision-makers all the while gaining diverse perspectives and hearing about innovative solutions which will contribute to shaping the future of aviation.”
Montserrat Barriga, DG, ERA
“WOCE, the region’s flagship aero political event, represents a unique platform to actively address European aviation’s most critical industry challenges. Simultaneously, it facilitates collaborative meetings with key stakeholders including regulators and governmental organizations, which enables to focus on finding solutions and to promote emerging opportunities. I personally appreciate the emphasis that the event puts on sustainability and connectivity, which are both key to the long-term development of the airline industry in Europe.”
Kaspars Briškens, Minister of Transport, Latvia
“Participating in WOCE provides a great opportunity for companies to allocate resources more efficiently. The format of the event, the content, and the overall organization are impeccable.”
Yvonne Manzi, CEO, RwandAir
| registration type | regular rate |
|---|---|
| IATA Member Airline | $200.00 |
| IATA Strategic Partner | $675.00 |
| Regulator/Government |
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| Airport | $710.00 |
| Aviation Service Provider/ Manufacturer | $790.00 |
| General Public | $790.00 |
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.
Advancing European Aviation: Global, Competitive and Sustainable
Wings of Change Europe (WOCE), the region's flagship aero political event, that will place 18-19 November 2025 in Brussels.
It will be articulated around keynotes, panels and fire-side chats featuring leaders and decision makers from the entire aviation ecosystem, all the while offering participants a unique networking platform.
Discussions will shed light on the current aviation dynamics and trends, including creating the necessary framework to ensure aviation continues to deliver benefits to economies and societies alike through competitiveness, connectivity and sustainable growth, making the best use of transformative emerging technologies and innovations.
View the full event program.
Brussels
Nestled in the heart of Europe, Brussels stands as a beacon of history, culture, and connectivity, making it an ideal destination for global aviation gatherings. With Brussels Airport serving as a primary gateway, the city offers seamless access to its rich blend of historical charm and modern conveniences. Renowned for its iconic landmarks such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and the European Union headquarters, Brussels provides a sophisticated and inspiring backdrop for conferences and networking events. The city's state-of-the-art infrastructure, combined with its deep historical roots, offers an unmatched environment for business engagements and collaborative ventures, where tradition and innovation come together to create unforgettable moments of connection and progress.
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Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
Situated on Avenue Louise, the hotel's central location offers luxury shopping, cultural tours, and access to major art galleries. The old town, showcasing Belgian architecture, is just 10 minutes away. Green scenery at Bois de la Cambre, a central park with restaurants and art, is also 10 minutes from the hotel. The 267 spacious guestrooms provide calm and serenity, featuring elegant decor and modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Culinary delights await at Loui Cocktail Bar & Restaurant, where guests can savor exquisite dishes and signature cocktails. For relaxation, the Aspria spa and Clarins institute offer a range of rejuvenating treatments and wellness services.
The Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher’s stands out with classical yet chic elegance, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all guests. The Green Meeting concept minimizes the ecological impact of events, incorporating sustainable practices in every phase from planning to execution. Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, a business center, and versatile event spaces perfect for conferences and social gatherings.
Visa Requirements
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Before your travel
Please ensure you check your visa requirements as soon as possible to prevent any delay in your visa application.
For guidance on visa requirements and further information, you should consult the IATA Travel Centre.
IATA is providing a visa invitation letter but cannot guarantee your visa issuance. In case you need it, answer “Yes" to the visa letter question during your registration: you will have to enter all the requested details for the letter to be generated. Note that it is mandatory to be fully registered to the Wings of Change Europe to get it.
Arrival to Brussels
Getting from the airport to the venue
- The WOCE 2025 will be held at the Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's, it is a 30-to-40-minute drive from the Brussels Airport and one hour ride from Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
- Brussels Airport:
- Taxis are available right outside the arrivals hall, the official taxis have a blue and yellow logo and a T in the license plate.
- There are other options such as trains or buses.
- For more information check the official website of Bussels Airport.
- Brussels South Charleroi Airport:
- Taxis are available.
- There are other options such as bus lines to the Charleroi Central station or car sharing.
- For more information check the official website of Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
Accommodation
For the convenience and comfort of our attendees, we have negotiated preferential room rates at the Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's Hotel, the event's official venue. Booking of the rooms with the special rates is available for all duly registered and confirmed attendees. We strongly encourage you to secure your hotel bookings at your earliest convenience.
Getting around the city
- Public transport might be very convenient in the city centre of Brussels, there are metro, tram, bus, train and waterbus. On the website of the City of Brussels, there is more information like maps or tickets.
- Uber, Bolt and Heetch are also available.
While in Brussels
Emergency contacts
- Red Cross: 105
- European emergency call: 112
- Fire brigades and ambulance: 100
- Federal police: 101
Currency
- The currency in Belgium is the Euro €.
- In Belgium all consumer-facing companies must offer at least one electronic mean of payment, cash must also be always accepted.
Local customs in Brussels
- Brussels is a very cosmopolitan city so locals are used to encountering people from many different cultures and are usually open-minded and friendly.
- In order to behave appropriately and appreciate the differences of culture in Brussels, it pays to learn a few of the customs while travelling. These include such things as tipping, small talk, language and things you will see on the street.
- We kindly invite you to learn further details by visiting this website.
Weather
Brussels is in the temperate oceanic climate zone. In November, it rains around 19 days, the average minimum temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F), and the average maximum is 9.5°C (49.1°F).
Power plug
Power plug types in Brussels are C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.
Smoking regulations
Smoking indoor in public spaces is forbidden; outdoor it is banned near schools and crèches, hospitals, sports grounds and amusement parks.
While at the event
- Dress code: The dress code for the event is business casual.
- Wi-Fi: There is Wi-Fi available in the venue.
- Event app: The Event App is available to all duly registered and confirmed attendees. The App provides essential information about the event, the most recent details on the conference program and speakers. Stay up to date with the latest news and announcements, see your personal schedule, and start networking with the attendees, exhibitors and sponsors.
- In order to access the Event App, please download IATA Events App from App Store or Google Play. Alternatively, please, scan the QR code and when requested add the following code: IATAWOCE2025.
- Afterwards you will need to login with the same email address that you registered to the event.
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