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 10,000 delegates attending 15 global and regional events covering all aspects of aviation along with 1,000 of sponsors and exhibitors per year, you will find an IATA Event that matches your interests and goals while building lasting business relationships.
Featured Events
Found 19 events
DDS User Forum 2025
- 23 - 24 October - Hong Kong (SAR), ChinaThe DDS User Forum 2025, in collaboration with IATA and ARC, offers exclusive access to expert-led presentations on the latest enhancements in DDS, along with hands-on training sessions led by DDS experts.
PaxInsight Forum 2025
- 3 - 4 November - Istanbul, TürkiyeJoin the 2025 PaxInsight Forum! Get the latest on passenger satisfaction, exclusive insights from IATA’s 2025 Global Passenger Survey, and network with industry peers.
- Data
World Financial and Passenger Symposiums (WFS & WPS)
- 5 - 6 November - Istanbul, TürkiyeThe World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS) focus on aviation financial management and customer experience.
- Retailing & Finance
- Regulations & Law
- Passenger Experience
- Security
CO2 Data Workshop
- 12 November - Geneva, SwitzerlandWorkshop on CO2 transparency and data-driven sustainability in air transport. Discover how Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and airline operational data are transforming emissions reporting.
Wings of Change Europe (WOCE)
- 18 - 19 November - Brussels, BelgiumWings 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
Aviation Energy Forum (AEF)
- 18 - 20 November - Mexico City, MexicoThe 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
157th IATA Slot Conference
- 18 - 20 November - Lisbon, PortugalThe 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
World Legal Symposium (WLS)
- 17 - 19 February 2026 - Warsaw, PolandIATA World Legal Symposium is the world's premier aviation law conference.
- Regulations & Law
World Cargo Symposium (WCS)
- 10 - 12 March 2026 - Lima, PeruThe World Cargo Symposium (WCS) is the largest and most prestigious air transport cargo event. The 2026 edition will take place in Lima, Peru.
- Cargo
World Data Symposium (WDS)
- 8 - 9 April 2026 - Singapore, SingaporeThe 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 2026 - Santiago, ChileWings 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
Focus Africa
- 29 - 30 April 2026 - Addis Ababa, EthiopiaIATA 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
CNS Partnership Conference
- 18 - 20 May 2026 - San Francisco, USAThe 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 2026 - Cairo, EgyptThe 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
158th IATA Slot Conference
- 9 - 11 June 2026 - Bangkok, ThailandThe 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
World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES)
- 23 - 24 June 2026 - Geneva, SwitzerlandThe 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 2026 - Manama, BahrainThe 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)
- 22 - 24 September 2026 - Budapest, HungaryThe 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 2026 - Istanbul, TürkiyeIATA'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