World Aviation Festival

Embedding airline payment into your strategy Airline payment costs sum up to USD20 billion annually (McKinsey & Company) This represents up to 3% of airline revenues – a significant value in an industry that often only achieves a very low profitability. It is obvious that airlines need to focus on their capabilities to receive payment in an easy, inexpensive and safe way. Article by Travel In Motion https://wp.me/pdIrRr-7uH #aviationfest

Emerging stronger: What's next for SriLankan Airlines? Richard Nuttall, CEO of SriLankan Airlines Official shares the airline's evolving strategy, from capitalising on recent opportunities to exploring possibilities for new partnerships. The conversation looks at: 💰 The road to profitability ✈️ Fleet expansion 🌍 Network growth 🚀 Short-term plans for attracting more traffic Is SriLankan Airlines looking for a strategic partner? Watch the full keynote interview now to find out ➡️ https://wp.me/pdIrRr-7ux #aviationfestasia

🚀 This Might Just Be Our Most Inspiring Episode Yet! 🚀 The Flying High Club Podcast, in partnership with the World Aviation Festival, is back with a guest who embodies leadership, innovation, and the power of career reinvention—Amy Daniels Burr, President of JetBlue Ventures. with none other than our Host for this series Sohail Ali🎙️✈️ With an aviation career spanning JetBlue, Continental Airlines, and even as one of the very first employees at Virgin America, Amy has seen it all. She shares insights on: 🔥 The power of career pivots—why embracing change leads to the biggest opportunities 💡 What great leadership looks like—and how to thrive in an ever-changing industry 🌍 The future of innovation at JetBlue Ventures—where the next wave of aviation investment is headed Her energy and wisdom were so impactful that even our 18-year-old producer walked away ready to rethink his career path! That’s the kind of influence Amy brings—charismatic, insightful, and a true game-changer. This is more than just an episode—it’s a masterclass in leadership, innovation, and carving out a fulfilling career. You do not want to miss this. 🚨 Watch the full episode now! 🚨 👉 https://lnkd.in/dSXYJ8BT 📣 Tag someone who needs to hear this, share it with your network, and drop your biggest takeaway in the comments! Let’s inspire the next wave of aviation leaders together. A huge thank you to our partner World Aviation Festival for allowing us to bring content like this to you all and our sponsors Flyway who without them this could not have been possible. #AviationLeadership #CareerGrowth #JetBlueVentures #Innovation #FlyingHighClub #AmyBurr #WorldAviationFestival #Leadership #Podcast #FutureOfAviation #AviationIndustry #Inspiration

Air India Express strategy: Growing domestic India and the short-haul international market India is now the third-largest domestic aviation market in the world, with its domestic airline capacity nearly doubling over the last ten years. As one of the fastest growing markets globally, carriers are racing to position themselves and capitalise on the rapid expansion. At Aviation Festival Asia, Aloke Singh, CEO, Air India Express shared insights on how the low cost carrier (LCC) is navigating this changing landscape following its recent mergers. Watch the interview for: ✈️ Air India Express’ expansion strategy in domestic India and short-haul international markets 🏙️ Plans to strengthen its network in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities 📈 How the carrier is leveraging efficiency to stimulate demand in price-sensitive markets 🌏 Focus on expanding international presence in Southeast Asia 💡 The role of technology in driving revenue growth and operational cost reduction 💼 Lessons learned from mergers and how the airline has successfully integrated operations https://wp.me/pdIrRr-7up #aviationfestasia

🎤 Confirmed speaker: Martin Gauss! We are pleased to announce that Martin Gauss, CEO of airBaltic, is speaking at #AviationFest this year. ➡️ See all confirmed speakers: https://ow.ly/9ooc50VkB3l

Virgin Atlantic to launch Joby's eVTOL at UK airports Virgin Atlantic is working to bring electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to Heathrow and Manchester Airport through a new partnership with Joby Aviation. When the air taxi launches, Virgin Atlantic customers will have the opportunity to simply book a seat on the aircraft via the airline's app, website, or other channels. https://wp.me/pdIrRr-7uh #aviationfest

"Four or five AI tech giants will emerge and we have to back a horse" The travel and tourism sector is worth an estimated $1 trillion globally and employs 348 million people - more than the entire population of the United States. Right now, artificial intelligence (AI) and technology are rewiring the sector, creating new opportunities and driving cost savings as it continues to grow. At Aviation Festival Asia 2025, Julia Simpson, President & CEO of World Travel & Tourism Council joined Bloomberg's Danny Lee 李嘉洪 onstage for a keynote interview exploring why sustainability and digitisation are key to Travel & Tourism’s plans for growth and impact. Full interview out now, watch to discover: 🤖 is AI a cost saver or revenue generator? 🌱 How to address sustainability, ESG, and diversity in travel 🌏 Which region will lead the AI tech giants Watch here: https://wp.me/pdIrRr-7u7 #aviationfestasia

Offer and order, dynamic pricing, and Agentic AI How can airlines leverage technology to unlock new revenue in a challenging market? Surain Adyanthaya, President - Global Industries at PROS discusses the evolving retail landscape. To learn more watch the full interview: https://wp.me/pdIrRr-7tX #aviationfestasia

📢 Confirmed sponsor: Amach! We are pleased to announce that Amach will be joining #AviationFest as a Gold Sponsor. ➡️ Book your ticket now: https://ow.ly/8FlA50VfHh2