Sustainability, Technology & Innovation, Risk Management & Contingency Planning, Security & Big Data and Workforce, Intermodal & Connectivity and Airport Development will be the key trending themes of the upcoming inter airport Europe 2025 Focus Conference at Munich Messe (October 7-9, 2025). Marking its 25th edition, organisers RX Global are pleased to offer a three-day, free to attend format, featuring 25 sessions and 45 expert speakers.
The Focus Conference offers airport professionals a unique opportunity to gain cutting-edge insights into the future of airport operations. Attendees will explore the latest trends in automation, digitalisation, sustainability, passenger experience, and workforce strategies, with practical case studies and forward-looking discussions shaping the industry agenda. It is intended that participants will leave equipped with the tools, connections, and strategies needed to drive innovation and optimise operations in an increasingly competitive global market.
» Sustainability – discover how airports are achieving net-zero targets, implementing circular economy principles, and transforming operations to reduce environmental impact. Join Denise Farese, Senior Aviation Consultant, To70, Tomaso Barilli, Sustainability Manager, Aeroporto di Bologna and Dr. Paolo Deforza, Chief Sustainability Officer, SACBO who will participate in one of two sessions on the Race to Net Zero – on Tuesday, October 7th.
» Technology & Innovation – from AI optimisation to robotics, explore how digitalisation is redefining airport operations. Join Henk Brandsma,Strategic process developer for baggage handling, Royal Schiphol Group, Adrian Lach, BHS Manager, CPK and Michael Doughty, BHS Specialist, NACO Netherlands Airport Consultants for the session on Enhanced baggage handling solutions at new and existing hub airports – on Wednesday, October 8th.
» Risk Management & Contingency Planning – practical insights into building resilience and ensuring operational continuity during crises. Join Laila Odina, Chairperson of the Board, RIX Riga Airport on Tuesday, October 7th who will address: The Impact of the Geopolitical Situation.
» Security & Big Data – the latest on cybersecurity, data protection, and predictive analytics to safeguard the airport ecosystem. Join the session titled, Security, Safety & Cyber Convergence in Tomorrow’s Airport / Data-Denial or Data-Driven? Disaster or Delight? Additionally, Big Data: Collaboration Across the Industry, Join Director AJC Aviation, Tony Chapman and Dr. Joe Perez, Chief Technology Officer, CogniMind on Tuesday, October 7th for what promises to be a must attend session.
» Workforce of the Future – strategies to attract, train, and retain the next generation of airport talent. Mohammad Taher, Founder & CEO, The Airport Guy Ltd will join the session on Day Three, titled: Looking Forward to the Next 25 Years! Attracting & Retaining the Future Workforce. Additionally, Stefan Murphy, CEO UK & IRE, Unifi Aviation UK will join a panel moderated by Chloe Greenbank, Editor Regional Gateway, titled: Workforce of the Future: Update on the State of Aviation Employment on Tuesday, October 7th.
» Intermodal & Connectivity – best practices for creating seamless journeys between air, rail, and road.Lutz Wesser, Managing Director, Munich Airport will join this key session on Wednesday, October 8th, titled: Intermodal Munich – By Train and by Plane.
» Airport Development – bold visions for the next generation of airport design, passenger experience, and mobility hubs. Join Doan Nha Truc, Deputy Manager of General Planning, Long Thanh International Airport ORAT Department who will speak on the 2030 Vietnam Master Plan on Tuesday, October 7th.
» Inclusion in the Aviation Sector will also be featured in an in-depth session on Tuesday, October 7th. Harvey Matthewson, Aerobility Advocacy Manager and inter airport Europe’s charity partner and Rakesh Shahu, General Manager Ostrum Tech Limited will explore how airports can evolve into inclusive spaces by integrating physical adaptations, technological innovations, and comprehensive staff training to enhance accessibility.
Syreeta Tranfield, Event Director, said: “With an impressive line-up of aviation industry experts, together we will be tackling the industry’s major challenges and opportunities. We will also look at where impressive projects and results are being achieved. It will be an unmissable three days, so do come and hear from the brightest minds in the airport sector.”
inter airport Europe will also host the Innovation Theatre on the show floor. Complementing the Focus Conference, these sessions are centred around new products from exhibitors, are interactive and cover a wide range of fascinating topics with an emphasis on improving an airport’s efficiency.
Join Susanne Kruppa, Senior Product Manager, Smiths Detection Germany GmbH in a session on Solving Tomorrow’s Hold Baggage Screening Challenges: Smart. Efficient. Sustainable on Tuesday, October 7th.
Discover how digital fueling is transforming airport operations in a joint session by Robin Weissgerber, aFuel Product Manager, Information Design One AG and Ulf Katzenberger, Project and Sales Manager, AFIS GmbH & Co. KG, titled: Fueling Without Friction: When Systems Talk, Flights Move on Tuesday, October 7th.
Join Mario Peiker, CEO, Hart Consult International GmbH, who will demonstrate how technologies and materials successfully used on Formula 1 race tracks can also be suitable for airport applications in a session titled: High-Performance Asphalt Pavement – Insights from Formula 1 Tracks for Airport on Wednesday, October 8th.
See the full Conference schedule here:
www.interairporteurope.com/en-gb/seminars.html#/sessions
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