CONNECT Conference Programme

Ainesh Advani, Senior Consultant (Network & Fleet Planning), Lufthansa ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Join Milanamos and a leading international airport to discover how EVTOL will reinvent short-haul travel — connecting nearby destinations, unlocking new points of interest, and driving the next wave of passenger growth.Christophe Ritter, Director, Milanamos SASHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Airports often face challenges turning route opportunities into airline commitments. Traditional incentive-driven negotiations can fall short when they're not supported by solid business cases built on airline economics.In this session, Airline Factory presents a new approach that aligns airport marketing with how airlines evaluate route profitability. Combining advanced traffic analytics, proprietary aircraft cost modeling, and airline-style profitability assessments, our methodology helps airports build convincing, data-backed route proposals for airlines.Learn how this approach enables airports to demonstrate true value, speak the airline's language, and strengthen their position in route development discussions.Patrick Baudis, Co-Founder & Director, Airline FactoryHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Many productive meetings happen at CONNECT, but how did you strategize your airline targets? Did you have the right sort of presentation? How do you have a productive meeting? What happens next? A new route can have an interesting life cycle!Omar Hashmi, Managing Director, Volavion Aviation ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Łukasz Wysocki, President of Gdansk Tourism Organisation, Polish Tourism OrganisationFilip Wysocki, Gdansk Tourism Organisation, Polish Tourism OrganisationHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This session will explore how tourism boards and destination marketing organizations collaborate with airports and airlines to boost connectivity and attract visitors. Focus on real partnerships, joint campaigns, route development initiatives, and strategies that turn potential into measurable growth. Highlight successes, lessons learned, and creative approaches that can inspire similar collaborations elsewhere.ModeratorChloe Greenbank, Event Moderator, CONNECT AviationPanelJordi Candela, CEO Airports of Catalonia, GROwingHanna Tiitola, CEO, Destination Savo, Lakeland FinlandMichal J. Wichrowski, CEO, W Aviation GroupValeria Rebasti, International Market Director (Italy, Greece, Germany & SE Europe), VoloteaAneta Ksiazek, Head of Poland Convention Bureau, Polish Tourism OrganisationKrzysztof Raganowicz, CEO, Lublin Metropolitan Tourism OrganisationHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

London City have pioneered multiple techniques to enhance safety and efficiency at their airport. They've continued this approach by partnering with Airbus in order to use cutting edge airspace design to allow for bigger aircraft to land.Charles Thornberry, HO Customer Success Management, Airbus SASAnne Doyere, Aviation Director, London City AirportHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The discussion will explore how the aviation industry can pursue high-impact, straightforward, and viable action to achieve net-zero. Topics will include: the latest updates on SAF supply chain and scale-up, the practical steps you can take today to achieve your decarbonisation goals, and a broader view beyond SAF to consider other complementary solutions. The session will highlight innovative approaches and real-world examples that can accelerate decarbonisation across airports, airlines, and the wider aviation ecosystem.ModeratorChloe Greenbank, Event Moderator, CONNECT AviationPanelAntoine Toulemont, EU Affairs, AURA AEROMarta Sabin Miralles de Imperial, Market Strategy Director, ATR - Avions de Transport RegionalTom Cahill, Sustainable Fuels Advisor, World Fuel ServicesPeter Swallow, Sustainable Design Lead, Europe, Corgan ArchitectsHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

A one-to-one conversation with András Szabó, Network Officer at Wizz Air, offering an overview of how the airline approaches growth, market opportunities, and its evolving network strategy.Moderated by Bernie BaldwinAndras Szabo, Network Officer, Wizz AirHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Annabelle Lepièce will present the recent European Commission's decisions on aid to airports and airlines and the new European exemption decision on services of general economic interest. She will address the status of the revision of the Commission Guidelines on aid to airports and airlines and other relevant State aid framework, such as the General Block Exemption Regulation that allows Member States to grant operating aid and investment aid to airports without prior notification to the European Commission. Finally, she will share practical tips to ensure the legality of public support to airports and to develop new routes or partnerships between airports and airlines.Annabelle Lepièce, Lawyer, CMS DeBackerHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

A one-to-one discussion with Eyad Birouti, Director Network Management & Alliances at Royal Jordanian, offering insights into the airline's network strategy, partnership approach, and positioning within the regional and global aviation landscape.Moderated by Bernie BaldwinEyad Birouti, Director Network Management & Alliances, Royal Jordanian AirlinesHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Air travel is entering a phase where passengers increasingly expect journeys that are fluid, intuitive, and seamlessly connected. Digital ID and biometrics are becoming the catalysts for this shift, reshaping how people move and how airports operate.Nicolas Phan, Marketing Director, IDEMIA Public Security SASHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This session will explore the challenges and opportunities facing small regional airports as they seek to grow passenger flows and secure their place in Europe's air transport ecosystem. Beyond air traffic figures, we'll look at the broader impact these airports have on regional economies, driving tourism, creating employment, and supporting local business growth. ModeratorAndrew Doyle, Senior Director Market Development, CiriumPanelPaweł Potoroczyn, CEO, European Capital of Culture Lublin 2029Philippe Wilmart, Airport Route Development Director, EGISJon Bridge, CEO, Cardiff AirportMarja Aalto, Senior Specialist Aviation, Business TampereMarek Pierscinski, CCO, Lublin AirportHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

A one-to-one conversation with Wojciech Worona, Network Planning Deputy Director at LOT Polish Airlines, offering a broad look at the airline's priorities, outlook, and approach to navigating an evolving aviation landscape.Moderated by Bernie BaldwinWojciech Worona, Deputy Director Network Planning, LOT Polish AirlinesHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The Mediterranean remains one of the world's most dynamic and competitive tourism regions,  yet its market dynamics are shifting. From emerging destinations in the East to established hubs in the West, airports, airlines, and tourism boards are adapting to evolving traveller behaviour, new long-haul demand, and changing source markets.This session will explore how Mediterranean destinations are repositioning themselves to capture growth — from renewed transatlantic interest and extended seasons to diversification beyond traditional leisure segments. What are the new opportunities, and how are established destinations evolving their strategies to stay ahead?ModeratorOmar Hashmi, Managing Director, Volavion Aviation ConsultingPanelMaria Kouroupi, Director Aviation Development Marketing & Communication, Hermes AirportsAtilay Batu, COO, Corendon AirlinesNina Vojnic Zagar, CEO, Pula AirportMario Garau, Route Development Manager, Olbia Airport - SardiniaHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Andrew Doyle, Senior Director Market Development, CiriumHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Lublin. The Making Of.Paweł Potoroczyn, CEO, European Capital of Culture Lublin 2029Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Tibor MeszarosHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

André Alves, Network Planning Director, IberiaInterviewed by John Strickland, Director, JLS ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Moderated by Patrick Edmond, CONNECT Event ModeratorIrakli Karkashadze, CEO, United Airports of GeorgiaMantas Vrubliauskas, VP Network Development, airBalticPawel Kranc, Network Advisor, Gdansk Lech Walesa AirportRidgers Mema, Managing Director, Tirana International AirportHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Annabelle Lepièce, Lawyer, CMS DeBackerHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Helgi Már Björgvinsson, Partnerships & Corporate Affairs - CEO Office, IcelandairInterviewed by John Strickland, Director, JLS ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Kevin O’Toole, Chief Strategy Officer, CiriumHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Agi Smith, Head of Airport Development, easyJetInterviewed by Patrick Edmond, CONNECT Event ModeratorHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Declan Maguire, Account Director, RDC AviationHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Ainesh Advani, Senior Consultant (Network & Fleet Planning), Lufthansa ConsultingAlyssa Luisa Drzisga, Consultant, Lufthansa ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Moderated by Chloe Greenbank, Editor & Journalist, HMG AerospaceAskin Demir, CEO, LAS (Limak-Aibd-Summa) - Dakar AirportNamory Camara, Managing Director, Ahmed Sekou Toure International Airport (SOGEAC)Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Yves Renard, Head of Market Intelligence & Consulting, AirbusHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Gonzalo Pernas Alonso, Head of Network International, SAS - Scandinavian Airlines SystemInterviewed by John Strickland, Director, JLS ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Moderated by Jaume Dulsat Rodriguez, Costa Brava Tourist Board Member, Diputacio de GironaJordi Candela, General Director, Aeroports de CatalunyaLluis Coromina, Dean of Tourism, University of GironaJordi Masquef, First Vice-President, Costa Brava Girona Tourism BoardPatrick Torrent, Executive Director, Catalan Tourist BoardHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

John Strickland, Director, JLS ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Moderated by Patrick Edmond, CONNECT Event ModeratorGabriel Schmilovich Isgut, Chief Strategy Officer, VoloteaManuel Jonay Lobo Torres, Head of Network, Revenue Management & Alliances, BinterMiguel Oliver, Network Planning & Scheduling Director, Iberia Regional / Air NostrumJordi Pla Pintre, Chief Network & Strategy Officer, VuelingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Moderated by Patrick Edmond, Consultant, CONNECTFranc Sanmarti, Director of Sustainability, VuelingDaniel Bloch, Director, Partnerships, LanzaJetLouis Lammertyn, Co-Founder, BookBetterMirosław Bartyzel, PR & Marketing Specialist, Małopolska Tourism OrganisationHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Carlos Muñoz, CEO, VoloteaInterviewed by John Strickland, Director, JLS ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Patrick Edmond, Managing Director, Altair AdvisoryCesar Pereira, Advisor, Sustainability & Strategy, EmbraerAdam A. Triolo, VP Commercial Business Development, RegentPhilipe Karat, National Coordinator Air/Sea/Land Transport, EmbraturJo-Anne Meaux-Arends, Aviation Business Development Executive, Aruba Airport Authority N.V.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Peggy Croes, Senior VP Aviation Market Development, Curacao Airport PartnersRafael Echevarne, General Director, Airports Council International Latin America &CaribbeanHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Peggy Croes, Senior VP Aviation Market Development, Curacao Airport PartnersPeter Cerda, Regional VP Americas, IATAHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Elvis Reynoso, Commercial Director, GBIZ SolutionsAtilay Uslu, CEO, Corendon Hotels & ResortsHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Elvis Reynoso, Commercial Director, GBIZ SolutionsGerman Efromovich, President, AeroitaliaHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Omar Hashmi, Managing Director, Volavion ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Christophe Ritter, Director, MilanamosHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Nicolas Gurwicz, Managing Director, Altura Aviation ConsultingHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Elvis Reynoso, Commercial Director, GBZI SolutionsCarlos Jimenez, Executive Vice President, Air CenturyAlexandra Grondin, VP Ground operations, Procurement &Product, Air CaraibesRodolfo Sabonge, Secretary General, Association of Caribbean States (ACS)Martin Aeberli, CCO, Caribbean AirlinesLuelo Girigorie, Policy Director, Ministry of Economic Development of CuraçaoHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Patrick Edmond, Managing Director, Altair AdvisoryJulio Solar, Strategy, Network & Alliances Director, SKY AirlineHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Gustavo de Hostos, President, CEO, General Air ServicesNacim Yala, Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer, ArajetClaudio Buncamper, CCO, Sunrise AirwaysRosa Harris, Chairman of the Board of Directors & Airlift Committee, Caribbean Tourism OrganizationHans Van de Velde, CEO, WINAIRHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Patrick Edmond, Managing Director, Altair AdvisoryJuan Felipe Restrepo, Chief Product Officer, KIU System SolutionsHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Christine Campagnard, Manager Business Intelligence, Curacao Tourist BoardPeggy Croes, Senior VP Aviation Market Development, Curacao Airport PartnersHugo Clarinda, Deputy Director, Curacao Tourist BoardJonny Andersen, CEO, Curacao Airport PartnerHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Ariana Mcknire, Senior Network Planning Analyst, WestjetHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

PANEL SESSIONModerator Marija Verovic ch-aviationJustas Rinkevicius Avion ExpressCathal O'Connell CityJetLuigi Vallero DAT Danish Air TransportMarko Bankovic ETF AirwaysHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

KEYNOTEMike Reynolds, Head of Partnerships, SkyscannerHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.