Global aviation leaders gather in Rome to explore innovation, sustainability, and the future of airports

This week, Rome plays host to Airports Innovate, where airport innovators, start-ups, visionary thinkers, researchers, and leading tech experts from around the world come together. Jointly organised by ACI EUROPE, ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, and ACI World, with Aeroporti di Roma as host, the conference aims to shape the future of air travel by showcasing cutting-edge solutions, transformative tools, and global expertise.

The event is being held from 26 to 28 November 2024, those in attendance include:

• Airport CEOs & managing directors
• Airport CIOs, CTOs, CDOs
• Airline, OEMs & industry partners
• Business developers
• Digital transformation experts
• Start-ups
• National authorities and gov’ts 
• Academics & researchers
• Investors & financial sector

Key topics on the agenda include:

• Unlocking the potential of Generative AI
• Identifying new tools and solutions boosting airports’ sustainability efforts
• Innovations enhancing operations and passenger experience
• Future-proofing of Human Resources (HR) practices
• Data- and AI-driven forecasting
• Advanced Air Mobility
• The future of energy at airports

Marco Troncone, Aeroporti di Roma CEO commented, “Innovation lies at the core of Aeroporti di Roma’s DNA, with our ‘open innovation’ model setting a benchmark in the aviation industry and fostering collaboration with hundreds of startups worldwide. Hosting this year’s ACI AIRPORTS INNOVATE at Rome Fiumicino Airport is both an honour and a testament to our commitment to shaping the airport of the future. This event provides the perfect platform to exchange ideas, share our expertise, and harness collective creativity to reimagine the future of air travel with the global airport community.”

Justin Erbacci, ACI World Director General said: “The future of aviation is being transformed by innovation at every level—whether it’s enhancing passenger experiences, improving operational efficiencies, or building smarter, more sustainable airports. ACI is committed to supporting our members in leading this transformation, ensuring that airports remain resilient, agile, and ready for the demands of tomorrow’s global air travel. We thank our co-organizers, ACI EUROPE and ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, for their continued collaboration, and our host, Aeroporti di Roma, for their hospitality and leadership. Airports Innovate serves as a critical platform for connecting innovators that are paving the way for a brighter future for airports and aviation worldwide.”

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