GALF to develop roadmap for sustainability in aviation

  • Date: 19-Apr-2023
  • Source: Zawya
  • Sector:Oil & Gas
  • Country:UAE
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GALF to develop roadmap for sustainability in aviation

The Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) is set to celebrate its milestone 10th edition as a co-located event at the 22nd Airport Show, the world's leading annual B2B platform for the airport industry.

From May 9-11, key players from the aviation sector – including airports, airlines, and ANSPs – will converge at Dubai World Trade Center to collaborate and outline a roadmap towards sustainability.

This year’s edition will feature a strong emphasis on critical topics such as Air Traffic Control (ATC), Airport Security, Ground Handling, and Sustainability. With daily global flights predicted to reach nearly 200,000 by the mid-2030s, it is imperative for industry leaders to address these challenges.

Achieving this projected growth could contribute $1.5 trillion to the world's GDP by 2030, according to ICAO forecasts. Furthermore, investments in airport infrastructure development between now and 2030 are estimated at $1.2 to $1.5 trillion.

At GALF, over 40 aviation and airport leaders will participate in panel discussions featuring an impressive range of topics, including Air Traffic Management, Airport Security, Ground Handling, and Sustainability. Among the attendees are CEOs, CTOs, CIOs, COOs, and various Specialists and Strategists involved in Airport Security, Aviation Security, Passenger Security, and Airport Operations. This platform offers valuable insights into Disruptive