Time
STE conference program – Nov 5th (preliminary as of July 22, subject to change)
10:00-10:30
Opening Ceremony
Welcome Speech by Guest of Honor
Hon. Chan Mo Po, Paul GBM, GBS, MH, JP Financial Secretary (confirmed)
Keynote Speech
Fred Lam, Chairman, Airport Authority Hong Kong (confirmed)
Attendance
Hon. Lam Sai-hung, Secretary for Transport and Logistics (confirmed)
Civil Aviation Administration of China (invited)
10:30-12:30
STE Conference Co-Chairs:
Velis. Eleftheriou, Strategic Account Lead – Airport Intelligence CDM Total (conf.)
Holly Miles, Editor, International Airport Review (invited)
10:35-11:20
Aviation Industry Outlook – Airport Hub Strategies and APAC Challenges (English language)
Moderator: Karen Walker, Editor-in-Chief Air Transport World
Panel
Steven Yiu, Executive Director Airport Operations, Airport Authority Hong Kong (conf.)
Dr. Xie Xingquan, Regional VP, IATA North Asia (confirmed)
Tony Lugg, Transported Asset Protection Association (confirmed)
Dave Stroud, Managing Director AWN (confirmed)
Description:
This panel dives into airport hub development strategies, exploring successful collaborations with governments. Discussions will focus on identifying key challenges facing airports in the Asia-Pacific region, while also uncovering promising future opportunities for growth and innovation.
11:20-11:40
Flight Path to Future Airport Excellence (English language)
Moderator: TBC
Panel
Sumesh Patel, CEO Asia-Pacific SITA (confirmed)
Description:
Future airport development and expansion – using technology support overall masterplan development, integrate sustainability and dive in the competitive landscape.
11:40-12:00
Keynote Interview (English language): Airport Authority Hong Kong
Ms. Vivian Cheung, acting Chief Executive Officer, Airport Authority Hong Kong
Interview by Karen Walker, Editor-in-Chief, Air Transport World
12:00-12:30
Leadership Panel: The Airport as an Eco-System (English language)
Moderator: David Casey, Editor Aviation Week Network (confirmed)
Panel
Athanasios Titonis, CEO of Mactan-Cebu Airport (confirmed)
SouthEastAsian Airport (invited)
Alan Liu, Board of Directors, TAPA APAC (invited)
Description:
Airports evolve into dynamic hubs of connectivity and economic activity, understanding the interplay between airport connectivity, passenger experience. This panel will delve into the strategies, innovations, and collaborative efforts shaping the future of airports and their role in driving regional development and tourism growth. Tourism industry Philippines.
12:30-14:00
Expo Visit & Networking / Lunch break
14:00-16:30
STE Conference Co-Chairs:
Velis. Eleftheriou, Strategic Account Lead – Airport Intelligence CDM Total (confirmed)
Daniel Berger, Partner Strategy China, EAC International Consulting (confirmed)
14:00-14:45
Geographical Advantage in the Philippines: The Luzon Corridor Plan (English language)
Moderator: Aviation Week Network
Panel
Arrey A. Perez, President Clark Airport International Corporation (confirmed)
Eduardo Jose Aliño, Chairman and Administrator of SBMA (confirmed)
Atty. Roberto O. Lim, Undersecretary for Aviation & Airports, Department of Transportation, Republic of the Philippines (confirmed)
Description:
This showcase shares their future approach to form Luzon into a regional superhub for cargo, and passengers. The panel will discuss the planned intramodality of train, port and airport and display how to be an attractive destination for logistics centers, highlighting the country’s skilled workforce, and investments into new technologies (e.g.Manila port facilitates seamless cargo movement).
14:45-15:30
Passenger Experience and Connectivity at Airports (English language)
Moderator: Holly Miles, Editor, International Airport Review (confirmed)
Panel
Ms. Sarah Samuel, Vice President Amadeus Asia-Pacific (confirmed)
ADB Safegate (invited)
Dave Stroud, AWN Consulting (conf.)
Description:
Future airport development and expansion – using technology to support the overall masterplan development, integrate sustainability and service the seamless passenger journeys with passenger-centric approaches.
15:30-16:00
Safe Skies, Seamless Journeys: Harmonising Safety Standards & Airport Systems (English language)
Moderator: Aviation Week Network
Panel
Nuctech China (confirmed)
Geoffrey Moore, ARUP East Asia (invited)
Description
As air travel continues to grow, ensuring the safety and security of passengers within airport terminals becomes paramount. This panel discussion brings together industry experts to explore innovative strategies, best practices on threat detection systems and crowd management protocols, and emerging technologies that can enhance safety and security in passenger terminals.
16:00-16:30
Dialogue on Sustainable Airports in the Region (English language)
Moderator: David Casey, Editor-in-Chief Routes
Panel
Ms Jin Fan, Business Aviation Leader, ARUP Hong Kong (confirmed)
Sajin Mohamed, Global Lead, Solution Architecture CROSS CAS – Connected Aviation Solutions, Asia Pacific Collins Aerospace (confirmed)
Description:
The panel will discuss technical solutions for future airports to be sustainable and to deliver into zero carbon neutrality? This dialogue will open the floor to each of the stakeholder’s wishlists.
16:30-17:00
Expo Visit & Networking / Coffee break
17:00
STE Conference DAY 1 END
Five conference topics
Terminal Passenger Experience & Innovation: Examine the impact of emerging technologies like biometrics and AI on passenger experience, accessibility and inclusion.
Terminal Security & Facilitation: Dissect intricate challenges around cybersecurity threats and border security procedures.
Future Terminals & Sustainability: Discuss strategies of decarbonising an existing airport and building new terminals with reference to the ADRM Sustainability guidelines.
Intermodal Excellence: Delves into the complex landscape of creating interconnected hubs of mobility for passengers and cargo.
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM): Explore ideas around integrating AAM infrastructure into airports, creating effective mobility for passengers and cargo. o Intermodal Excellence: Delves into the complex landscape of creating interconnected hubs of mobility for passengers and cargo.
November 5th, 2024 (Day 1), Time TBC
AAM Forum
From Concept to Reality: Unlocking Air Mobility in China (English language only)
Forum chair: Minesh Pore, Co-Founder and CEO, Buyhive and SourcingGPT
Moderators: Aviation Week Network
Confirmed Speakers
Prof. Gao Yuanyang, Beihang University (confirmed)
Dr Burt Guo 郭亮 , CEO and Chief Scientist, Aerofugia (confirmed)
Kellen Xie 谢嘉 , Senior Vice President, AutoFlight (confirmed)
Bill Choi, Sales Director APAC, E-Hang (confirmed)
Yun Yuan Tay, Head of Asia Pacific/Head of Operations, Skyports (confirmed)
Description:
This forum will open-up discussions on urban air mobility with the leading eVTOL suppliers including eHang, AutoFlight and Aerofugia and sky terminal suppliers, such as Skyports. This transformative movement is expected to redefine urban transportation, and the forum will convene experts to devise safe and efficient integration strategies for air mobility into urban transportation networks.
Time
STE Conference Program – Nov. 6th (preliminary as of Jul 22, subject to change)
10:00-12:30
STE Conference Co-Chairs:
Velis. Eleftheriou, Strategic Account Lead – Airport Intelligence CDMTotal (confirmed)
Mark Cosgrove, Managing Director Asia-Pacific, Pro-Aktiv Singapore (confirmed)
10:05-10:20
Keynote Interview: Wilson Kwong, HACTL (English language)
Moderated by Karen Walker, Editor-in-Chief Air Transport World
10:20-11:00
Elevating Efficiency: Innovations and Challenges in Air Cargo and Terminal Ground Handling in Asia (English/ Chinese language)
Moderator: Chen Chuanren (Air Transport World)
Panel
Paul Cheng, Executive Director – Operations HACTL (confirmed)
Professor CAO Yunchun, Director of CAUC (confirmed)
Ms Cissy Chan, Executive Director Commercial, Airport Authority Hong Kong (confirmed)
Dave West, VP of Cargo, IBS software (confirmed)
Description: Evaluate the air cargo development strategies that reflect the long-term potential and explore the opportunities and challenges to develop a comprehensive air cargo ecosystem. Evaluate strategic options and discuss factors that could affect airports’ air cargo performance and competitiveness.
11:00-11:30
Expo Visit & Networking/ Coffee Break
11:30-12:15
The Future of Digitized Services for Low-Cost Carriers at New Airports: A Dialogue with Industry Leaders (English/ Chinse language)
Moderator: Mr Paul Burton, Aviation Week Network
Panel
Mr Zhang Wuan, VP Spring Airlines (confirmed)
Guangdong Province Airport Group (invited)
York Schilling, China Aviation Service Limited (invited)
Description: this panel discusses how to streamline Security and Boarding Processes, how to collaborate with airport authorities to integrate advanced security screening technologies and expedite boarding processes. Enhanced In-Flight Connectivity and travel experience for passengers? Providing passengers with up-to-date flight status, gate changes, and other essential information via mobile apps and digital displays.
12:15-12:30
Showcase of China’s Zhengzhou Aerotropolis (Chinese language)
Mr. Guo Peng , Deputy Director General, Zhengzhou Airport Economic Zone (confirmed)
12:30-14:00
Expo Visit & Networking / Lunch Break
14:00-17:30
STE Conference Co-Chairs:
Velis. Eleftheriou, Strategic Account Lead – Airport Intelligence CDMTotal (conf.)
TBC
14:00-14:30
Intermodal Innovators: Pioneering Excellence in Logistics and Infrastructure (Chinese language)
Moderator: Chen Chuanren, Aviation Week Network
Panel
China Aviation Service Limited (invited)
Lucy Zhou, CFO Jardine Construction Company (invited)
James Wong, Partner and Lead for Logistics and Infrastructure Practice McKinsey (conf.)
China Eastern Group (CEA Logistics Co.) (invited)
Description:
This panel is about intermodal innovations in logistics and infrastructure, sharing insights from an air cargo terminal service provider, advice from a construction company, embedded into McKinsey’s experiences. Potential challenges and future trends will be discussed.
14:30-14:45
Expert presentation: TBC
14:45-15:15
Expo Visit & Networking / Coffee Break
15:15-16:00
Airport management and future standards (English language)
Moderator: Paul Burton, Aviation Week Network
Panel
Raphael Guillet, Chief of Regional Sub Office, ICAO Asia and Pacific Office (confirmed)
Dr. Betty Xu, Director SESEC (confirmed)
Sajin Mohamed, Collins Aerospace (confirmed)
Description: Representatives from two different international standards organizations ICAO and CENELEC share how they work to develop harmonized standards and promote the adaption of their respective global standards. While CENELEC’s focus is on electrical and electronic engineering standards, ICAO’s domain is fully dedicated to aviation safety and air navigation standards. This panel dives deep into discussing necessary safety standards for crowded airspace, especially in the Greater Bay Area, and how airport systems can provide reliability for safe passenger journeys and air traffic flows.
16:00-16:15
Showcase: Airport (Chinese language)
TBC
16:15-17:00
Decarbonizing Strategies and Technology for Airports (English language)
Moderator: David Casey, Editor-in-Chief, Routes UK
Panel
Foster + Partners (invited)
Groupe ADP (invited)
Boeing (invited)
Description:
how to reach zero carbon by 2035? Energy savings in utilizing different designs and new equipment at airports. Implementing energy-efficient building designs and technologies throughout the airport terminals and facilities. Collaborating with airlines, air traffic control, and other stakeholders to optimize flight operations and reduce fuel consumption. Engaging passengers and the local community to promote sustainable travel behavioiurs+environmental awareness.
17:00
STE Conference DAY 2 END
Time
STE Conference Program (preliminary, subject to change)
10:00-12:30
STE Conference Co-Chairs: TBC
10:05-10:20
Expert presentation TBC
10:20-10:45
Leadership Panel: Presenting Innovative Designs to increase passenger terminal efficiency (English language)
Moderator: Silas Chiow, Association of American Architects (invited)
Panel
Gensler USA (invited)
Foster + Partners (invited)
Lucy Zhou, CFO Jardine Construction Company (invited)
Description:
New airports already plan different designs to target zero emission. This panel discusses innovative designs for airport terminals in Southeast Asia.
10:45-11:15
Best Practice for Air Operations Centre’s (English language)
Moderator: Aviation Week Network
Panel
Velis. Eleftheriou, Strategic Account Lead – Airport Intelligence CDMTotal (conf.)
China Aviation Service Limited (invited)
Description:
This panel will discuss digitization at airport terminals including the best practice for air operations centres.
11:15-11:30
Expo Visit & Networking / Coffee Break
11:30-12:00
From Classroom to Boardroom: Exploring Career Dynamics with Experts (English language)
Moderator: Mark Cosgrove, Proaktiv Singapore
Panel
Description: how can leadership help to attract and retain talents?
12:00-12:30
Expert presentation TBC
12:30-14:00
Expo Visit & Networking / Lunch Break
14:00-14:30
Finance opportunities to integrate SAF at Airports (English language)
Moderator: Aviation Week Network / Air Transport World
Panel
Johnny Lau, Chief Consultant, PwC Aviation Business Services (invited)
Description: How can airports cater for future blended fuel requirements? Where can fuels be blended? SAF Fuel collection is a crucial logistical challenge, as well as a financial one. This panel will discuss financial opportunities.
14:30-14:45
Expert presentation TBC
14:45-15:00
TBC – Closing remarks
15:00
STE Conference DAY 3 END
