Leading Airline Executives to Speak at the Upcoming WAF 2025
The World Aviation Festival (WAF) 2025 will showcase a lineup of CEOs from major airlines and airports, sharing insights on the future of aviation.
Leading Airline Executives to Speak at the Upcoming WAF 2025
World Aviation Festival (WAF), the leading aviation technology event globally, is set for October 7-9, 2025 at FIL in Lisbon. The event will feature the CEOs of several major airlines and airports, who will reveal their insights on the evolving landscape of commercial aviation.
The festival will host over 600 speakers and expects more than 4,500 aviation professionals in attendance, with discussions focused on advancements in AI, digital transformation, customer experience, airline retail, and sustainability.
Daniel Boyle, the GM of Transport at event organizer Terrapinn, remarked:
“From airline CEOs and airport visionaries to digital innovators and sustainability leaders, this year’s WAF program is our most ambitious yet. It’s a rare opportunity to hear from the people leading the biggest shifts in aviation today – those driving strategy, deploying new tech, and setting the pace for global aviation.”
This Year’s Speaker Roster Includes:
- Willie Walsh, Director General of IATA
- Luís Rodrigues, Chairman and CEO of TAP Air Portugal
- Yvonne Makolo, CEO of RwandAir
- Luis Gallego, CEO of IAG
- Ricky Smith, General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Theo Panagiotoulias, CEO of Star Alliance
- Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports Company
- Carolina Martinoli, President and CEO of Vueling
- Vivian Cheung, CEO of Hong Kong International Airport
The festival will also feature 16 conference tracks that emphasize innovations and actionable solutions for airlines, airports, and travel tech providers, alongside 400+ exhibitors, live demonstrations, and dedicated networking opportunities.
