23 May 2025     Ekali – Greece

As tourism continues to surge globally, with major destinations across Europe and beyond experiencing exponential growth, the aviation industry faces mounting challenges. Airports and airlines are under pressure to effectively manage increasing passenger flows, enhance the travel experience, and reduce operational costs – all while striving to meet sustainability goals and minimize their carbon footprint.

The Digi Aviation Discussion Forum will provide a platform for thought leaders, industry experts, and technology innovators to come together and discuss cutting-edge solutions that can help the aviation sector address these critical issues. The event will focus on the role of digital technologies in optimizing airport and airline operations, improving passenger experiences, and driving efficiencies that contribute to sustainable aviation practices.

Key Topics to Be Addressed:

• Smart Airports:

Utilizing loT, big data, and blockchain technologies to streamline operations and reduce costs.

• Passenger Experience Innovations:

Implementing biometric boarding, personalized services, and real-time communication to elevate the travel experience.

• Digital Transformation in Aviation:

Leveraging Al, machine learning, and other digital technologies to optimize operations and enhance safety.

• Sustainable Aviation Solutions:

Advancements in sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs), electric and hybrid aircraft, and eco-friendly airport

10:00 Welcome coffee and family picture

10:40 Welcome address

Dr Kostas Iatrou, Director General, Hermes – Air Transport Organisation

10:45 Setting the scene

Theodore Koumelis, Co-Founder & Managing Director, TravelDailyNews

11:00 Master in Air Transport Business Administration (MATBA) Presentation 

Dr Kostas Iatrou, Director General, Hermes – Air Transport Organisation

11:10 Keynote Presentation – Digital identity Wallets and fast check-out customer experience for the transportation and hospitality industries (ferry, aviation, hotels and beyond)

Petros Kavassalis, Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, University of the Aegean, Greece

11:40 Leadership panel  

Moderators: Dr Kostas Iatrou, Director General, Hermes – Air Transport Organisation & Theodore Koumelis, Co-Founder & Managing Director, TravelDailyNews

-Petros Kavassalis, Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, University of the Aegean, Greece

-Barış Fındık, CTO, Pegasus Airlines

-John Theophilos, ITT Head, Fraport Greece

13:30 Farewell lunch 

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