Aviation and Tourism: Challenges and opportunities
26 June 2026 – Elivi Hotel, Skiathos, Greece
09:30-13:00
Air transport and tourism and structurally interdependent; the demand for air transport is of derived nature essentially depending on leisure, business and other tourism activities taking place in situ. Tourism it is now strongly rebounding, sustainability and resilience prove of major importance for tourism destinations and this is also inevitably related to air transport strategies and operations. This year’s Summer Aviation Forum will bring together leaders of the aviation sector to discuss the future of air transport and tourism in the new era and how to navigate emerging geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
09:30 Welcome Address
Dr Kostas Iatrou, CEO, ATN – Air Transport News & Director General, Hermes – Air Transport Organisation*
09:40 Keynote Address
Alexander Zinell, CEO, Fraport Greece*
10:00 Industry Outlook
Michal Nowak, VP, Embraer
10:15 Master in Air Transport Business Administration (MATBA) Presentation
Dr Kostas Iatrou, Chair, Industry Board, MATBA*
10:30 Networking break
11:00 Leaders session
Moderator: Dr Michael Kerkloh, Board Member*
-Mehmet Nane, Chairperson, Pegasus Airlines*
-Fadimatou Noutchemo Simo, President, YAAPA*
-Michal Nowak, VP, Embraer
12:40 2026 Aviation & Tourism Award Ceremony
-Connectivity Award
-Corporate Award
-Organisation Award
-Leader Award
13:00 Cocktail Reception
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