CAPA Airline Leader Summit, the biggest regional aviation event of the year, is set to open in Brisbane

CAPA Airline Leader Summit, the biggest regional aviation event of the year, is set to open in Brisbane

The biggest regional aviation event of the year, the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific, is set to open in Brisbane tomorrow night with a welcome reception at the new Sky Deck, The Star, before the main two-day event starts on Thursday.

Featuring a blend of presentations, panel discussions and audience-led Q&A sessions, it is a major regional aviation event that will also feature CAPA’s industry knowledge and market analysis.

CAPA – Centre for Aviation (CAPA), part of Aviation Week Network – is the leading provider of independent aviation market intelligence, analysis and data services covering worldwide developments.

The summit will present various interview opportunities with the region’s leading airline executives who will gather at the new Star, Brisbane at Queens St Wharf.

Brisbane Airport, CEO, Gert-Jan de Graaff will also reveal a new announcement that is set to change the shape of Brisbane aviation.

Feature image: Brisbane Airport CEO Gert-Jan de Graaff at the 2023 CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific.

The CAPA event is on at the newly launched The Star Brisbane.

Key speakers featuring on Day 1 include:

  • Air India, CEO & MD, Campbell Wilson
  • Qantas Group, Qantas International CEO, Cam Wallace
  • Thai International Airways, Commercial Advisor to CEO, Otto Gergye
  • Air New Zealand, Chief Customer Sales Officer, Leanne Geraghty
  • VietJet Air, Member of Board, Chu Viet Cuong
  • Brisbane Airport, CEO, Get-Jan de Graff
  • Delta Air Lines, Vice President APAC, Jeff Moomaw
  • Virgin Australia, Chief Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Officer, Christian Bennett
  • Nauru Airlines, CEO, Brett Gebers
  • Cathay Pacific, Vice President Customer Travel & Lifestyle, Tom Kennedy
  • Air New Zealand, Chief Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer, Kiri Hannifin

Key speakers featuring on Day 2 with many more:

  • Virgin Australia, CEO, Jayne Hrdlicka
  • Queensland Government, Minister for Tourism & Sport, Michael Healy
  • Tourism & Transport Forum Australia Limited, CEO, Margy Osmond
  • Brisbane Economic Development Agency, Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Ryan

Important content panel discussions include:

Exclusive Airline Leader Interviews

A highlight of CAPA summits, attendees will gain access to some of the industry’s biggest names. Hear from Qantas Group, International CEO, Cam Wallace; Air India, CEO, Campbell Wilson; and Delta Air Lines, Vice President, APAC, Jeff Moomaw and Virgin Australia, CEO, Jayne Hrdlicka.

Virgin Australia’s Strategic Vision and Leadership in Australian Aviation

In a CAPA exclusive, sit down with multiple executives from Virgin Australia to hear their take on recovery, market analysis and the future strategy for the carrier.

Advancing Australian Aviation through Policies, Partnerships, and Progress

With a focus on policies, partnerships, and proactive measures, this panel aims to delve into the strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts required to navigate the evolving landscape of aviation in Australia.

Aviation sustainability – how is the industry moving from intention to transition?

This panel aims to unlock the key changes needed to be made from the industry to meet growing demands from customers, governments, and others to accelerate its transition to a low-carbon future.

Stay in touch with CAPA Event App 

Those registered for the summit have access to the CAPA Events app.

For Android users please access the app via the link:  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.centreforaviation.events

For Apple users please access the app via the link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/capa-events/id6480090598

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