Cluj International Airport was the host of the third edition of the Regional Air Transport Conference dedicated to "Challenges in Regional Development and Infrastructure"
Cluj-Napoca, September 6, 2024: International Airport Avram Iancu Cluj was honored to host the third edition of the regional aviation conference ,,2024 Regional Air Transport Conference – Regional development and infrastructure challenges", in collaboration with the platform ATN – Air Transport News, specialized in organizing prestigious aviation conferences, on a European level.
The event brought together, in a one-day conference held at the airport, renowned experts from the international civil aviation industry, representatives of the relevant national authorities and directors of airlines and airports from Europe and Romania.
Among the speakers present at this event were: Mr Catalin Radu – Director General, Aviation Administration, Kazakhstan, Mr Honor Dedekoylü Commercial Director, Pegasus Airlines, Mr Glyn Hughes – Director General, International Association of Cargo Carriers (en. TIACA), Mr Costin Iordache – Director General, TAROM, Mr Petros Kavassalis – Associate Professor and Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, University of the Aegean and Mr David Ciceo General Manager, Cluj International Airport, with Mr. as moderator Kostas Iatrou CEO, Air Transport News
Main themes discussed at the conference were those related to challenges and opportunities in regional air transport, such as infrastructure development, regulations and their impact on regional operations, environmental sustainability, technological innovations in aviation and other essential aspects for the future of the regional aviation industry.
Hosting this conference highlights Cluj International Airport's important role for air transport in the region, highlighting its commitment to innovation, sustainability and collaboration between aviation stakeholders and promoting sustainable and efficient aviation practices.
During the conference, the Regional Air Transport Conference awards ceremony for 2024 took place, and they were awarded to the following winners:
· Mr. Glyn Hughes – the prize Regional Air Transport Awards – 2024 Organization Award - to TIACA (The International Air Cargo Association)
· Mr. Cătălin Radu, Director General, Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan – award Regional Air Transport Awards – 2024 Individual Award
· Mr. Onur Dedekoylü, Commercial Director, Pegasus Airlines – the award Regional Air Transport Awards – 2024 Corporate Award Pegasus Airlines
2024 Regional Air Transport Conference is an essential platform for debates on the future of air transport, focusing on improving connectivity and regional development in Central and Eastern Europe.
The conference provided a unique opportunity for participants to explore new growth strategies, share best practices and address emerging challenges that will contribute to the transformation of regional air transport. The conference was also an opportunity to create strategic partnerships and identify trends that will define the future of the regional air sector.
At the end of the conference, a classical music concert was organized, with the theme "Greek evening". The concert took place in the Studio Hall of the Cluj Hungarian State Theater supported by Evgenia Votanopoulou (piano), Nina Patrikidou (violin) and Gianis Iatrou (violin). This musical evening perfectly complemented the atmosphere of collaboration and exchange of ideas created throughout the conference, leaving attendees with fond memories and new perspectives on the connection between culture and industry.
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