Arab Aviation Summit to ‘explore future of travel'

The 2024 edition of the Arab Aviation Summit (AAS), the region’s leading aviation and tourism industry event, will be held in Ras Al Khaimah from February 27 to 28 under the theme, ‘Exploring The Future of Travel’. In its 11th edition, the annual summit, hosted in collaboration with Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), aims to catalyse global change, drive innovation, investment, sustainability, and enhance passenger experiences in the industry, said a statement. Industry leaders, policymakers, experts, and innovators will converge at AAS to share knowledge, forge partnerships, and set new benchmarks to shape the future of the regional and global aviation and travel industry. Innovative insights will be offered on the digital revolution reshaping the sector with a focus on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in aviation and tourism. Showcasing the industry's commitment to a greener future, discussions will also revolve around ESG considerations, reducing carbon emissions, and the adoption of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). Featuring a line-up of interactive panel discussions and inspiring keynote addresses in addition to various workshops and exhibitions, the annual summit promises to redefine the concepts of destinations and passenger experiences as industry leaders discuss evolving consumer expectations and how businesses can adapt, alongside actionable strategies to nurture talent and leadership in a rapidly changing environment, the statement said.<br/>