Aviation-Event 2026 Germany

Luftverkehrsgipfel Deutschland

Welcome to Frankfurt am Main,

Aviation-Event 2026 Germany: Shaping the Future of Global Air Transport at the House of Logistics and Mobility

Frankfurt am Main (short: Frankfurt) is one of the world’s leading aviation hubs and a key gateway to global connectivity.

Frankfurt Airport, Europe’s busiest cargo hub with 1,497,561 tonnes of air freight in the first nine months of 2025, and one of the leading international passenger airports with 47,578,063 passengers in the same period, stands for aviation excellence. With direct connections to nearly 300 destinations worldwide, Frankfurt offers exceptional accessibility for industry leaders and professionals from all global regions.

Frankfurt Airport serves as a major intercontinental hub, enabling seamless travel for participants from Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond. Located in the heart of Europe, Frankfurt is an ideal meeting point for international business and aviation experts. The region hosts leading aviation companies, research institutions, and technology pioneers, making it a centre of innovation and sustainability in the aviation sector.

Building on this strong foundation, Aviation-Event, in cooperation with Frankfurt Business Development, presents Aviation-Event 2026 Germany (Luftverkehrsgipfel Deutschland). The event will take place on 3 February 2026 at HOLM (House of Logistics and Mobility) in Frankfurt.

As Germany’s financial centre, Frankfurt combines economic strength with a dynamic business environment that fosters collaboration and growth. Beyond the event, the city offers a vibrant cultural scene, world-class dining, and impressive architecture ranging from historic landmarks to striking modern skyscrapers.

Navigating Change in a Transforming Global Aviation Landscape

The global aviation industry is undergoing profound transformation.

Rising demand for sustainable air travel, rapid digitalisation, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and evolving passenger expectations are reshaping how airlines, airports, and service providers operate. At the same time, the sector faces significant challenges, including decarbonisation, supply-chain complexity, workforce development, and the need for resilient infrastructure.

Against this backdrop, Aviation-Event 2026 Germany brings together key stakeholders to discuss solutions, share best practices, and shape a more sustainable, innovative, and future-ready aviation ecosystem. Held in one of Europe’s most influential aviation regions, the event provides a timely platform for global dialogue and strategic collaboration.

Speaker

Manfred Pentz
Minister for Federal & European Affairs, State of Hesse
Stefan Schnorr
State Secretary, Federal Ministry for Transport
Stephanie Wüst
Deputy Mayor, City of Frankfurt am Main
Ivan Bassato
Chief Aviation Officer, Rome Airports (FCO/CIA)
David Carlisle
VP Network Planning & Partnerships, Condor
Mete Erna
COO, TAV Airport Holding
Marc Oedekoven
Managing Partner, KIBIX Logistics
Alexander Laukenmann
Senior Executive Vice President Aviation, Fraport AG
Laila Odina
CEO, Riga Airport (RIX)
Jiri Pos
CEO, Prague Airport (PRG)
Julian Jäger
Joint CEO & COO, Vienna Airport (VIE)
Daniel Bircher
Managing Director, Zurich Airport International
Raoul Spanger
Co-CEO, Gebr. Heinemann
Matthew Jennings
Principal, Klein/Johnson Group
David Ciceo
CEO, Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
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Agenda

10:30 — Registration
11:00 — Grand Opening Session
Topic: Is Europe Losing Competitiveness in Air Transport?
How can the State of Hesse maintain its global positioning?
Opening by Manfred Pentz.
11:15 — Grand Opening Session
Topic: Keynote of German Federal Government
Speaker: Stefan Schnorr.
11:30 — International Noontime Media Kickoff
Speakers: Ivan Bassato, David Carlisle, Mete Erna, Marc Oedekoven.
Moderator: Marcel Riwalsky.
12:15 — Kick Off Lunch
13:15 — Conference Opening
Topic: The relevance of the aviation industry for Frankfurt am Main as business location
Speaker: Stephanie Wüst.
13:30 — AIRPORT Talks
Topic: What’s next for the Global Airport and Airline Model?
Speakers: Alexander Laukenmann, Laila Odina, Jiri Pos, Daniel Bircher, Julian Jäger, Raoul Spanger.
Moderator: Miquel Ros.
14:35 — Moderated Talk
Topic: Rising airport challenges, changing traveller expectations and how to deal with
Speakers: Lucio Rossetto, Lars Redelix.
Moderator: Rüdiger Kiani-Kreß.
15:00 — Coffee Break
15:30 — Moderated Interview
Topic: Can European Airports & Airlines Compete on Uneven Ground?
Speakers: Matthew Jennings.
Moderator: Raphael Meulders.
16:10 — European Top Talks
Topic: How Do We Level the Playing Field in Europe?
Speakers: Catrin Mattson, Massimo Di Perna, Ian Malin, Stephan Erler.
Moderator: Luc Citrinot.
17:00 — Innovation Talks
Topic: Can Innovation Cut Through Regulation?
Speakers: Thomas Jessberger, Jürgen Krumtünger, Richard Maslen, Dietmar Schneider.
Moderator: Christoph Martin Madsen.
19:00 — VIP Evening Reception
Change of location to downtown Frankfurt
20:00 — Evening Keynote
Topic: What Political Will Does Aviation Need Now?
Speakers: Peter Baumgartner, Marcel Pouchain Meyer.
20:20 — Award Session
20:30 — Closing
Speaker: David Ciceo.
20:45 — Networking
23:00 — End of Event

Location

House of Logistics & Mobility (HOLM)

The House of Logistics & Mobility (HOLM) is located in Frankfurt’s Gateway Gardens district, directly adjacent to Frankfurt Airport. HOLM serves as a leading innovation hub for mobility, logistics, aviation, and future technologies. Its modern architecture and excellent accessibility make it an ideal venue for high-level conferences and international events.

HOLM Gateway Gardens Exterior
HOLM Interior

How to Get There – Google Maps

Aviation-Event is the leading platform for aviation conferencing and social media communication

The Conference

Aviation-Event invites since 2007 business leaders from the aviation industry and politics to the annual conference to discuss current topics and find solutions for issues the aviation industry is concerned about. We are giving aviation professionals, aviation experts and top decision makers out of the aviation industry access to all aspects of the industry.

Locations

The venue at airports is the perfect location for a substantial dialogue and meeting point for business leaders from the aviation industry, politics and every compony willing to gain access to the aviation sector. Meet decision makers to discuss new business models and to connect with aviation people.

New Challenges

Aviation-Event is a well known and recommended platform. It offers exclusive and personal contacts with a dialogue on eye-level. Up to 200 decision makers and more than 30 Speakers come together at the Hub of the industry. Aviation-Event 2018 will be at Düsseldorf airport on June 21st. The topic: “New challenges for global aviation industry –  new global players upcoming?“

Specials

Aviation-Event special pics up a variety of topics which we give closer insight on. In a smaller atmosphere of about 50 participants and a panel discussion to a special topic allows us to focus more on one issue. The networking after makes the event unique and perfect to place a topic within the aviation industry.