Citation
(2006), "Diary", Strategic Direction, Vol. 22 No. 6. https://doi.org/10.1108/sd.2006.05622fac.001
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2006, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Diary
23-26 April 2006, San Diego, California, USA
The 78th Annual AAAE Conference and Expo attendance boasts over 3,000 airport and aviation professionals including airport executives; airport and aviation suppliers and vendors; airline personnel and representatives from FAA, TSA and DHS. Four days of discussions revolving around the current state of affairs of the airport industry will be supplemented by an exhibit hall with over 250 vendors ready to assist the industry’s challenges with their products and services.
Contact: aaaemeetings@aaae.org Web site: www.aaae.org/ products/_ 850_Annual_ 2006/index.html
5th Annual European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition
3-5 May 2006, Geneva, Switzerland
Close to 250 exhibiting companies and 40 aircraft will be present for direct questions and product comparisons. New business aircraft manufacturers, avionics firms, handling organizations, fractional providers, charter/lease companies and previously titled aircraft resellers will display their wares. EBACE provides a highly effective venue for examining state-of-the-art equipment first hand. Attendees have the opportunity to speak directly to EASA, Eurocontrol, European Commission and FAA representatives. And, EBACE introduces prospective operators to the direct economic benefits of business aviation.
Contact: Ms Darcy Christiansen, info-eu@ebace.aero, Web site: www.ebace.aero
The Low Cost Air Transport Summit
12-13 June 2006, London, UK
The Low Cost Air Transport Summit takes place during a period when the low cost industry is in high-growth mode, and where the rewards on offer attract fierce competition as well as the watchful eye of the regulators. Furthermore, a restructuring legacy sector is eager to capitalise on the growth which successful newcomers have experienced.
These dual challenges of competition and regulation force key issues to be tackled, and themes which this event will address include:
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How should low cost carriers compete in what is fast becoming a commoditised market?
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Is product and brand differentiation now necessary to boost future growth and expansion?
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How much scope remains for carriers to pursue greater cost-efficiency savings?
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What steps should low cost carriers take to establish a greater political voice?
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Which forces are shaping the growth of low cost air transport in emerging global markets?
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How will the industry develop as carriers consolidate to ensure future strength?
Confirmed speakers include:
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Hannes Smarason, Chief Executive, FL Group;
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Jim Callaghan, Head of Regulatory Affairs, Ryanair;
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Daniel Calleja-Crespo, Director, Air Transport, European Commission;
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Jim French, Chief Executive, FlyBe;
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Gary Rogliano, Chief Executive, Maxjet;
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Donna Conover, Executive Vice President, Southwest Airlines;
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Andreas Bierwirth, Chief Executive, Germanwings;
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Onno van den Brink, Chief Executive, Transavia;
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Gidon Novick, Chief Executive, Kulula;
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Sanjay Kumar, General Manager, Spicejet;
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G.R. Gopinath, Managing Director, Air Deccan;
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David Evans, Managing Director, BA Connect;
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Peter Wojahn, Managing Director, DBA;
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Stefan Vilner, Vice President, Commercial, Sterling;
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Jason Bitter, Chief Operating Officer, SkyEurope;
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Arne Haak, Vice President, Finance, Airtran;
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Brian Pearce, Chief Economist, IATA; and
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Chris Avery, Head of the European Airlines & Aerospace Team, JP Morgan;
Contact: Adam Schaffer on +44 (0) 20 7490 2296. Web site: www.marketforce.eu.com/lowcost
SpeedNews 11th Regional & Corporate Aviation Industry Suppliers Conference
5-7 November 2006, Palm Springs (CA), USA
This conference is designed for decision-makers, strategists and analysts. Regional and Corporate aircraft and engine manufacturers will present status reports on their various programs, and industry experts will offer delivery and retirement forecasts, review financial status of the airlines, and analyze the condition of the industry; maintenance and subcontractor issues will also be addressed. Attendees can update their business plans based on these presentations.
Contact: speednews@aol.com Web site: www.speednews.com/Conference/ conference.html