Routes World 2026
Frankfurt, Germany
• 21 – 23 October 2026
Conference Programme
The Routes World 2026 Conference Programme will bring together airline CEOs, network planners and airport leaders to discuss how airline route networks are evolving in a rapidly changing global environment.
With global passenger numbers projected to exceed 5.2 billion in 2026, sessions will focus on network resilience, fleet and capacity planning, hub strategy and long-haul route development, particularly as Europe-Asia traffic flows are reshaped by geopolitical uncertainty and higher operating costs. The programme will also explore how new-generation aircraft and evolving aircraft technology are changing route economics, enabling new long-haul services and opening opportunities for secondary cities. In addition, sessions will cover growth markets, airport infrastructure investment, tourism development, airline–airport partnerships and sustainability.
Previous Speakers
Ronald Lam
CEO, Cathay Group
Majid Khan
CEO, Saudi Air Connectivity Program
Vicki Jaramillo
Chief Commercial Officer, Orlando International Airport
Stephen Smart
Head of Communications, Vancouver International Airport- Aidan Mooney
Vice President Consulting, ASM Global Route Development 
Claudia Longo
Head of Marketing & Strategy and Program Coordinator, Milano & Partners
Edward Russell
Aviation and Transport Journalist
Ignacio Pedro Bosch
Vice President - Commercial Strategy Network and Partnership, Oman Air
Trevor Chong
Divisional Vice President Route Planning, Emirates
Philipe Karat
Head of Transportation, Visit Brasil
The full Routes World 2026 conference programme will be available soon. View the full event programme to find out what else is happening at the event.