Routes Europe 2026

Rimini, Italy
• 18 – 20 May 2026

Define European air connectivity

Routes Europe 2026 will bring together a qualified audience of route development decision-makers from across the region and beyond.

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Explore more of Rimini

Aperitif on the beach, dinner on the seashore and new sport activities are just some of the activities Routes Europe delegates can enjoy.

The city offers a perfect blend of historical sites, cultural attractions, and modern entertainment.

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Forge important business connections

A must attend event for those looking to connect with influential network planners and expand their route network.

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A venue for accelerating business opportunities

The Palacongressi is one of Europe’s largest and most innovative, stylish, eco-friendly venues.

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Why Rimini and Emilia-Romagna Region?

Rimini is a dynamic, open, easily accessible and technologically advanced city that has been renowned as one of Europe's leading leisure tourism destinations since the 1960s.

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Conference Programme Speakers

Ian Malin

Chief Commercial Officer, Wizz Air

Ian joined Wizz Air in 2022 as Chief Commercial Officer and has since played a pivotal role in enhancing the airline's financial discipline, refining decision-making frameworks, and supporting long-term strategic planning.

Prior to joining Wizz Air, Ian accumulated over 25 years of experience in aviation, finance, and commercial leadership. His career includes senior positions such as Chief Strategy & Commercial Officer at Unical Aviation, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Investment Officer, and Treasurer at AJW Group, and Senior Vice President at Seabury Aviation & Aerospace.

Ian began his career in finance roles at Allco Finance Group and KPMG. He holds a Juris Doctor degree from New York Law School and a dual Bachelor of Arts in German Studies and Geography from Middlebury College.

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Eszter Rozsahegyi

Head of Airport Development for West and South, Wizz Air

Eszter Rozsahegyi currently holds the role of Head of Airport Development for West and South at the Wizz Air Group. She joined the company in 2015 and has since held various positions in Ground Operations, Strategic Procurement, Airport Development, and OCC. In January 2025, she was promoted to her current role, where she oversees aviation business development, airport and tourism board relationships, and airport cost strategy and budget management for a fleet of over 140 aircraft of Wizz Air’s 260-aircraft fleet. Prior to joining Wizz Air, Eszter worked in various roles at Menzies Aviation. Eszter has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English studies from Pazmany Peter Catholic University of Hungary and a diploma in Executive Leadership from the University of Oxford.

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Jamil Sadegholvaad

Mayor, City of Rimini

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Michele De Pascale

President, Emilia-Romagna Region

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Federico Pedini Amati

Secretary of State for Tourism, Postal Affairs, Cooperation and Expo, Republic of San Marino

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Andras Szabo

Network Officer East, Wizz Air

Andras Szabo joined Wizz Air in 2016 and currently holds the position of Network Officer, overseeing the Group's Network strategy and development, Scheduling, Slots and Airport development functions. During his tenure at Wizz Air he held various commercial and financial roles, including Head of Fleet Acquisition and Head of Network. Before joining Wizz Air he gained experience at Deloitte Central Europe in the fields of M&A Advisory and Corporate finance. Mr. Szabo holds a Master's degree in Finance, as well as Bachelor's degrees in International Relations and in International Business, each from Corvinus University of Budapest.

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Tomislav Lang

Founder/CEO, VINI

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Steven Small

Vice President Air Transport Events, Routes, CAPA & GAD

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