Aaron Heslehurst who will be lead moderater and chairman of this years World Routes Strategy Summit, 6 - 8 October speaks to Routesonline about perhaps one of the hottest topics in aviation at the moment (considering the ongoing developments concerning American Airways and US Airways) - Mega Mergers.

Key Issues & Discussions

• When is the right time to undertake a Mega Merger?
• What are the real savings?
• How do you choose your partner?
• How far will consolidation continue in the global aviation industry?

Who's on the Panel?

• Estuardo Ortiz, Executive Vice President & COO, AviancaTaca
• John Shepley, Senior Vice President - Network Management, Etihad Airways
• Christopher Mueller, Chief Executive Officer, Aer Lingus

The World Routes Strategy Summit held in partnership with ICAO and the World Bank and sponsored by Oman Airports Management Company (OAMC), will take place on 6th & 7th October and will provide a unique snapshot into route development as leaders from across the industry including airlines, airports, governments, network planning, travel and tourism, air cargo and economic development agencies meet to participate in discussions that will set the commercial and political agenda for the industry.

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