IATA announces AirportIS Forum in Frankfurt
IATA - Annual AirportIS Forum to convene airports and destinations in Frankfurt
Turning passenger traffic insight into smarter route decisions
Every successful route starts with insight.
Behind every new connection, investment, and partnership lies a clear understanding of passenger flows and market dynamics. Passenger traffic intelligence enables airports and destinations to identify opportunities, align stakeholders, and support air service development strategies with confidence.
Taking place on 20 October 2026 in Frankfurt, ahead of Routes World 2026, the IATA AirportIS Forum brings together airports, tourism organizations, destinations, and air service development professionals for a focused, one-day exchange on how passenger traffic intelligence can be applied to real-world decision-making.
Held annually ahead of Routes events, the AirportIS Forum has become a dedicated gathering for professionals looking to better understand demand, uncover market potential, and strengthen route development strategies through data-driven insights.
The Forum will feature practical case studies, industry perspectives, and discussions with organizations actively using passenger traffic intelligence to support growth and connectivity objectives.
Through expert sessions, peer discussion, and real-world examples, participants will explore how passenger traffic intelligence can be used to:
- Identify new route opportunities and priority markets
- Build stronger business cases for airline engagement
- Support investment, policy, and connectivity decisions with evidence-based insights
- Align airports, airlines, destinations, and stakeholders around a shared view of market potential
- Better understand passenger demand and travel patterns
Participants will also receive an update on the latest AirportIS enhancements and have the opportunity to exchange ideas with industry peers facing similar challenges and opportunities.
Whether you are an experienced AirportIS user or exploring passenger traffic intelligence for the first time, the AirportIS Forum offers practical insights, inspiration, and valuable connections ahead of the conversations that continue at Routes World.
Participation is free, but places are limited.