Airports Conference of the Americas

8:30 a.m. -5 p.m.

9-9:30 a.m.

9:30-10:15 a.m.

Gain insights from top aviation leaders as they discuss the key trends shaping the future of airports and airlines across the Americas. This roundtable will explore how the industry is adapting to evolving passenger expectations, trade patterns, sustainability demands, and digital transformation, while also addressing strategies for enhanced collaboration between stakeholders.

10:15-10:45 a.m.

As a key aviation hub in South America, Lima plays a vital role in connecting regional trade, tourism, and cargo flows with North America, Asia, and beyond. This session will explore how infrastructure investments, regulatory frameworks, and airline partnerships can further enhance Lima’s position as a strategic connector in the Americas, while identifying lessons that can be applied to other regional hubs.

10:45-11:05 a.m.

11:05-11:50 a.m.

As air transport liberalization progresses across the Americas, this session will examine how open skies agreements and regulatory changes are reshaping market access, competition, and infrastructure investment. Industry leaders will discuss key policy challenges, operational barriers, and opportunities for greater connectivity and economic growth throughout the region.

11:50 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Smaller and regional airports play a critical role in enhancing connectivity and economic development. This session will explore successful decentralization strategies, public-private partnerships, and infrastructure investments that enable smaller airports to attract airlines, integrate with multimodal networks, and serve as economic hubs for their regions.

12:40-1:50 p.m.

1:50-2:30 p.m.

In an era of global supply chain volatility, airports must develop resilient procurement strategies and logistical solutions to ensure continuity in operations. This session will focus on how airports can mitigate supply chain risks, strengthen collaboration with airlines and cargo operators, and integrate technology-driven solutions for greater flexibility and efficiency.

2:30-3:20 p.m.

With air travel demand increasing across emerging markets, airports must prepare for capacity expansion while maintaining efficiency and sustainability. This session will highlight key infrastructure investments, international partnerships, and strategic planning approaches that enable airports to scale operations and accommodate future growth.

3:20-3:40 p.m.

3:40-4:15 p.m.

Aviation serves as a key driver of economic and social development by facilitating trade, tourism, and connectivity. This session will examine how airports, airlines, and policymakers can work together to maximize the economic benefits of air transport, improve accessibility, and enhance long-term regional growth.

4:15-5 p.m.

Tourism is a key driver of economic growth across the Americas, and airports play a central role in facilitating visitor arrivals, enhancing destination marketing, and supporting sustainable tourism expansion. This session will examine strategies for air service development, infrastructure planning, and sustainability integration to ensure long-term tourism sector resilience.

6 p.m. 

8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

8:30-9 a.m.

9-9:45 a.m.

Regional connectivity is essential for economic integration, trade, and tourism across the Americas and the Caribbean. This session will focus on how airports, airlines, and regulatory authorities can work together to expand route networks, improve infrastructure, and overcome policy and operational challenges to strengthen air service within the region.

9:50-10:35 a.m.

Airports are no longer just transit hubs—they are now highly curated commercial destinations that influence passenger experience and drive revenue growth. This session will explore cutting-edge retail, dining, and entertainment innovations, along with strategies to enhance non-aeronautical revenue through digital solutions, branding, and local culture integration.

10:35-10:55 a.m.

10:55-11:45 a.m.

Airports serve as critical nodes in regional economies, and their real estate assets offer immense potential for revenue generation and economic expansion. This session will explore how airports can develop commercial real estate, logistics hubs, and business districts, while ensuring seamless integration with transportation infrastructure to maximize long-term growth and sustainability.

11:45 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

Discover effective strategies for driving aviation development and commercial growth across the Americas through industry best practices and innovative business models. This session will delve into how airports and aviation stakeholders can optimize infrastructure expansion, commercial revenue streams, and sustainable investment strategies to enhance operational efficiency and long-term economic resilience.

12:35-1:45 p.m.

1:45-2:30 p.m.

Securing sustainable and flexible funding is critical for airports looking to expand infrastructure, modernize operations, and implement environmental initiatives. This session will explore innovative financing mechanisms, including public-private partnerships (PPPs), green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and multilateral funding opportunities, that airports across the Americas and the Caribbean can leverage.

2:45 p.m.

3:30 p.m. (Separate sign-up and security processing required) 

Participants will have the exclusive opportunity to tour the newly expanded Jorge Chávez International Airport, a landmark infrastructure project transforming Lima into a world-class aviation hub. This guided visit will showcase the state-of-the-art terminal, modernized airside facilities, expanded cargo operations, and cutting-edge passenger amenities designed to enhance capacity, efficiency, and connectivity.