The International Airport Summit (IAS) has announced its 2026 edition, scheduled for November 11-12 in Rome, Italy, with Aeroporti di Roma serving as strategic partner. Organized by International Airport Review, the event will convene global airport leaders for panel discussions, fireside chats, presentations, and networking sessions focused on converting strategic goals into operational improvements.
Aeroporti di Roma, operator of Rome Fiumicino and Ciampino airports, brings its recognized expertise in innovation hubs and operational performance to the summit. This partnership emphasizes practical solutions applicable to airport networks worldwide, aligning with the event’s mission to deliver actionable intelligence, expert insight, and high-value connections.
Confirmed speakers include Alessandro Fidato, COO of SEA Milan Airports; Chris Miles, COO of Calgary Airport Authority; and Doug Wycoff, Director of Digital Solutions and Innovation at Tampa International Airport. They will participate in keynotes, fireside conversations, and roundtables.
The agenda covers critical topics: smart growth, predictive operations, seamless passenger journeys, decarbonisation of operations and infrastructure, technology’s impact on the airport workforce, digital transformation and AI, operational resilience, and airport security evolution. Delegates will explore operational transformation, innovation, and performance benchmarking through peer exchange.
Registration is open, with additional speakers and updates forthcoming. The summit builds on prior editions by fostering structured debate and collaborative sessions to advance airport operations.