IATA says that the World Cargo Symposium will be held in the United Arab Emirates for the second time
International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global airline industry association, has announced that its World Cargo Symposium (WCS) 2025 will take place in Dubai from April 15 – 17.
Badr Abbas
In a press statement, IATA says that the event, to be hosted by Emirates SkyCargo and Dnata, air services provider, will be held in the United Arab Emirates for the second time and will focus on digitalisation, sustainability and safety and security as the key issues in helping the global air cargo industry as it adapts to unfolding geopolitical shifts
“With its strategic location and world-class logistics infrastructure, Dubai is a natural choice for the 2025 IATA World Cargo Symposium. As this year’s host airline, Emirates SkyCargo is set to showcase its expanding capabilities and commitment to driving efficiency, innovation, and connectivity across the air cargo industry. The symposium will be a key platform to shape the future of air cargo and align on the best strategies for growth,” says Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo.
Clive Sauvé-Hopkins
The two-day symposium will feature plenary sessions, specialised tracks, workshops, and executive summits addressing crucial subjects including the role of AI and automation in the future of air cargo, strategies for decarbonisation, reducing single-use plastics and ESG reporting and navigating geopolitical uncertainty, regulatory shifts, and supply chain disruptions.
“We are proud to welcome industry leaders to Dubai, home to our first and largest operations, at a time of incredible growth and transformation in the cargo sector. With safety, innovation and sustainability at the core of our business, the IATA World Cargo Symposium offers an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas and explore new solutions. We look forward to connecting with our partners and stakeholders to enhance both operational and environmental efficiency, driving meaningful progress across the industry”, says Clive Sauvé-Hopkins, CEO, Airport Operations, Dnata.
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