Steering the Future of Aviation: IATA’s AGM & World Air Transport Summit Takes Flight in New Delhi

New Delhi, India – June 1-3, 2025
The skies are set to converge over New Delhi as the world’s aviation elite gather for the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the World Air Transport Summit. Hosted by India’s largest airline, IndiGo, and organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), this landmark, by-invitation-only event promises to be the most pivotal gathering in the global aviation calendar.

The Power of Gathering: Why It Matters

As the aviation industry enters a transformative era shaped by digital innovation, sustainability mandates, and a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, the IATA AGM is more than just a summit—it is aviation’s most influential global stage. Over three days, leaders, policymakers, innovators, and visionaries will come together to align strategies, debate policy, and inspire the future direction of air transport.

With attendees spanning airline CEOs, government regulators, technology providers, and key stakeholders from IATA’s Strategic Partnerships Program, this exclusive event will drive dialogue that shapes not just airline operations but the entire travel ecosystem.

What to Expect: Dialogue, Disruption, Direction

The World Air Transport Summit—held alongside the AGM—will present a compelling lineup of panels, keynotes, and roundtable discussions. Topics on the agenda include:

  • Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and decarbonization pathways
  • Next-gen passenger experiences in a hyperconnected world
  • AI and automation in air traffic management and operational efficiency
  • Regulatory harmonization across jurisdictions
  • Resilience and crisis preparedness, in light of geopolitical shifts

In addition to thought leadership, the event offers unparalleled networking opportunities. For those seeking to shape global aviation policy, investment decisions, or technology innovation, there is no better forum.

Why New Delhi? The Strategic Symbolism

Hosting the AGM in India—the world’s fastest-growing aviation market—highlights the country’s rising influence in global air transport. With IndiGo as host, it’s a testament to India’s strategic role in connecting billions and driving aviation growth in the Global South. The setting in New Delhi not only reflects emerging market leadership but also provides a rich cultural and political backdrop for international dialogue.

IndiGo’s Role: A National Champion on the Global Stage

As host, IndiGo brings both hospitality and heft. With its dominant market share in India and growing international footprint, the airline embodies operational excellence and customer-centric growth. Its hosting of the IATA AGM cements its status as a central player in shaping Asia’s aviation future.

An Invitation to Influence

Attendance at the IATA AGM & World Air Transport Summit is strictly by invitation, reinforcing its prestige. For those who participate, it is not simply an event—it is a platform to influence global aviation policy, forge powerful partnerships, and spark innovation that will take flight across the industry.


In 2025, aviation’s eyes turn to New Delhi. Will you be part of the future it charts?

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