New Delhi, June 3, 2025 — The third and final day of the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) is taking place today at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in New Delhi. Hosted by IndiGo, this historic gathering marks India’s first time hosting the AGM since 1983, drawing over 1,700 aviation leaders, regulators, and media representatives from around the world.
Focus Areas on the Final Day
As the global aviation community wraps up this landmark summit, today’s sessions will spotlight:
- Final deliberations on the path to net-zero by 2050, including strategies for scaling sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), infrastructure challenges, and policy alignment.
- AI and Digital Transformation in Aviation, highlighting how automation and intelligent systems are reshaping operations, safety, and customer experience.
- Global regulatory coordination and addressing geopolitical and trade-related uncertainties impacting the airline industry.
Highlights from Previous Days
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed delegates on Day 2, calling for India to become a global aviation and innovation hub, with open skies, strong connectivity, and technology at the forefront.
- Key sessions explored climate resilience, supply chain risks, and industry-wide commitment to diversity and inclusion, including the presentation of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards.
As Day 3 unfolds, the focus is on solidifying the insights and partnerships formed over the past two days, setting the stage for a smarter, greener, and more connected future in aviation.
