Dubai-based mega carrier Emirates has teamed up with the Museum of the Future to host the first Aviation Future Week event which will take place from October 15 to 17, 2024 in Dubai.
The event will see UAE government ministers, other senior government officials, and industry leaders from across the aviation and aerospace, airfreight, Maintenance, Overhaul & Repair (MRO), and logistics ecosystems industries to discuss a range of future aviation subjects. These will include opportunities around the passenger journey and future traffic demand, airfreight and logistics, as well as the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI). According to the organizers, the event will “present a platform for unparalleled insights and discussion” about the future of aviation.
The Aviation Future Week event will include keynote speakers, discussion panels, and workshops over three days. The first day includes a program led by speakers and industry experts who will address air travel demand and airport infrastructure and how airports, airlines, aerospace manufacturers, and other stakeholders can deliver an enhanced passenger experience using technology.
The second day will be dedicated to developments within airfreight and logistics, while the second half of the day with focus on MRO development within the region. The third and final day will navigate the boundary-breaking potential of Web3, AI, and Extended Reality (XR) solutions to drive workflow efficiencies and service delivery.
“It is fitting that Dubai is setting the stage for visionary global leaders and decision-makers in aviation and aerospace to gather for key discussions and powerful collaborations to help redefine what the future could look like for the industry at Aviation Future Week,” said His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman, and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group.
“Dubai’s strategic commitment to leveraging technology and innovation and embracing the digital revolution is fertile ground to pioneer new approaches and push the boundaries of what is possible for more efficient and sustainable operations and reshaping the passenger journey and experience as the industry forges ahead,” he added.
In addition to the main program, Aviation Future Week will also feature an exhibition space showcasing the latest in aviation technologies. Visitors will be able to learn about new products and concepts, and network with industry representatives.
Additionally, a series of interactive workshops will be co-hosted by Emirates and the Museum of The Future, supported by other event sponsors and supporters. These organizations include the Emirates customer experience team, handling company dnata, Emirates SkyCargo, Emirates Flight Operations department, Emirates and dnata environment teams, planemaker Boeing, and the Emirates Group Youth Council.
