Aviation Sustainability Conference Agenda
Aviation Sustainability will offer packed content sessions, specialised workshops and roundtables with interactive, problem-solving content.
As well as hugely increased networking opportunities! All delivered in just one day!
ALL TIMINGS ARE GULF STANDARD TIME (UTC +4)
WED 25 NOVEMBER
10:55 - 11:00Host Opening Remarks
An overview of the virtual conference and key updates.
Speaker:
Ivano Iannelli | Chief Executive Officer | Dubai Carbon
11:00 - 11:55Senior Leader Panel: Addressing Long Term Sustainable Change In The Era Of COVID-19.
This discussion will take a holistic approach to recovery with the three pillars of sustainability; environmental, economic and social impacts. Balancing the challenges of aviation today with the ambitious climate change goals and sustainability commitments.
Moderator:
Michael Gill | Executive Director | ATAG (Air Transport Action Group)
Panellists:
Eng Abdulaziz Alzaid | Chief Operation Officer | SANS
Capt. Mohamed Ahmed | Chief Executive Officer | Salam Air
David Young | Executive Manager Sustainability & Future Planet | Qantas
Kamal Hingorani | Chief Customer Service Officer | SpiceJet
11:55 - 12:45Virtual Panel: Driving Greener Economic Growth
Reassessing the ROI of staying ahead of competition and developing new cutting-edge green technology such as advanced aerodynamics, light materials, innovative engines and electric aircrafts. How can the industry invest in a future in which we can make sure that aviation is compatible with net zero carbon and is on track with a green recovery without overly impacting the levels of connectivity comfort and affordability that is associated with aviation today.
Moderator:
Alejandro Rios Galvan | Director, Sustainable Bioenergy Research Consortium, Chief Research Scientist | Khalifa University
Panellists:
Martin Mitev | Innovation Lead and Captain Airbus 220 | AirBaltic
Aaron Robinson | Senior Manager – Environmental Strategy and Sustainability | United Airlines
Jason Sutcliffe | Regional Marketing Executive | Rolls-Royce
Davide Tassi | Head of Corporate Social Responsibility | ENAV
12:45 - 13:35Virtual Panel: How Can Airports Support Airline Sustainability?
Airports facilitate the fast movement of passengers and materials, directly contributing to economic growth and proving social benefits. This session will assess how to put sustainability at the core of the airport business strategy, supporting airlines with the necessary infrastructure to carry out operations effectively. Merging both airport and airline long term sustainability visons to reduce environmental impacts.
Moderator:
Maysam Rawashdeh | Climate Change and Sustainability Services Manager | EY
Panellists:
Lakshminarayanan Sankaran | Vice President Engineering & Maintenance | Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL)
Sohail Ali | Senior Vice President Operations Middle East and Africa (Airports) | UK Airline
Hana S. Galal | Manager, Sustainability & Planning | Edmonton International Airport
14:00 - 14:45Virtual Panel: How to control risks introduced by new sustainable technologies, hydrogen case study
The use of hydrogen as a primary source of power is one of the most promising technological enablers on the path towards sustainable aviation. Introduction of hydrogen-based technologies will bring new risks in aircraft design, production, operation, maintenance and recycling. The panel will discuss these risks, their impact throughout the aviation ecosystem and how the aviation industry can collaborate and draw from other industries to control them.
Moderator:
Nikhil Sachdeva | Project Manager | Roland Berger
Panellists:
Gabriel Godfrey | Product Owner Sustainable Aircraft | APSYS
Prof. Lourdes F. Vega | Director, Research and Innovation Center on CO2 and H2 (RICH Center) | Khalifa University
Sami Nawaf Alawneh | Chief of Safety and Environment Unit | King Hussein International Airport
14:45 - 15:50Virtual Panel: Are Sustainable Fuels Economically Viable?
Since the COVID-19 oil crash, synthetic sustainable fuels have become 3-5 times more expensive than traditional jet fossil fuels. With over 80% of flights being grounded, airlines are forced to make cutbacks to reduce costs, which now poses the question, are sustainable aviation fuels a viable option for airlines? This virtual panel will explore the true costs and practicality of sustainable aviation fuels.
Moderator:
Ahmed Samir Elbermbali | Interim Managing Director | Clean Energy Business Council (CEBC)
Panellists:
Mariam Musallam Al-Qubaisi | Head of Sustainability, Government, International & Communications | Etihad
Alejandro Rios Galvan | Director, Sustainable Bioenergy Research Consortium, Chief Research Scientist | Khalifa University
Hamza Mazloum | Senior Manager – Fuel Project | Arab Air Carriers’ Organization
15:50 - 16:15Presentation: Addressing the status and outlook for SAF
More information to follow.
Speaker:
Jonathan Wood | VP - Renewable Aviation | Neste
16:35 - 17:20Panel Discussion: How efficient is your airline? Increasing operations with data analytics.
This session will explore the role of disruptive technologies increasing operations and how data advancements can help your airline double-down on decarbonisation goals.
Moderator:
Didier Bréchemier | Global Head of Roland Berger Transportation, Tourism, Logistic - Senior Partner | Roland Berger
Panellists:
Capt. Hamza Ghouth | Director Flight Operations | flyadeal
Nor Azman Abdul Aziz | Head Fuel Management | Malaysia Airlines
Dr. Asteris Apostolidis | Innovation Strategy Manager | Air France - KLM
17:20 - 18:20Virtual Panel: COVID-19 case study, how to stay committed to long term sustainability goals through a crisis
Fostering collaboration to reduce aviation's climate impact and overcoming disruptions without compromising on long term climate goals. Speakers will discuss if COVID-19 will leave a negative impact on sustainability and how we can get back on track with Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation, CORSIA.
Moderator:
Frankline Omondi | Environment Expert | African Civil Aviation Commission
Panellists:
Marylin Bastin | Head of Aviation Sustainability | Directorate European Civil-Military Aviation - Eurocontrol
Susan Nambusi | Jet Fuel Data Analyst | Kenya Airways
Sara Bogdan | Manager Sustainability and ESG | JetBlue
Majed Obaid Al Mujaini | Chief Officer – Environment | UAE General Civil Aviation Authority
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