International Airport Summit 2026

11 – 12 November 2026

LinkedIn Interview Series

Leading Voices in Aviation

We’re excited to launch a brand-new series of exclusive LinkedIn interviews in the lead-up to the International Airport Summit 2026 (IAS26). Over the coming months, we’ll be sitting down with some of the brightest minds and most influential leaders shaping the future of aviation. Expect behind-the-scenes insights, inspiring stories, and expert perspectives on what’s ahead for our industry, all leading up to the IAS26 main event.

LinkedIn Interview

Kicking off with a must-watch interview

What does it take to move from a good airport to a truly great one?

In this exclusive interview, Marco Troncone, CEO of Aeroporti di Roma (ADR), joins International Airport Review Editor Holly Miles to share how Rome Fiumicino is driving operational excellence through AI, automation, robotics and a people‑first innovation culture. As last year’s Airport of the Year and this year’s host airport partner for International Airport Summit, ADR offers a real‑world blueprint for airports facing rapid traffic growth, rising complexity and increasing passenger expectations. In this conversation,

Marco discusses:

How ADR embeds innovation directly into day‑to‑day airport operations

The role of AI, spatial intelligence and automation in improving performance and passenger flow
Insights from ADR’s global innovation hub and start-up ecosystem
Why people remain the critical differentiator in airport excellence
What delegates can expect from ADR at the International Airport Summit in Rome, including an exclusive Day 0 event at their Innovation Hub.

Watch the full interview below

Next Interview Coming Up – Monday, 12th August!

Stay tuned for our next LinkedIn Live session featuring another standout speaker from the IAS26 lineup. You won’t want to miss what’s next. Mark your calendar and follow us on LinkedIn to be the first to know who’s joining us next!

LinkedIn Interview

Unlocking Airside Capacity Through Data and AI

On Tuesday, 12th August at 2PM BST, we aired an exclusive LinkedIn interview kindly sponsored by NATS.

With global aviation bouncing back beyond pre-pandemic levels, airports face a major question: How do we unlock airside capacity without pouring concrete?

This session featured a powerful conversation with three industry leaders:

Chris Miles, COO at Calgary Airports
Marco Rueckert, CTO at Searidge Technologies
Holly Miles, Editor at International Airport Review

Key topics covered included:

Breaking down data silos and improving quality
How AI and predictive analytics are transforming turnaround management
Enabling faster, smarter human decisions
Unlocking capacity through digital transformation
Delivering efficiency, better passenger experience, and economic value
Why collaboration, openness, and data ownership are critical

Watch the full interview below

LinkedIn Interview

From Transit Hubs to Lifestyle Destinations

On Monday, 26th August at 2PM BST, we hosted an exclusive LinkedIn Interview with Askin Demir, CEO of Aéroport International Blaise Diagne SA, who is reimagining his airport as a vibrant lifestyle destination — one that reflects Senegal’s rich culture while meeting the needs of modern travellers.

In this interview, Askin shared:

How to embed local identity into a world-class “airport city”
The balance between commerce and operational excellence
His take on the next wave of innovation in passenger experience

Session: From transit hubs to lifestyle destinations: the rise of airport cities
Part of the International Airport Summit LinkedIn interview series, supported by headline sponsors NATS and +Impact

Watch the full interview below

Next Interview Coming soon!

Stay tuned for our next LinkedIn Live session featuring another standout speaker from the IAS25 lineup.

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