IATA Aviation Energy Forum kicks off in Baku

The Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) of IATA International Air Transport Association (IATA) has begun in Baku with the support of Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), which operates as part of Azerbaijan Transport and Communication Holding (AZCON Holding), Report informs.

The significant international event hosted by Azerbaijan will continue until May 15.

The AEF, held for the first time in the Caucasus and Caspian Sea region, is a key industry meeting for the global aviation fuel community. It provides a unique platform for airline representatives, fuel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) suppliers, and other strategic partners of IATA to discuss energy challenges facing modern aviation and strengthen global cooperation in this field. This platform also enables collaboration to achieve aviation's zero CO2 emissions goal by 2050.

At the opening ceremony, Samir Rzayev, President of AZAL, emphasized the importance of hosting the AEF, one of the most prestigious events in the international aviation fuel industry:

"Organizing this important forum in Baku is an indicator of our country's growing strategic role in the global aviation sector and energy transition, and confirms Azerbaijan's active participation in shaping the sustainable aviation agenda. The path to sustainable aviation and the 'Net Zero' target requires a synergy of innovative energy solutions, and these solutions are only possible through exchange of experience and strong partnerships. We are proud and pleased that our country once again plays an important role as a platform for global cooperation. AZAL, in turn, will remain committed to supporting the decarbonization of the aviation industry, while continuously developing its own sustainability agenda."

Representatives from more than 60 countries and more than 70 airlines, with a total of nearly 800 registered participants, have gathered at the forum. Several panel discussions, as well as sessions on technical and commercial topics, will be held within the framework of the AEF on May 13-15. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to meet with sponsors in the exhibition area, learn about innovative approaches, and establish new partnerships.

The AEF, the leading industry event for the global aviation fuel community, is intended only for invited IATA members and IATA's strategic partners in the fuel sector.