CANSO Executive Summit 2024

As the world of Air Traffic Management gathered in Geneva for Airspace World 2024, CANSO once again brought together leaders of the ATM industry and beyond for its CANSO Executive Summit 2024.

The theme for the CANSO Executive Summit 2024 was ‘Transformation’ and it featured a keynote speech entitled ‘The Great Remobilisation’ from world-leading AI expert, Dr Mark Esposito. Dr. Esposito is a thought leader on the Fourth Industrial Revolution, a Harvard professor and advisor to national governments. This was followed by some excellent panel sessions on Transforming Aviation through AI, Innovation for Efficient and Green Skies, and Transforming Future Skies.

Our programme

	The CANSO Executive Summit 2024 will be held in the Palexpo Conference Centre.
12:30-14:00	Badge collection Venue: Palexpo Halls 1 and 2 foyer
13:00	Doors to CANSO Executive Summit open
13:00-14:00	Welcome coffee only. Sponsored by Venue: Conference Centre foyer
14:00-14:10	Welcome and Opening Speaker Simon Hocquard, Director General, CANSO
14:10-15:10	Keynote speech: The Great Remobilisation Speaker Dr. Mark Esposito Known as ‘The Global Agitator’, Dr. Mark Esposito is recognised internationally as a top global thought leader in matters relating to The Fourth Industrial Revolution. He is a global expert of the World Economic Forum and advisor to national governments. He serves as Professor of Economics, Strategy and Foresights at Hult International Business School (where he directs the Futures Impact Lab) as well as at Harvard University’s Division of Continuing Education where he teaches an award winning executive course on Artificial Intelligence.
15:10-16:00	Panel Discussion: Transforming Aviation through AI In this dynamic panel session we investigate the realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its revolutionary impact on aviation. Our panellists will explore how AI-driven solutions have the potential to reshape airspace management, optimise traffic flows, bolster safety measures, and mitigate environmental impact. They will discuss the challenges, benefits, and future prospects associated with the implementation of AI in ATM and UTM, and how AI technology is steering the aviation industry towards a smarter, more efficient future. Moderator Dr. Mark Esposito Panellists Juliette Mattioli, Senior Expert in Artificial Intelligence, Thales Eduard Gringinger, Principal Data Scientist, Group Technology Management, FREQUENTIS AG Kevin Hightower, Vice President of Product Management, Cirium Parimal Kopardekar, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Mission Integration Manager, NASA Marie-Pier Berman, VP & Chief of Operations, NAV CANADA
16:00-16:20	Networking Break, sponsored by
16:20-17:10	Panel Discussion: Innovation for Efficient and Green Skies This panel will explore the cutting-edge technologies and strategies that help the aviation industry be more efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. Our pannelists will discuss the innovative solutions and the collaborative approach required to achieve greener skies and address the evolving regulatory framework that shapes and supports sustainable aviation. Moderator: Michelle Bishop, Director Programmes, CANSO Panellists Filip Cornelis, Director General for Mobility and Transport, European Commission Dr. Marie Owens Thomsen, SVP Sustainability and Chief Economist, IATA Luis Felipe de Oliveira, Director General and CEO, ACI Kok Juan Han, Director General, CAAS Dr. Peter Kearney, Chief Executive Officer, AirNav Ireland Ramón Tàrrech Masdeu, Director ATM Strategy and Innovation, Indra
17:10-17:50	Panel Discussion: Transforming Future Skies CANSO’s Members from around the world reflect on our Summit’s conversations and which ideas have the greatest potential to enhance performance in their region. Moderator: Alex Bristol, Chief Executive Officer, Skyguide Panellists Tim Arel, Chief Operating Officer, FAA ATO Nozipho Mdawe, Chief Executive Officer, ATNS Ahmed Al Jallaf, Assistant Director General, Air Navigation Services, UAE-GCAA Capt. Norazman Bin Mahmud, Chief Executive Officer, CAA Malaysia Michiel van Dorst, Chief Executive Officer, LVNL
17:50-18:00	Wrap up and close Speaker Simon Hocquard, Director General, CANSO
18:00-19:30	Networking Drinks Reception

Our Speakers

Find out more about each of our CANSO Executive Summit 2024 Speakers and Panellists.

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