CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2024

Monday 2 December

08:00– 09:00	Crisis Communication Training for CEOs Welcome Coffee (by invitation only)	Regency Foyer
08:00-11:00	Early Registration	Regency Foyer
08:00– 18:30	Conference Exhibition	Regency Royer
09:00–14:00	Crisis Communication Training for CEOs (by invitation only) There’s been an accident involving your air navigation service provider – what happens next? Why do you need crisis communications training? The way a crisis is handled can either make, enhance or damage your organisation. And on a personal note, your organisation may survive a crisis, but your career may not. To manage a crisis, you need advance preparation – which includes crisis communications training. This training uses actual videos of well-handled media briefings, and those that weren’t. Facilitator: Robert Sumwalt is Executive Director of the Boeing Centre for Aviation and Aerospace Safety at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he also serves as Distinguished Fellow in Aviation Safety. In that role, he oversees research and development of the Center, and sets the overall strategy. He also serves as aviation safety analyst for CBS News.   Previously, Sumwalt was appointed by three US presidents to serve as Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Member of the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), where he served from August 2006 to June 2021. While at NTSB, Sumwalt served as NTSB on-scene spokesperson for 35 major transportation accidents.	Regency Ballroom
13:00-14:00	Light Lunch for Sponsored Workshop Attendees	Regency Foyer
13:00-18:00	Early Registration	Regency Foyer
14:00-16:00	Workshop: Indra Awards, Quiz and Insights Brought to you by In an interactive session Indra will share some technology innovations from one of the widest solutions portfolio in the ATM industry. Latest developments on remote and digital towers, single sky and satellite surveillance will be shared. A variety of guest stars from the audience will be on stage to share some ANSP stories.	Regency Ballroom
16:00-16:30	Networking Break	Regency Foyer
16:30-18:30	Workshop: Harnessing Space-Based ADS-B Data for Air Traffic Management  Brought to you by Traditionally, air navigation service providers have relied on ground-based networks for data to manage airspace. However, advancements in space-based automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) systems and cloud technology have the power to unlock significant improvements in Air Traffic Management efficiency, safety, and capacity. In this workshop, Aireon will showcase its ground-breaking space-based ADS-B products and services providing real-time, accurate, and global data for ANSPs. We will demonstrate how Aireon’s space-based ADS-B surveillance data is optimising ATM operations, how AireonFLOW ATFM data is enhancing ATFM implementation and how Aireon Locate can support search and rescue operations. Join us to explore how these innovations are addressing key challenges and driving progress in air traffic management. Speakers: Michele Carandente, Deputy Vice President for ATS Services, Aireon LLC Paco Solvez, Senior Sales Manager, MEA & LATAM, Aireon LLC Stuart Ratcliffe, Product Manager, AireonFLOW, Aireon LLC	Regency Ballroom
19:00–21:00	Welcome Reception, hosted by Dress code: Casual (trainers/sneakers are fine but shorts are not allowed)	Waterfront

Tuesday 3 December

08:00– 09:00	Registration and Welcome Refreshments	Regency Foyer
08:00– 17:00	Conference Exhibition	Regency Foyer
09:00–09:50	Welcome and Opening Remarks	Regency Ballroom
09:50– 10:20	Networking Break	Regency Foyer
10:20–10:40	Keynote Speaker: The Future of Safety	Regency Ballroom
10:40–11:40	CEO Dialogue: The Future of Latin America and Caribbean Skies The CANSO Latin American and Caribbean CEO Committee, LAC3, conducted a Strategic Planning Session, exchanged best practices and identified innovative solutions and initiatives to bolster our joint endeavours to protect our skies. LAC3 agreed to enhance collaboration, human and resource capacity, and operational efficiency to fortify our air navigation system, reduce environmental impact, and foster sustainable, long-term solutions for a more robust, safe and resilient airspace. During this session, CEOs will agree on objectives to implementing our future skies, share their advancements in new technologies, showcase the increase in collaboration and coordination among ANSPs, and demonstrate how they adapt their leadership styles to manage the new workforce.	Regency Ballroom
11:40–12:30	Dealing With the Air Traffic Growth If we look at the air transport growth projections, we have seen a robust increase in air traffic and, after the pandemic, the Latin America and Caribbean region had one of the fastest rates of recovery worldwide.   In our pursuit to lessen environmental impact and foster sustainable aviation growth over the long term, it is crucial to embrace innovation, green initiatives and technologies. By doing so, we can cut emissions, conserve resources, and cultivate a more resilient aviation sector that aligns with our planet’s needs.   Moreover, connectivity continues to be a key challenge for our region. Therefore, we must strive to strengthen air transport connections and enhance accessibility. Through investments in infrastructure, the introduction of new procedures, and collaboration with regional stakeholders, we aim to expand airspace capacity and unlock new opportunities for economic growth and development.   This panel will discuss how implementing Free Route Airspace, reducing horizontal separation, and introducing new air traffic management concepts, along with innovative solutions like digital towers, can assist regional ANSPs in managing the surge in air traffic.	Regency Ballroom
12:30– 13:45	Lunch Break	Regency III
13:45–14:35	New Era of ANSP Professionals The new generation of ANSP professionals will help us shape the future of airspace management. With an important percentage of airspace professionals near retirement, it is essential to retain new hires, and to recruit and train the upcoming generation of airspace professionals.   Aware of the inevitable rise in retirement and attrition rates, the industry stands before a significant opportunity to pave the way for new, inventive talents to enter the airspace field. These professionals have the ability to re-evaluate established practices by applying technological advancements and improving current workflows.   As they begin their careers in airspace management, the new generation is ready to offer innovative perspectives and will surely develop ways to enhance and optimise industry processes.   This session will highlight the initiatives ANSPs in Latin America and the Caribbean are implementing to bridge the talent recruitment gap and will identify the opportunities the region will embrace to stay at the forefront of the future.	Regency Ballroom
14:35–15:25	New Generation of ANSP Services Air navigation service organisations are tasked with safely managing a vast number of operations within a limited airspace. Nonetheless, the introduction of new entrants, urban air mobility vehicles, and supersonic operations will significantly complicate the tasks of ANSPs.   Unlike airports that can expand runways or build new terminals to increase capacity, or airlines that can grow by acquiring more aircraft, ANSPs cannot expand or purchase more sky. They must continue to provide services within an already crowded airspace.   The new era of airspace management brings new requirements, necessitating our systems to adapt and lay the groundwork for future services. This session will offer a glimpse into how ANSPs are preparing to deliver services to new airspace users and the demands they will face in the immediate, intermediate, and distant future.	Regency Ballroom
15:25–15:55	Networking Break	Regency Foyer
15:55–16:45	Data and Safety The growth in air traffic is driving a surge in research and development of new technologies to meet demand and provide safer, more efficient, and cost-effective air traffic services. Air navigation safety data and its analysis are crucial for the airspace industry’s ability to identify and mitigate risks. In the era of automation and digitalisation, enhancing information to augment safety and improve decision-making is imperative. This session will explain the benefits and advantages of exchanging data among ANSPs, allowing the use of data to predict and mitigate risks, and how the use of artificial intelligence could improve your ANSP’s safety operations and culture.  Additionally, participants will learn the steps to initiate a safety working group and establish a safety peer review system, ask questions about technologies currently being explored by different regional ANSPs, and look at how automation supports the development of artificial intelligence.	Regency Ballroom
16:45–17:00	Closing Remarks	Regency Ballroom
19:00–21:00	Conference Dinner, hosted by Dress code: Business casual (no need for ties or jackets)	Regency Ballroom

Wednesday 4 December

Our hosts have kindly offered to show delegates their facilities should they be interested. If you would like to have a look at how TTCAA manages the Piarco FIR, a complex and highly operational and complex airspace, please email Events@CANSO.org to book your visit.

The CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2024 will be held at:

Hyatt Regency Trinidad

1 Wrightson Road

Port of Spain

Trinidad and Tobago

A special delegate rate is available (which includes breakfast). To book your room please contact leah.james@hyatt.com.

Location

Port of Spain, on Trinidad’s northwest coast, is the capital city of Trinidad and Tobago. It’s known for its huge carnival, with calypso and Caribbean soca music. Bordering the expansive Queen’s Park Savannah, the Royal Botanic Gardens displays plants from all over the world, and also encompass the Emperor Valley Zoo. The “Magnificent Seven,” near Queen’s Park, is a row of extravagant mansions from around 1900.

Conference Venue

Our CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2024 will be held at Hyatt Regency Trinidad in the harbour of Port of Spain.

The hotel address is:

Hyatt Regency Trinidad

1 Wrightson Road

Port of Spain

Trinidad and Tobago

Transportation

Taxis

The minimum price for a taxi journey within Port-of-Spain of US$10. There are no standard color-coded markings for taxis in Port-of-Spain and all resemble private cars. Cash is required to pay for taxis.

However, all vehicles for hire have a license plate starting with H – you should not be surprised if one stops by and asks if you want a ride. If that happens remember to check if it is a taxi. It is preferable book taxis through your hotel.

During the day, in the central areas, you can move around easily on foot. After dusk and at night, it is recommended not to venture alone on foot.

Buses

Buses and public transport are also available in Port of Spain.

The most common means of payment in Port of Spain are cash (local currency). Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC) buses require tickets which can be purchased at the PTSC station at City Gate, Port of Spain or at other registered ticket traders. For further information, please use the links below:

https://www.myguidetrinidadandtobago.com/usefulinfo/public-transport

Car rental

To rent a car, please click the following link: https://tntairports.com/travel/when-you-arrive/car-rental/

Airport Transfers

Piarco International Airport is the international airport serving the island of Trinidad and is one of two international airports in Trinidad and Tobago. The other is on the island of Tobago.

Piarco International Airport is approximately thirty minutes to the Hyatt Regency Trinidad.

Official airport taxis are readily available outside the airport to take you to your hotel, at your own expense.

Piarco Airport Taxi Service provides transportation service to any location locally at any time, and are located at their desk directly outside the Customs Hall exit in the airport terminal. These Taxi rates can be obtained at this desk, or at the Airport Information Booth. The Piarco Taxis accept both US dollar and TT dollar in cash. Bookings can be made one (1) day prior via phone or email.

Phone: 1 868 669-1689

Email: piarco.taxi@gmail.com

If you wish to pay by card and are staying at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad and would like to book a taxi directly with the hotel, please can email the following two addresses with your flight details and specify your payment method so that the driver can ensure they have the portable credit card machine: nyola.griffin@hyatt.com and trirt-front.office.managers.static@hyatt.com. These taxi fares are US$30.00 one-way and apply between the hours of 6AM-9:59PM and US$45.00 between the hours of 10PM-5:59AM.

PTSC buses operate from 6:00am to 8:00pm, arriving at quarter past the hour at the bus stop. This, as well as the public taxi stop, are located curb side outside the Arrivals area. Bus tickets can be purchased at the Piarco Souvenir shop located in the Atrium.

VISA Information

You can find out more about Trinidad and Tobago visa requirements here.

To apply for a visa, please click here.

Please tick yes on the registration form if you require a visa invitation letter from CANSO.

If you need an invitation letter and other accompanying documents from the host, Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Authority, please email Events@CANSO.org specifying your request for an invitation letter and if you need any other accompanying documents from the host for your visa application. In the email please specify what information is required on the invitation letter, for example:

Time Zone

The time zone in Port of Spain is UTC-04:00

Language

In Trinidad and Tobago the official language is English.

The CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2024 will be conducted in English and Spanish with live translation available.

Currency

The official currency in Port of Spain is the Trinidadian dollars (TT$)

Current exchange rates can be found here.

Bank/Credit Card

In many areas of the economy, retail transactions are still generally completed on a cash basis. However, ATM and credit or debit card payment machines are increasingly available in the retail market.

There are ATM machines in the airport arrivals hall, and at the Hyatt Regency hotel.

Foreign credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and American Express) are accepted in major hotels and restaurants.

Delegates are advised to bring or source the local currency to make sure they have enough to make any purchases which can’t be paid for by card.

Tipping

In Port of Spain tipping is optional and, if you do, five to ten per cent is fairly normal. For cafes, leave the change up to the next dollar, or a dollar, if you want. Taxis drivers generally do not expect a tip, although if they help you with your luggage a couple of euros/dollars is good.

Electricity

Type A and B sockets are the most common in Trinidad and Tobago. If you have appliances from Europe, Asia or Africa or Australia, you will need an adapter to use them with.

The voltage in Port of Spain is 115V supply voltage and 60Hz, which is different from some other countries (e.g., Europe is 220V to 230V). This is important if your device is not dual voltage.

Wi-FI

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests attending the CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2024.

Climate

In December the temperature during the day will be around 30°C (86°F). The seawater temperature reaches an ideal 27°C (81 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 22°C (71 F)

Emergency contacts

General emergency line: 911

Police: 999

Ambulance: 811

Fire: 990

International dialling code

The dialling code in Trinidad and Tobago is 1, and the area code in Port of Spain 868.

We are grateful for the support of our additional sponsors.

A wide range of sponsorship opportunities is available for the CANSO Latin America and Caribbean Conference 2024 with our top level sponsors (Silver and Bronze), and then for individual items or activities including Registration, Lanyards, Catering, Notebooks, Translation services, and chair drops.

Our events also have concurrent exhibutions too, giving you the opportunity to speak to hundreds of key influencers and decision makers.

To discuss your options or find out more contact Mike Treacher, VP Sales, CANSO.

Here is what is currently available.

Gold (one per event) Gold sponsor acknowledgment and logo across print and digital materials for the event Two-hour workshop session (Sponsor run session) Acknowledgement and thanks given by chairperson of the event Full Page video advertisement in Airspace Magazine Email blast Six delegate passes
Silver (two per event) Silver sponsor acknowledgment and logo across print and digital materials for the event 2 x 4.5 m exhibition space Acknowledgement and thanks given by chairperson of the event Full page static advert in Airspace Magazine Four delegate passes	Available
Bronze (four per event) Bronze sponsor acknowledgment and logo across print and digital materials for the event 2×3 m exhibition space Half page advert in Airspace Magazine Two delegate passes	Two Available

Registration Desk and Services  (one per event )                          Exclusive branding of registration & help desk plus opportunity to place marketing material/play video in registration zone                                                   Two delegate passes	Available
Event Lanyards  (one per event)                                                   Exclusive branding of lanyards for delegate passes                                                                            Two delegate passes
Lunch Sponsor (single day) Exclusive branding of lunch area including video facility Four free delegate passes	Available
Coffee Sponsor (single day)                                    Exclusive branding of Networking Break area area including video facility                             Two free delegate passes	Available
Delegate Notebook                                            Exclusive branding of notebook for event                    Two free delegate passes	Available
Chair drop                                                           Exclusive placement opportunity of marketing material or gifts for each delegate in main conference room                                                            One free delegate pass
Translation Services                                            Translation services between English and one other language Three free delegate passes	Available
Exhibition Packages (varies with venue) 2mx 3m exhibition space with core furniture and branded backcloth Two free delegate passes	Available