Routes Asia 2018
Brisbane, Australia
• 18 – 20 March 2018
Conference Programme
Sunday, 18 March 2018
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Panel Debate – State of the Industry in Asia Pacific
Despite considerable challenges in many parts of the world, Asia Pacific is expected to continue to lead global economic growth with an average forecast GDP of 3.9% annually over the next 20 years. And its aviation market is following suit.
According to IATA, in seven years’ time China will become the number one passenger market on the planet, overtaking the US; in eight years India will move to number three; and in 20 years Indonesia will be the number five in the rankings.
How has the market changed in recent years? What is the outlook for 2018 and beyond? Are the passenger forecasts achievable?
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CEO Keynote Interview
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Networking Break
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Panel Debate – Aviation: The next generation
- Innovation and social entrepreneurism - a legacy of ideas
- International education and the aviation industry – the perfect match?
- What don’t we know about the future of the aviation industry?
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Post-Panel Session Meet and Greet with Students
Monday, 19 March 2018
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Fireside Chat
Four months after his appointment as Group Executive of Virgin Australia, we speak to Rob Sharp to hear about his vision for the airline. Having 20 years under his belt in the aviation industry, Rob will provide insights on his career path that has led him to Virgin Australia and will also outline the airline’s most recent milestones, as well as its future ambitions.
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Networking Break
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Panel Debate – Dynamic Business Models: Reshaping the Market
Different business models and airline strategies are starting to reshape the aviation industry in Asia, especially the low-cost carrier model which has gained success in increasing accessibility. Airlines are announcing new routes each day, ordering new aircraft, offering new discounts and introducing new products and services.
Can low-cost carriers continue their phenomenal growth? What is the future of competition for both FSCs and LCCs in the long-haul low-cost market? Will business travellers and corporates find LCCs more attractive in future? What innovations are further changing the market? Where are the biggest new revenue generation opportunities for LCCs? Can FSCs balance passenger expectations while keeping costs under control?
The discussion will also look at the opportunities for LCC alliances and ask if there is a real appetite for them. In addition, it will explore the biggest new revenue generation opportunities for LCCs and question whether we are heading for a period of consolidation.
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Masterclass: How to win new businesses
Nigel Mayes, Senior Vice President, Consulting & Product Development, ASM
Learn how to incentivise new business, how to structure fees and charges and how to create attractive incentive programmes
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Lunch Break
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Panel Session – How can Asia Pacific guarantee a sustainable growth?
Although Asia Pacific remains a standout growth market for the aviation industry, with the strongest growth rate and many relative new comers, major challenges are facing the sector.
How can the region overcome the critical challenges of overcapacity, coupled with pilot shortages, safety concerns and protectionist barriers? Are the airports capable of handling growth, boosting profits and controlling costs? Is the lack of airport infrastructure affecting safety and security?
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Networking Break
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Creating demand and demanding supply; how destinations and airlines can work better together
How can tourism authorities, airlines and airports work together to make a destination more attractive at the same time they develop a more sustainable tourism?
Tourism decentralisation creates more efficient tourism that will lead to a sustainable growth. Learn what the trends in partnerships are and how to make it work to get a more sustainable tourism across the region.
Tuesday, 20 March 2018
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Exclusive updates direct from key airline decision makers and network planners
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Networking Break
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CEO Keynote Interview
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Closing Remarks
* Please note like all events, the programme is subject to change.
Speakers
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Gareth Evans
Chief Executive Officer, Jetstar Group -
Julieanne Alroe
Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Brisbane Airport -
William Horrocks
Chief Executive Officer, Aviation Australia -
Tony Fraser
Managing Director, Australia Pacific Airbus Group -
Professor Tim Ryley
Professor of Aviation, Griffith University -
Mohamed Sallauddin
General Manager, Airline Marketing, Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB)