- The CEO panel took place at the 82nd IATA AGM in Rio de Janeiro.
- Richard Quest moderated the session with four airline CEOs.
- Discussions focused on operational resilience and sustainability.
- Panellists represented carriers from the Middle East Europe and Latin America.
- The forum formed a key highlight of the annual meeting.
uel hedging, fleet modernisation and cost volatility dominated the discussion as four CEOs from leading airlines participated in the high profile CEO panel at the IATA AGM in Rio de Janeiro.
Richard Quest from CNN moderated the discussion where industry leaders addressed current challenges and opportunities in global aviation. The session covered topics that included operational resilience connectivity and the path toward sustainability goals.
Con Korfiatis of Oman Air outlined the carrier transformation programme that targets financial breakeven by 2027. Güliz Öztürk of Pegasus Airlines discussed fleet modernisation and fuel hedging strategies that help manage cost volatility. Luis Rodrigues of TAP Air Portugal shared perspectives on European market dynamics while Adrian Neuhauser of Abra Group highlighted integration efforts across Latin American operations.
Panellists exchanged views on workforce development infrastructure needs and collaboration with governments. The forum took place during the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting hosted by LATAM Airlines Group. Attendees gained insights into regional differences that affect airline performance worldwide.
Con Korfiatis shared “Oman Air continues its transformation programme aimed at reaching financial breakeven by 2027.”
Güliz Öztürk shared “When we see the signals we put that plan into place.”
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