ERAA general assembly to bring aviation leaders to Belfast in October

The ERAA General Assembly runs from 6 to 8 October 2026 in Belfast
Speakers include Filip Cornelis, Darragh O’Brien and Caoimhe Archibald
The programme covers sustainability, technology, safety and security
The Awards Dinner takes place at Titanic Belfast
Media can register for complimentary conference access

The European Regions Airline Association General Assembly will bring together senior leaders and aviation experts for conversations on the issues shaping the future of regional aviation. The programme will feature keynotes, fireside chats and interactive workshops from 6 to 8 October 2026 at the Belfast International Congress Centre. Highlights include the exhibition hub, the exclusive Airline and Airport CEOs’ Meeting and ERAA’s Awards Dinner at Titanic Belfast.

The speakers include Filip Cornelis, Director for Aviation at the European Commission, Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Transport for Ireland, Caoimhe Archibald, Stormont Economy Minister, Montserrat Barriga, Director General of ERAA, and Keith Butler, CEO of Emerald Airlines. The programme covers the future of sustainability, technology, safety and security, cargo, and the regional aircraft market.

Sessions explore SAF and emerging technologies shaping the next decade of regional flight, innovations from ground-breaking new aircraft developments and digitalisation, and how geopolitical tensions and cyber threats are reshaping aviation risk. The conference also features a workshop on the future of ERAA membership and the Annual General Meeting. Media can register for complimentary access to the full conference programme and networking events.

Montserrat Barriga shared “The General Assembly will bring together senior leaders and aviation experts for conversations on the issues shaping the future of regional aviation. The programme features keynotes, fireside chats and interactive workshops alongside extensive opportunities to meet industry leaders and connect with colleagues across the sector.”