By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Reading: IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025: New Focus, New Host
Share
Sign In
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Signin Sign In
Follow US
Copyright © Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2025 | All Rights Reserved
Travel Radar - Aviation News > News > Aviation > Airline Economics > IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025: New Focus, New Host
Airline EconomicsAirshow & EventsAviation

IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025: New Focus, New Host

Ellie Man
Last updated: 2 April 2025 20:25
By Ellie Man
28 Min Read
Share
Kenya Airways Aircraft - Boeing 777-200ER
Kenya Airways aircraft © Björn Strey
SHARE

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) are organising their 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC). The conference is taking place from 13-15 May, in Nairobi, Kenya, and is hosted by Kenya Airways. The event marks a notable change in the aviation sector – held for the first time in Africa, and with a focus on people, processes and performance.

15th International Air Transport Assocation (IATA) Meeting
15th International Air Transport Assocation (IATA) Meeting © 郵政弘済会

New Focus – People, Processes and Performance

IATA have announced that this year’s IGHC will focus on investing in the workforce to encourage development, modernising operations to streamline processes, and strengthening coordination and collaboration to improve performance.

Willie Walsh, Director General of IATA, said:

“Ground handling is critical for the safety, efficiency and resilience of the entire aviation industry. The key word we will focus on at this year’s IGHC is ‘elevate.’

This centrepoint will be explored in plenary sessions, specialised tracks and workshops which will cover ground operations, baggage operations, and collaboration and innovation.

The reliability of hydrogen-powered Ground Support Equipment (GSE), real-time baggage tracking, and upcoming ground handling regulations are a few of the topics that the conference will delve into. Among the keynote speakers at the event will be the President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto; IATA’s Director General, Willie Walsh; and the Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Airways, Allan Kilavuka.

Kenya Airways Aircraft - Boeing 777-200ER
Kenya Airways Aircraft © Timo Jäger

New Host – Kenya, Africa

The IGHC 2025 is being hosted in Nairobi, Africa, by Kenya Airlines. This is the first time the event is being held in Africa, marking a shift towards increased global inclusivity and development. The latest host country also demonstrates IATA’s commitment to the collaborative Focus Africa initiative which seeks to use the aviation sector to promote greater networks and economic development in Africa. The scheme highlights the key areas of safety, infrastructure, connectivity, finance and distribution, sustainaibility, and future skills.

Allan Kilavuka, CEO of Kenya Airways commented:

“As Africa’s aviation leader, Kenya Airways is honoured to pioneer this landmark event. Hosting IGHC aligns with our mission to drive innovation, foster partnerships, and showcase Africa’s readiness to shape the future of global air travel. Hosting IGHC 2025 in Kenya reaffirms our commitment to advancing the industry—both domestically and continentally—to unlock prosperity and connectivity.”

Sharing similar sentiment, President of the Republic of Kenya, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto said:

“Aviation opens a world of economic and social development opportunities, and aviation’s greatest potential is to make a real difference to the prosperity of people in Africa. Welcoming and supporting the IGHC in Kenya is an example of the importance that Kenya places on the aviation sector and the expectations that we have for it as a sector leading development in Kenya and across the continent.”

Recognising the significance of the aviation sector in driving forward change, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto has also extended IGHC invitations to regulators and aviation authorities from across the African continent.

What do you think the IGHC 2025 will mean for developments in ground handling across the world, and in helping to encourage growth across Africa? Let us know in the comments.

You Might Also Like

Scandinavian Airlines expands domestic routes to Halmstad and Kalmar
September Strikes: Europe Scheduled For Disruption
Cirium Reveals 20% Increase in Flight Cancellations in June
Lufthansa Technik and Air Canada extend their maintenance partnership
Virgin Atlantic Confirms Implementation of Flying Taxis
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link
What’s your thoughts?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Angry0
Ellie Man
ByEllie Man
Aviation Reporter - With a passion for research and travel, Ellie is a Journalism Intern who aims to share engaging pieces to wide audiences, all the while presenting her own spirit and voice in her written work. Outside of Travel Radar, Ellie is an avid fan of F1 and NHL!
Previous Article Finnair aircraft tail. Finnair Reclaims Title as Leading European Airline to Japan
Next Article airBaltic has identified its most popular summer destinations airBaltic offers nearly 100 routes during summer season
Subscribe
Login
Notify of
guest

guest

0 Comments
Oldest
Newest Upvoted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

Stay Connected

FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe

Trending News

A Singapore Airlines plane flying high above the ground with a blue sky in the background.
Singapore Airlines Announces 380,000 Discounted Tickets at 2025 Time To Fly Travel Fair
Airlines Aviation Points & Loyalty
Cathay Pacific extend their complimentary Wi-Fi to all Cathay Gold members travelling in all cabins from Nov.15, the inflight experience will also be available to first and business class passengers to make travel seamless and convenient to their members.
Cathay Pacific Extends Complimentary Wi-Fi to Gold Members
Airlines Aviation Points & Loyalty Travel
plane crash massachusetts
Small plane crash on Route 195 near Massachusetts kills two passengers
Aircraft Aviation Breaking News Incidents & Accidents
Valletta in Malta
Why More Holidaymakers Are Choosing Malta and Gozo for Their Island Vacation
Travel Travel Radar
American Airlines new class service
American Airlines Announces Changes in Carry-on Baggage Policies
Airlines Aviation Travel
//

Travel Radar is the leading digital hub for all things aviation and air-travel. Discover our latest aviation news, aviation data, insight and analysis.

Discover

  • Latest News
  • Subscribe
  • Weekly Digest
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Advertising
  • Media Coverage
  • Press & Events
  • Join Our Team
  • Our Brands

Signup to our Newsletter!

And get the latest aviation news via our weekly news digest!

© Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2015-2025 | ISSN #2635-0696 | Trademark #UK00003579704
wpDiscuz
adbanner
Welcome to the TR Community!

Sign in to your account

Not a member? Sign Up