The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the Air Cargo Forum 2025, held from 3 to 6 November 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This year’s edition marked an important milestone as Abu Dhabi hosted the first-ever Air Cargo Forum, confirming the city’s growing role as a major hub for global air cargo and logistics services.
The event, organized in partnership with Etihad Cargo, marked the first annual edition of the forum and the first to be held in a major sporting arena, reflecting TIACA’s ongoing efforts to develop and expand its global presence.
The three-day event brought together air freight professionals, logistics experts, policy makers and technology innovators from around the world. Participants engaged in a full program of conference sessions, panel discussions and networking opportunities to explore key industry topics such as digital transformation, sustainability, Middle East shipping growth, and supply chain resilience.
“Abu Dhabi provided an excellent venue for this year’s Air Cargo Forum,” said Glenn Hughes, Director General of TIACA. “The city’s infrastructure and connectivity provided an appropriate backdrop for productive discussions about the future of our industry. The engagement and collaboration we witnessed throughout the event was encouraging and demonstrated the continuing strength of the global air cargo community.”
Stanislas Brun, Etihad Airways Chief Cargo Officer, said: “As the official sponsor and host airline of the Air Cargo Forum 2025, it was a fantastic opportunity to welcome the global logistics community to Abu Dhabi. The event highlighted the city’s growing role as a hub for innovation, collaboration and sustainable growth in air cargo. Working alongside TIACA and bringing the industry together here reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a key hub bridging East and West, where partnerships are formed and ideas and enhancing international cooperation.” The future of logistics continues to take shape.”
Delegates also participated in a range of networking and social activities, including a special evening at Ferrari World, which provided additional business communications opportunities in a unique environment.
“Organizing the Air Cargo Forum in Abu Dhabi for the first time was an important step in expanding the scope and comprehensiveness of TIACA. We greatly appreciate the warm hospitality and support shown by our hosts and partners, which helped make the event engaging and memorable.” commented Ross Packer, President of TIACA
Based on positive feedback from attendees, TIACA plans to return to Abu Dhabi in 2027, with dates to be confirmed.
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