Aviation industry leaders converge as AAMS begins

With the attendance of over 200 industry leaders and media, Arab Aviation and Media Summit (AAMS) 2015 kicked off yesterday with an official keynote address by Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications Kamal Ahmed.

Industry thought leaders would now discuss the direct and indirect benefits of aviation and tourism sectors on regional economies. They will also discuss the growing significance of private sector contribution and the importance of opening up the sector to increased foreign investments.

A joint initiative by leading industry organizations such as Air Arabia, Airbus, among others, Arab Aviation and Media Summit is often described as the ‘voice of the industry’ and is the largest assembly of Arab media, along with top executives from the aviation and tourism industry. 

It takes place in a different Arab city every year drawing attention to the host city travel and tourism experience as well as facilitating for a large audience of Governments, decision makers and media to share, learn and exchange.

“The aviation sector’s growth in the Arab world has greatly benefited the tourism sector, thereby contributing to the growth of the economy underpinned by consistent growth. This, in turn, continues to drive investment, job creation and bilateral trade,” Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia Group, Adel Ali, said.

“Although the sector will continue to be regarded as a catalyst for future economic growth, the industry is still facing numerous growth challenges. The idea behind the AAMS platform is to create meaningful dialogue on how some of the unique challenges can be resolved, while continuing to unlock exciting opportunities,” he added.

The 2015 edition of the summit is held in partnership with Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation & Telecommunications and Bahrain Airport Company. 

This industry initiative is supported and endorsed by many world leading organizations such as Airbus Middle East, Air Arabia Group, CFM, Amadeus, Alpha Aviation, ITP Group among many other supporting partners.

This year’s edition of the event will also feature ‘The Little Engineer’ workshop – an edutainment organization dedicated to educating young minds through interactive programmes. 

Supported by Airbus and Air Arabia, the workshop aims to instil a passion for science, technology and engineering among young nationals.  Live updates from of the two-day conference, which ends today, will be made available through Twitter @AAMSummit and the dedicated website www.aamsummit.com.