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IATA Tax Policy Summit
2024-10-28 08:00 - 2024-10-29 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand
The IATA Tax Policy Summit is a key event for airline tax professionals. Airline taxation experts from around the world gather to discuss aviation taxation, tax policy and compliance, IATA’s tax advocacy efforts, the global industry economic outlook, regional developments, and more.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to IATA’s tax campaigns and share the latest information on industry taxation.

Benefits of Attending

Upskilling knowledge towards optimal tax department performance

Gain valuable insight on the latest aviation taxation developments

Networking with other airline and government affairs colleagues, tax policy professionals and aviation taxation consultants

Contribute to effective advocacy campaigns

Liaise with IATA and members of its Industry Taxation Working Group on key issues and priorities for your company

Discussion with industry experts on tax compliance and tax risk managements

UFC 308
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Held in partnership with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), UFC® 308: TOPURIA vs HOLLOWAY marks the return of UFC® to the capital for the second time this year on October 26 at Etihad Arena.

UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria takes on No. 2 ranked Max Holloway. The co-main event features a clash of top middleweights, No. 3 ranked contender Robert Whittaker and No. 11 ranked Khamzat Chimaev in a five-round matchup.

For UFC® 308: TOPURIA vs HOLLOWAY, fan favourite Abu Dhabi Showdown Week is set to return for a seven-day series of city-wide events with dedicated fan events, live shows, and much more. Tickets for UFC® 308: TOPURIA vs HOLLOWAY are now available via Etihadarena.ae.

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Calvin Harris Dubai
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Ushuaia Dubai Harbor Experience, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Calvin Harris is one of the most acclaimed artists in music today. From multiple Brit Award, Billboard Music Award and GRAMMY wins, to chart-topping singles, record-breaking music sales and streaming numbers in their billions, the hugely talented producer, DJ and hitmaker has done it all, and never fails to leave a lasting impact on dancefloors across the planet.

Harris will be the first artist to perform at the highly-anticipated Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience. His long standing Friday residency at Ushuaïa Ibiza has cemented its status as the biggest party on the island, so his debut performance at the Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience is set to be a truly unforgettable occasion.

This landmark event will take place on Saturday, 26th October.

IATA Seminar for Travel Professionals
2024-10-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida, United States
Join us for the 2024 IATA Seminar for Travel Professionals!

Join us at the World Travel Expo (WTE) for an insightful IATA Seminar tailored for travel agents! This seminar will provide you with comprehensive knowledge about the IATA/IATAN Accreditation program, a prestigious credential in the travel industry.

What’s waiting for you if you attend

Explore the extensive IATA Training programs available to travel agents, designed to boost your professional skills and knowledge.

Understand the significance of IATA/IATAN Accreditation and how it enhances your agency’s recognition and credibility globally.

Learn how you can leverage the Accreditation to maximize your earnings.

Discover the IATA ID Card, a valuable tool for personal identification and industry recognition.

Back Street Boys - Etihad Arena
2024-10-23 00:00 - 23:59 | Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Following their record-breaking sell-out performance at the Etihad Arena in May 2023, the Backstreet Boys are back by popular demand and fans can expect an unforgettable night filled with their greatest hits, including the singalong songs “Everybody” and “I Want It That Way.” Promising concertgoers a full, dynamic show, despite Kevin Richardson’s absence due to scheduling conflicts, the remaining members, Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, and Brian Littrell, will deliver the complete Backstreet Boys experience, showcasing their iconic harmonies and captivating performances.

IATA MRO SmartHub Forum 2024
2024-10-22 10:30 - 19:30 | Renaissance Barcelona Fira, Barcelona, Spain
Join us at the 3rd IATA MRO SmartHub Forum on October 22, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain in run up to MRO Europe exhibition. The event provides a unique platform for the MRO SmartHub community to interact and exchange experience with its peers and business partners.

Our IATA team, in collaboration with Opremic, will be available for personalized advice and solutions. Registration is limited to 2 spots per company, please secure your spot today.

Attending this 1-day event will allow you to:

Stay informed about the latest MRO SmartHub features and market intelligence developments.

Discover innovative solutions for digitizing and validating MRO documents that integrate smoothly into supply-chain processes.

Address current challenges in parts supply and explore the potential of sourcing parts from asset teardowns.

Learn strategies to enhance procurement efficiency and connect with industry peers for collaborative learning.

IATA / IATAN Supplier Summit
2024-10-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Beach Convention Center, Florida, United States
Join us for the 2024 IATA / IATAN Supplier Summit!

The IATA / IATAN Supplier Summit is a unique event focused on the IATA and IATAN Agency Programs, allowing you to interact and exchange best-practices with fellow travel suppliers, industry partners and the IATA team. This invite-only event will help you gain insights into how to further improve your agency distribution.

What’s waiting for you if you attend

Join networking opportunities with industry partners

​Learn how to best leverage IATA / IATAN Agency Data to boost your business

Discover new processes to increase trust and security in travel seller relationships

Contribute and participate in the future of our Agency Programs

ICCA Congress, Abu Dhabi
2024-10-20 00:00 - 2024-10-23 23:59
ICCA is the global community and knowledge hub for the international association meetings industry.

Eric Prydz presents HOLO in Dubai
2024-10-18 19:30 - 2024-10-19 03:00 | Expo City Arena, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
World-renowned DJ superstar Eric Prydz brings his sensational HOLO show to the Expo City Arena for the official closing show of GITEX GLOBAL 2024 on 18 October.

A celebration of technological and musical innovation, HOLO has wowed audiences across the world, thanks to its merging of music and 3D holographic projections into a one-of-a-kind AV experience. Now, for the first time in the Middle East, HOLO, presented by M Premiere in collaboration with Uniglobal Projects and pioneering festival and cultural brand Sónar, will be turning up the volume at Expo City Dubai.

The brainchild of Eric Prydz, one of the world’s most popular electronic music producers and DJ’s, experiences such as HOLO are helping to shape the future of live experiences, with state of the art technology, lighting and lasers creating a spellbinding effect.

More artists will be announced soon.

AlUla Wellness Festival
2024-10-17 00:00 - 2024-11-02 23:59
The AlUla Wellness Festival is set to celebrate the rich history and natural beauty of the region from 17 October – 2 November. As part of the largest wellness festival in the Middle East, attendees will enjoy an all-day music concert, immersive retreats and wellness activities, workshops, and community activities.

Global Village Season 29 Launch
2024-10-16 00:00 - 23:59 | Global Village Dubai
Global Village aims to bring the best entertainment, shopping, dining experiences, and attractions designed to keep visitors enthralled all season long! Discover a more wonderful world each time you visit to enjoy myriad cultures, cuisines and conversations.

SuperBridge Summit 2024
2024-10-15 00:00 - 2024-10-16 23:59
Join international leaders at the SuperBridge Summit 2024, a groundbreaking forum dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation among the world’s fastest-growing economies. Taking place from 15-16 October at One&Only One Za’beel, the convention will bring achievers from diverse backgrounds under one roof, showcasing the vast opportunities from the Global East and Global South.

GITEX Global
2024-10-14 09:00 - 2024-10-18 17:00
GITEX Global, the region’s most anticipated technology exhibition, returns after highly-successful editions where more than 1,200 private companies, government entities and startups represented over 60 countries celebrating the next generation of technological breakthroughs.

Abu Dhabi Wedding Show 2024
2024-10-13 08:00 - 2024-10-14 17:00 | Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
After the great success of the inaugural event of Abu Dhabi Wedding Show held in September 2023, ADWS stands firm as an international platform where some of the world’s most influential Wedding Planners converge to share knowledge, forge new partnerships, and shape the future of the Wedding Industry.

The overarching mission of ADWS is to nurture the wedding community, offer a valuable educational platform for stakeholders, and simultaneously create lucrative business opportunities for Abu Dhabi.

This flagship event will bring together a diverse cohort of participants, comprising international, regional and local wedding planners, alongside local vendors and wedding media professionals connected to the Wedding and Celebration industry.

Read: The Inaugural Abu Dhabi Wedding Show Aims High

Reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading market and destination for weddings and celebrations, the forum will provide a platform for discovering Abu Dhabi’s endless possibilities for destination weddings, wedding excellence from across the industry, and inspiring discussions to elevate your wedding planning business.

The Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau, part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, has announced that the second edition of the Abu Dhabi Wedding Show will take place on 13 and 14 October at the Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi. The event is in partnership with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, showcasing Saadiyat Island as a luxury hub for weddings and celebrations.

Read: Second Edition of Abu Dhabi Wedding Show Underway

IATA AirportIS Forum
2024-10-09 08:30 - 16:30 | Intercontinental Bahrain, King Faisal Hwy, Manama, Bahrain
We would like to invite you to 2024 AirportIS Forum. This year, the forum will take place in Manama on 9th October 2024 right after Routes World has closed its doors.

This forum provides a unique platform for you to interact and exchange experience with fellow airport professionals, industry partners and the IATA team. You will gain insights on how to improve data usage and analytics to support your decision-making process. Furthermore, you will have the chance to:

Join network opportunities with industry partners.

Learn from industry leaders about best practices on passenger data intelligence.

Gain insights from airlines, tourism boards and industry experts.

Hear user experience feedback and learn about exciting new AirportIS enhancements.

IATA AirportIS Forum
2024-10-09 00:00 - 23:59
This forum provides a unique platform for you to interact and exchange experience with fellow airport professionals, industry partners and the IATA team. You will gain insights on how to improve data usage and analytics to support your decision-making process. Furthermore, you will have the chance to:

Learn from industry leaders about best practices on passenger data intelligence.

Hear user experience feedback and learn about exciting new AirportIS enhancements.

Join network opportunities with industry partners.

Global Rail Transport and Infrastructure Exhibition and Conference
2024-10-08 10:00 - 2024-10-10 17:00 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of the Presidential Court, Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, has announced its new flagship event, Global Rail Transport Infrastructure Exhibition and Conference (GRTIEC).

Global Rail will be hosted in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), and leading organiser, dmg events, and is set to take place between 8–10 October 2024 in Abu Dhabi.

Held under the theme of ‘Setting Transport Infrastructure and Global Connectivity in Motion’, Global Rail (GRTIEC) will attract rail and transport industry leaders, strategists, and sector specialists, bringing together 15,000+ senior decision-makers and thought leaders, 1,200+ delegates, and 100+ exhibiting companies from 100+ countries.

Forex Expo Dubai 2024
2024-10-07 10:00 - 2024-10-08 18:00
The Forex Expo Dubai is one of the largest events in the Middle East dedicated to the foreign exchange (Forex) trading industry. It serves as a platform where traders, brokers, investors, and service providers in the Forex market come together to network, learn, and discuss the latest trends and opportunities in the industry.

Routes World 2024 - Kingdom of Bahrain
2024-10-06 00:00 - 2024-10-08 23:59
The Routes World 2024 event brings together airports, aviation stakeholders and airlines from around the globe to integrate on air services and global economic growth.

NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2024
2024-10-04 00:00 - 2024-10-06 23:59
The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2024 are set to take place on October 4 & October 6 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. This exciting event will feature two preseason games between the 17-time NBA champions, the Boston Celtics, and the reigning NBA champions, the Denver Nuggets.

IATA Webinar - Data Protection & International Carriage by Air
2024-10-03 14:00 - 15:30
Experts from IATA, its member airlines and leading global privacy lawyers will introduce the recently published White Paper on Data Protection and International Carriage by Air and help you gain essential insights into:

Types of personal data that airlines handle to facilitate international carriage

Some of key challenges that international airlines face

High level recommendations on the way forward and next steps

Recent developments at ICAO

They will also provide answers to any questions you might want to raise.

Who should attend?

The event is focused on senior management including legal, data protection and privacy and facilitation experts in:

Airlines and other aviation related organizations

Civil aviation authorities and ministries of transport

Council members and representatives to ICAO

ICAO Secretariat

IATA World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC)
2024-10-01 08:00 - 2024-10-03 17:00 | Marrakech, Morocco, Marrakech, Morocco
Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations

The IATA World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) tackles all aspects of safety, including flight operations, cabin operations, maintenance, and crisis management (emergency response planning and aircraft recovery). It is an opportunity to meet, network and develop partnerships with aviation professionals and decision-makers, gathered over 3 days under one roof.

The first IATA WSOC took place in Vietnam in September 2023 with over 600 representatives from 58 countries who convened for this inaugural edition.

The conference will feature over 45 hours of expert sessions over 4 tracks (Safety, Cabin, Flight Ops, and Crisis Management), will provide 15+ hours of exclusive networking opportunities, and will showcase the latest innovative solutions from sponsors and exhibitors.

Future Hospitality Summit
2024-09-30 08:00 - 2024-10-02 17:00 | Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This year we are creating an intersection for the world of hospitality where the industry invests in its future.

FHS World 2024 will feature several new exciting initiatives and partnerships. The Branded Residences Forum, a one-day exclusive event taking place on 2 October 2024, will focus on the thriving sector of branded residences. For the first time ever, FHS World will host the semi-finals of the UN Tourism’s Women in Tech startup competition, showcasing innovative solutions from women-led tech startups. Additionally, the #FHSWomenPower initiative will facilitate more women in the hospitality industry, supporting female leaders and driving gender diversity in the hospitality industry.

This year, we are presenting expanded Themes of Focus including Tech & Innovation, Sustainable Construction, Real Estate Hotelisation and Country Pavilions.

Aviation News Conference 2024
2024-09-30 00:00 - 2024-10-02 23:59
The Aviation News Conference 2024 in Dubai is scheduled to take place from September 30 to October 2, 2024, at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai. This event will bring together industry leaders and professionals to discuss the latest trends and developments in aviation.

Future Hospitality Summit World 2024
2024-09-30 00:00 - 2024-10-02 23:59
An intersection for the world of hospitality where the industry invests in its future. ‘Technology & Innovation’ is an enhanced theme of focus for this year’s FHS in Dubai.

Abu Dhabi Longboard Classic
2024-09-27 00:00 - 2024-09-29 23:59
Abu Dhabi is set to be the third stop on the WSL Longboard Tour. This event will take place at Surf Abu Dhabi, a state-of-the-art wave facility on Hudayriyat Island. The Longboard Tour brings together some of the world’s best longboard surfers, who will compete in this newly announced venue that features advanced wave technology.

AlUla Skies Festival 2024
2024-09-26 08:00 - 2024-10-05 17:00
During the day, hot-air balloons offer spectacular flights over AlUla’s breathtaking scenery. And during the night, you can return to earth for under the stars picnics and stargazing experiences. Watch out for more AlUla Skies Festival 2024 updates on our social media @alulamoments.

Global Aerospace Summit (GAS)
2024-09-25 00:00 - 2024-09-26 23:59
The Global Aerospace Summit, hosted by Mubadala, is an invitation only event for C-level executives in the aerospace, defence, space and aviation industries. Gathering industry and government at the highest level, this three-day event is set to showcase the UAE’s path to being the Middle East’s biggest aerospace hub.

IATA Digital Cargo Conference Geneva, Switzerland
2024-09-24 09:00 - 2024-09-25 13:00 | IATA Conference Center, Geneva, Switzerland
The Digital Cargo Conference provides a platform for industry professionals with a stake in digital cargo to interact with each other and be informed about the latest worldwide developments, in terms of regulation, standards, business processes, and technology. This edition will focus on strategies and timelines to implement ONE Record and dive into the transformative impact of Generative AI on the air cargo industry.

Who should attend

Professionals of the air cargo supply chain focusing on innovation, transformation, and data management

Industry CxOs (CIOs, CTOs, CKOs, CXOs, even CEOs for IT providers), Directors of Technology, Heads of Digital Transformation

Digital Cargo project leaders and professionals

IATA World Sustainability Symposium (WSS)
2024-09-24 09:00 - 2024-09-25 13:00 | Loews Coral Gables Hotel, Florida, United States
As governments are now aligned with the industry’s commitment to decarbonize aviation by 2050, IATA’s World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) brings together industry and governments to debate and discuss the key enablers for aviation’s successful decarbonization.

The aim of WSS is to gather and support the global community of sustainability experts needed to realize aviation’s biggest challenge ever.

The first edition of WSS took place on 3-4 October 2023 in Madrid, Spain.
