In Baku, with the support of Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), which operates under the Azerbaijan Transport and Communication Holding (AZCON Holding), the IATA (International Air Transport Association) Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) has started, APA-Economics reports.
This important international event hosted by Azerbaijan is being held from May 13-15, 2025.
The AEF, held for the first time in the Caucasus and Caspian Sea region, is the main industry gathering for the global aviation fuel community. It provides a unique platform for airline representatives, fuel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) suppliers, and other strategic partners of IATA to discuss the energy challenges facing modern aviation and strengthen global cooperation in this field. Additionally, this platform allows for collaboration to achieve the aviation industry's goal of zero CO2 emissions by 2050.
In the opening ceremony, Samir Rzayev, the President of AZAL JSC, emphasized the importance of hosting the AEF, one of the most prestigious events in the international aviation fuel industry: "The organization of this important forum in Baku is a reflection of our country's growing strategic role in the global aviation sector and energy transition, and it confirms Azerbaijan's active participation in shaping the sustainable aviation agenda. The path to sustainable aviation and the 'Net Zero' goal requires the synergy of innovative energy solutions, and these solutions can only be achieved through experience exchange and strong partnerships. We are proud and pleased that our country once again plays an essential role in global cooperation. AZAL, in turn, remains committed to supporting the decarbonization of the aviation industry and will continue to develop its sustainability agenda."
Representatives from over 60 countries and more than 70 airlines, with nearly 800 registered participants in total, gathered at the forum. From May 13-15, the AEF will host several panel discussions, as well as sessions on technical and commercial topics. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to meet with sponsors in the exhibition area, explore innovative approaches, and establish new collaborations.
Note that the AEF, the leading industry event for the global aviation fuel community, is only intended for invited IATA members and IATA's strategic partners in the fuel sector.
