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Aviation Connect – Airfreight Pharma

Date: 29th - 31st Oct 2024
Overview

Bringing 6 events under one roof to maximise the busy schedules of aviation executives from around the world. The Air Cargo Handling & Logistics (ACHL) Conference, airfreight pharma, ASA Leadership Forum and GSE & Ramp-Ops, ULD CARE and Road Feeder Services.

Bringing stakeholders and industry bodies from around the globe a fantastic opportunity for the supply chain to enhance their understanding and knowledge of the handling of pharma products. Delegates can expect to enjoy lively, open and honest discussions at the subject. Airfreight Pharma events are designed to bring the industry together, sharing best practice and innovation to create a seamless pharma handling chain – and so a primary focus will be on fostering even greater collaboration, cooperation and communication between stakeholders of the industry.

Speakers

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13:30 - 17:00
ULD CARE – (Room Boardroom)

17:00 - 20:00
Registration Opens

19:30 - 22:30
Thank you Drinks & Dinner: Speakers, Sponsors and Exhibitors

09:00 - 19:00
Registration Opens

10:00 - 12:30
ASA Supervisory and Operating Boards Meeting

For ASA Governors or on invitation only

10:00 - 13:00
COOL CHAIN - Association Workshop (Room Boardroom)

11:00 - 12:30
Innovation Showcase

11:05 – 11:15  Li Jin, Founder & CEO, iTran Systems

11:15 – 11:25  Esad Taha Cakici, Director of Aviation Business, ICRON

11:25 – 11:35  Matt Petot, Founder & CEO, Cargo Ai

11:35 – 11:45  Bob Rogers, VP & Treasurer, ULD Care

11:45 – 11:55  Raoul Paul, Founder, CargoHub

11:55 – 12:10  Stuart Maddocks, Co-Founder & Director, Clemorton

12:10 – 12:20  Dr Emre Serpen, Founder, TroyAvi Aviation Consultants

12:20 – 12:30  Linda Arvanitopulu, Head of Corporate Strategy, Golden Support

11:30 - 13:00
Celebrating Diversity in Aviation – High-Tea

12:30 - 14:30
Exhibition Opens & Welcome Lunch

14:30 - 17:00
1-2-1 Meetings

14:30 - 15:00
Open Plenary - Welcome Note

Mark Pilling, ARGS Editor, Master of Ceremonies

    • Henrik Ambak, ACHL Chairperson
    • Fabio Gamba, Director General, ASA
    • Bob Rogers, VP & Treasurer, ULD Care
    • Stephan Pieters, Commercial Director, Jan de Rijk, RFS Chairperson
    • Stavros Evangelakakis, CCA Board Member, airfreight pharma Conference Chairperson
    • Robert Powell, VP President, Technical Services, dnata, GSE&RAMP-OPS – Conference Chairperson

15:00 - 15:15
Special Address

Prof. Dr. Kemal Yuksek, Turkish DGCA Director General

15:15 - 15:45
Presentation: State of the Industry

Is 2024 going to be the best year ever for air transport? Is a sustainable growth finally going to unfold for the foreseeable future? Any clouds on the horizon that the industry need to monitor?

 

Mayur Patel, OAG Regional Sales Director

15:45 - 16:30
Panel: Enhancing Collaboration Amongst the Stakeholders

Ground Handling, streamlining pharma logistics within air cargo operations, optimising road feeder services for efficient airport connectivity, enhancing ULD management for improved cargo handling, innovating airport services and ground support equipment, addressing regulatory challenges across the supply chain.

 

Moderator – Henrik Ambak, ACHL Chairperson
Joep Bruijs, Senior Vice President Global Logistics, Cargolux Airlines

Dawit Woubishet, Logistics Practitioner, Air Freight Expert, Board member, FIATA,

Kai Domschet, CEO, CHI (Cargo handling International)

Brendan Sullivan, Global Head, Cargo at International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Serkan Eren, Ground Operations Director, MNG Airlines
Marie Seco-Kõppen, Executive Director Cargo, Cargo iQ

15:45 - 16:15
ASA Award Ceremony 1: Nomination and Awards 2024

The GH & Cargo sector, via a jury of carefully selected neutral personalities, recognises the individuals and companies for their outstanding contribution to their cause. The Awards are covering the following fields:

 

  • Personality of the year: for his/her exceptional contribution to the ensemble of the ground handling community

 

  • GH company of the year: the company that has brought excellence in ground handling to a new degree.

 

  • Cargo handling agent of the year: the company that delivered the best value to its customers.

 

  • GSE Provider of the year: for the most innovative device/service put on the market.

17:15 - 19:00
WELCOME DRINKS & CANAPES

Open to all – Venue: (Exhibition Hall – Ballroom)

08:00 - 17:00
Registration

09:00 - 17:30
1-2-1 Meetings

08:15 - 09:30
ASA President/CEO BREAKFAST

By invitation only – Venue: Renaissance Polat

09:30 - 09:40
Welcome

Stavros Evangelakakis, CCA Board Member, airfreight pharma Conference Chairperson

09:40 - 10:10
Optimising Pharmaceutical Airfreight: Ensuring Temperature Compliance

Exploring the pivotal role of temperature management in airfreight for pharmaceuticals. Maintaining optimal conditions, crucial for the effectiveness and safety of sensitive products like vaccines, biologics, and drugs. Navigate the stringent guidelines from regulatory bodies such as the FDA and EMA, outlining pharmaceutical transportation requirements. Compliance strategies essential for upholding product quality.

Andy Faes, Regional Manager Healthcare Vertical Europe, Expeditors

Andreas Behnke, CEO & Station Manager Basel, Swissport

10:10 - 11:15
What does Green Mean in Brussels?

A view from the European Union.

 

Gerton Hulsman, Board Member, Cool Chain Association

Karin Smit-Jacobs, Administrator Structural Policies – Team Leader/Country Coordinator Netherlands, EU Parliament

 

11:15 - 11:40
COFFEE BREAK – (Exhibition Hall - Ballroom)

11:45 - 12:30
Optimising Supply Chain Efficiency and Resilience in Airfreight Pharmaceuticals

This session will explore strategies for optimising supply chain efficiency and building resilience in airfreight pharmaceuticals. Discussions will cover agile supply chain practices, risk management strategies, and collaborative approaches to mitigate disruptions and enhance overall efficiency.

Moderator: tbc

Yulia Celetaria, Head of Logistics, Early Health Group

Olivier Mary, Sales Director & Europe Head of Clinical Trial Services – Supply Chain, Euromed Pharma

Romane Cordier, Senior Freight Specialist, Integra LifeSciences

Miguel Rodríguez MBA, Head of Cargo Products, Qatar Airways

12:30 - 13:00
Securing Pharmaceutical Airfreight: Managing Risks and Challenges

Delving into the protection of valuable pharmaceuticals against theft and tampering during airfreight. Essential security measures, including tamper-evident packaging, tracking systems, and secure transportation protocols. Addressing logistical risks such as delays, loss, or damaged pharmaceuticals. Effective risk management strategies to uphold a resilient and reliable pharmaceutical supply chain. Ensure the safeguarding of pharmaceutical products and the seamless flow of airfreight operations.

Presentation
Lorenzo Donato, Area General Manager Southern Europe & Balkans, Etihad

13:00 - 13:30
Sustainability in Transportation and Packaging

Katharina Tyrakowski, Senior Manager PM and ESG, Ferring Pharmaceuticals

Chiara Venuti, Board Member, Cool Chain Association

13:30 - 14:45
LUNCH – (Exhibition Hall - Ballroom)

14:45 - 15:15
Updated ULD technology on the market – Cutting down on waste/irregularity

Ian Buck, Managing Director, OakSure Associates

Mohamed Nouh, Business Development Director SkyMind, SkyCell

15:15 - 15:45
Future of Digitization in Pharma Logistics

Natalie Niers, Board Member, Cool Chain Association

Andy Faes, Regional Manager Healthcare Vertical Europe, Expeditors

Yulia Celetaria, Head of Logistics, Early Health Group

Georgia Collis, Sales Director, CO3

15:45 - 16:15
Opportunity for joint GDP Audits

Veronica Padilla, Chief of Staff, Qualifyze

Natalie Niers, Board Member, Cool Chain Association

16:15 - 16:45
Wings of Time: Old Vs New aircraft technology

Juan Devarez, Product Development and Implementation, MSC Air Cargo

16:45 - 17:15
CCA - What trials have the CCA done previously, what are the outcomes and what are next steps?

Vijan Chetty, General Manager: Coastal, PPECB

Felix Johannes, Commercial Representative Operations, Lamprecht Pharma Logistics

17:15 - 17:30
Chairperson - Closing Session

19:00 - 23:00
Meet in the Hotel Lobby: for Networking Dinner

09:00 - 10:00
Registration

09:00 - 12:30
1-2-1 Meetings

09:00 - 09:05
Technology

Technology, whether it’s data sharing, exchange, management, or advancements in warehouse automation and robotics, is transforming industries. And with the growing impact of AI, the opportunities on the horizon are even more exciting.

 

 

Moderator – Chris Notter

Mukesh Mudholkar, VP, Kale Logistics Solutions

Lionel van der Walt, Chief Commercial Officer, Nallian

Esad Taha Cakici, Director of Aviation Business, ICRON

Bas Vermeer, Chief Information Officer, Unilode Aviation Solutions

Pedro Garcia, CIO, WFS

09:50 - 10:45
The Case for Minimum Ground/Cargo Handling Operating Standards.

In today’s dynamic aviation industry, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability in ground/cargo handling operations is paramount. This session will explore the critical need for establishing and implementing minimum standards for ground handling and cargo operations across the aviation sector. Participants will delve into the challenges, opportunities, and best practices for setting and adhering to these standards, ultimately enhancing the overall safety and effectiveness of aviation operations worldwide.

Moderator: Henrik Ambak, ACHL Chairperson

  • Monika Mejstrikova, IATA Director Ground Ops
  • Glyn Hughes, TIACA Director General
  • Wilson Kwong, HACTL CEO
  • Julia Egerer, EASA Aerodromes Standards & Implementation Section Manager
  • Kester Meijer, Director Operational Integrity, Compliance & Safety – ISCM, KLM

11:15 - 12:00
Shaping the Next-Generation of Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

The landscape of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is poised for a transformative shift as manufacturers and buyers converge to envision the Next-Generation (Next-GEN) of GSE solutions. This conference session delves into the crucial discussion of what the future holds for GSE and the essential elements required to shape its evolution.

Moderator: Ryan Abram, dnata COO Airport Operations

  • Mehmet Bozdemir, Havaş Assistant General Manager
  • Danny Vrancks, Aviaco CEO
  • Naif Jumah, Aerospace Jet Group CEO

12:00 - 12:30
Shaping the Next-Generation of Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

The landscape of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is poised for a transformative shift as manufacturers and buyers converge to envision the Next-Generation (Next-GEN) of GSE solutions. This conference session delves into the crucial discussion of what the future holds for GSE and the essential elements required to shape its evolution.

Moderator: Ryan Abram, dnata COO Airport Operations

  • Mehmet Bozdemir, Havaş Assistant General Manager
  • Danny Vrancks, Aviaco CEO
  • Naif Jumah, Aerospace Jet Group CEO

12:00 - 12:30
Reflecting on Conference Insights: Setting Targets for 2025

During this session, conference chairpersons convene to share key takeaways from their respective panels and identify lingering challenges requiring further attention. They provide the audience with insights into how they plan to address the issues discussed throughout the conference sessions.

Together, they aim to outline actionable targets and strategies for achieving them by 2025, fostering a collaborative environment committed to progress and innovation in their respective fields.

  • Mark Pilling, ARGS Editor, ALF Master of Ceremonies – Moderator
    • Fabio Gamba, Director General, ASA
    • Henrik Ambak, ACHL Chairperson
    • Bob Rogers, VP & Treasurer, ULD Care
    • Jason Breakwell, Commercial Director, Wallenborn Transports
    • Stavros Evangelakakis, CCA Board Member
    • Robert Powell, VP President, Technical Services, dnata, GSE&RAMP-OPS – Conference Chairperson

12:30 - 12:45
Raffle Draw

12:45 - 13:30
Master of Ceremony Farewell & Announcement (2025 Event)

12:50 - 14:30
LUNCH – END OF CONFERENCE

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