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IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit

30 May to 1 June 2027

Xiamen, China

Photo: Rolfmueller, CC BY-SA 3.0

1,500
Visitors
3 days
Duration
Xiamen
China

About the event

The IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) is the yearly meeting of the International Air Transport Association, which represents over 370 member airlines. Besides its governance role as IATA's highest authority, the AGM is a forum where airline leaders debate industry issues and adopt industry positions.

The 83rd AGM will be hosted by Xiamen Airlines in Xiamen, China, from 30 May to 1 June 2027.

  • Some 1,500 representatives of member airlines, partners, associations and manufacturers usually attend
  • Hosted by Xiamen Airlines, the first AGM held in Xiamen
  • Third AGM held in China, after Shanghai (2002) and Beijing (2012)
  • Held annually since 1945, with the first AGM in Montreal

Figures as published by the organiser.

Who attends

Airline CEOs, IATA members, partners and media.

  • Airlines
  • Airports
  • Suppliers
  • Tourism boards
  • Analysts
  • Media
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Visitor information

What you need to plan a visit to IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit.

  • Opening hours
    30 May to 1 June 2027. Daily hours on the official website.
  • Registration and tickets
    See the official website for registration.

Official visitor information. For the latest details, check the organiser’s website.

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Location

Xiamen, China

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How to get there

  • From XMN

    Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport, about 10 km from the venue.
  • Flying privately

    Charter operators in China can fly you in. Request quotes from several at once.
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