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IATA World Cargo Symposium

9 to 11 March 2027

Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, Calgary, Canada

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1,200
Visitors
5
Exhibitors
3 days
Duration
Calgary
Canada

About the event

The IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) is an annual air cargo conference organised by the International Air Transport Association. It offers plenary sessions, specialised streams, workshops and executive summits on technology, innovation, security, customs, cargo operations and sustainability, alongside an exhibition.

The 2027 edition takes place from 9 to 11 March 2027 at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre in Calgary, Canada.

  • Nearly 1,200 delegates at the 2026 edition in Lima, Peru
  • Plenary sessions, specialised streams, workshops and executive summits
  • Topics include digitalisation, security, customs, cargo operations and sustainability
  • Attended by airlines, airports, ground handlers, freight forwarders and GSAs

Figures from the 2026 edition, as published by the organiser.

Who attends

Cargo airlines, forwarders, shippers, handlers and regulators.

  • Cargo airlines
  • Forwarders
  • Airports
  • Shippers
  • Handlers
  • Media
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Sponsors

Sponsors of IATA World Cargo Symposium, as published by the organiser.

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) logo

    Calgary International Airport (YYC)

    YYC Calgary International Airport is run by Calgary Airports, also called the Calgary Airport Authority. The authority also runs Springbank Airport.

    Host Airport sponsor

  • CHAMP logo

    CHAMP

    CHAMP Cargosystems provides software for the air cargo industry. The website says the company has been dedicated to air cargo for over 30 years.

    Gold sponsor

  • A

    Airbus

    Airbus is a European aerospace group. It designs and builds commercial aircraft, helicopters, defence systems and space systems.

    Silver sponsor

  • W

    WestJet

    WestJet is a Canadian airline founded in 1996 with nearly 200 aircraft, a Calgary hub and service to over 100 destinations.

    Host Airline sponsor

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What you need to plan a visit to IATA World Cargo Symposium.

  • Opening hours
    9 to 11 March 2027. Daily hours on the official website.
  • Registration and tickets
    See the official website for registration.

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Location

Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, Calgary, Canada

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Exterior of the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre in downtown Calgary

Calgary TELUS Convention Centre

Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, 136 8th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K6, Canada

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How to get there

  • From YYC

    Calgary International Airport, about 17 km from the venue.
  • Flying privately

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