Monday, July 15, 2024 The International Air Transport Association’s ( IATA ) premier European aviation event, Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) is gearing up for its 5 th edition. This year, the spotlight shines on Rome, Italy, as WOCE convenes on November 20 th and 21 st , 2024. Hosted by ITA Airways , the event promises to be a cornerstone for shaping future aviation policy and navigating the industry’s most pressing challenges.
WOCE: A Platform for Progress WOCE has established itself as a vital platform for European aviation stakeholders. Industry leaders, regulators, and policymakers come together to discuss, debate, and collaborate on critical issues impacting the air transport sector. The 2023 edition in Amsterdam tackled environmental and financial sustainability, infrastructure and capacity and the evolving passenger experience.
Building on this success, WOCE 2024 focuses on “Shaping policy to further increase the value of a competitive and sustainable European aviation.” Sustainability Takes Center Stage Sustainability remains a top priority for European aviation. The industry grapples with reducing its environmental footprint while ensuring economic viability.
WOCE 2024 is expected to delve into key initiatives like sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs), carbon offsetting schemes, and infrastructure upgrades to improve fuel efficiency. Discussions on policy frameworks that incentivize airlines and manufacturers to adopt cleaner technologies are also likely to take .
