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Airline Performance and Fleet Trends in Asia-Pacific

This region has long been one of the most dynamic in aviation with some of the best-known and most respected airline brands in the world, but it is also home to fast growing disruptors with new and exciting business models. Drawing on expert insights and data from Airline Business, this FlightGlobal presentation will examine the key fleet trends, network developments, and market drivers and look at who could be the sector’s winners and losers in 2026 and beyond.

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Commercial Aviation Leadership Summit

Five prominent industry leaders join FlightGlobal’s Murdo Morrison to discuss what will be driving the commercial aviation market across the Asia-Pacific market in 2026 and beyond, including passenger and cargo traffic trends, the fleet requirement pipeline, delivery and supply chain challenges, airport and other infrastructure developments, and the impact of wider geopolitical events. 

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Strengthening Cyber Resilience in an Interconnected Aviation Ecosystem

The aviation sector is undergoing significant digital transformation, with increased connectivity, the adoption of AI-enabled systems, and more complex global supply chains. Whilst digital transformation enhances operational efficiency, they also introduce new cybersecurity challenges.​

​This dialogue features Mr David Koh, Chief Executive of the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), who will share perspectives on strengthening cybersecurity across the aviation ecosystem. CSA serves as Singapore’s national authority for cybersecurity, supporting critical infrastructure protection and sector-wide cyber resilience.​

The session will be moderated by Mr Benjamin Ang, Senior Fellow and Head of the Centre of Excellence for National Security and Head of Digital Impact Research.​

Drawing on recent incidents and ongoing technological trends, the conversation will explore key cybersecurity shifts in the aviation sector, highlighting CSA's risk-based approach to addressing emerging risks in an increasingly connected world. It will discuss the importance of securing cyber defences across borders and the role of international cooperation. Finally, the session will look ahead to the future of cybersecurity in aviation.

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Mr. David KOH

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Defence Market Outlook: Asia Spotlight

Global military spending is growing at its fastest rate since the Cold War as geopolitical tensions rise in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. This session will examine the emerging defence spending and military procurement trends and how they are shifting the shape of the global defence market, with a particular focus on developments in Asia.

Autonomy in Action: Path to Human Machine Teaming

Autonomy is reshaping mission effectiveness and operational safety. This session unpacks advances in AI-driven autonomy, ethical considerations and real-world applications in both defence and civil sectors.

Parts, Partners and Production: An Outlook on Aircraft Manufacturing

Commercial aerospace OEMs are under pressure to scale up faster than ever, putting the supply chain eco-system at a pivotal crossroad amidst persistent constraints. Join industry leaders as they unpack the challenges and opportunities of ramping up production, assess supply chain readiness and reveal how lessons from recent crises are driving smarter, more resilient growth.

Building a Sustainable Air Hub in Asia: Singapore’s Vision for Low-Carbon Aviation

As one of the world’s most connected aviation hubs, Singapore sits at the crossroads of growth and climate responsibility. In this fireside chat, Daniel Ng, Chief Sustainability Officer at the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), shares how Singapore is translating ambition in its Sustainable Air Hub Blueprint into actions. The discussion will explore Singapore’s in regional as well as global aviation decarbonization, the balance between environmental goals and competitiveness, passenger levies on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and key roles undertaken by the Asia-Pacific Sustainable Aviation Centre (APSAC). The conversation offers lessons for regulators, airlines, and airports navigating the transition to clean aviation.

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Mr. Daniel NG

Chief Sustainability Officer

Aviation in Global Energy Transition​

The scale and source of CO2 emissions in the global transport sector are expected to change markedly over the next 25 years. In road transport, energy demand is projected to peak in 2028 and then decline, driven primarily by electrification. In contrast, fossil fuels are likely to continue dominating energy use in shipping and aviation through 2050, reflecting slower uptake of clean fuels. In 2050, aviation's share of carbon emissions from transport is expected to rise from 13% today to about 25% by mid-century.​

Technological advances and deployment of more sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will reduce the carbon intensity of flying in the future. However, this requires significant policy interventions. This presentation examines how aviation will evolve in the era of global energy transition, the key challenges it faces, and how decarbonization progress in non-aviation sectors may impact aviation.​

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Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Heading in the Right Direction

A year after the start of the ReFuelEU SAF mandate and expecting the start of Singapore's SAF target later this year, the market for SAF is moving in the right direction. Neste's Mario Mifsud will share his perspective on the developments and what is needed to further accelerate SAF demand and production.

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Sustainable Aviation: Charting the Course to Net Zero

The aviation industry’s net-zero ambition by 2050 is no longer a distant aspiration – it is a near-term operational challenge. With passenger traffic rebounding and global climate expectations intensifying, the pressure is on to demonstrate credible, scalable pathways to decarbonisation. The solutions on the table such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), next-gen propulsion systems, aircraft redesign and operational efficiency however all come with their own challenges.

Curated by Alton Aviation Consultancy, this panel will explore the multifaceted roadmap toward sustainable aviation, from near-term levers such as fuel-efficiency programs and SAF, to longer-term innovations like hydrogen propulsion, electric aircraft, and radically new aircraft designs. It will also examine the policy, regulatory, and financial frameworks needed to accelerate adoption, scale innovation and foster cross-border collaboration to enable the transformative shift in how we power flight.

Mr. Mario MIFSUD

 APAC AAM Report for Asia 2025

The Asia Paicifc AAM Report 2025 focuses on passenger carrying eVTOL market in Asia Pacific, with 48 eVTOL models included that are release on or before 2025. As China is a dominant eVTOL market, this report unveils some of China's AAM policy and companies that are active in the field.

 AAM Dual-Use Technologies: Opportunities & Challenges Globally

This panel convenes key experts working at the intersection of civil aviation, defense operations, and disaster-response technologies. Senior representatives from different regions worldwide will discuss how dual-use concepts are shaping the future of advanced air and mobility operations—both in Singapore and globally. The conversation will explore how emerging aviation technologies can serve civilian needs while also supporting national defense, emergency response, humanitarian missions, and critical infrastructure resilience.

Moderated by NexAvian, this interactive session will provide the audience with the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers, ask questions, and gain practical insights into real-world applications of dual-use aviation solutions across APAC and beyond.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising aviation — transforming how the industry operates, makes decisions, and delivers value. Once a futuristic vision, AI is now enabling real-world breakthroughs across the entire ecosystem — from airlines and airports to OEMs and MROs. As adoption accelerates, organisations are discovering how to harness AI's power responsibly, balancing innovation with trust, transparency and accountability.

This session organised by Alton Aviation Consultancy brings together industry leaders who are turning AI's promise into operational impact. Discover how aviation stakeholders are leveraging intelligent systems to automate complex maintenance processes, optimise flight operations, enhance safety monitoring and elevate the passenger experience.

As aviation navigates this digital transformation, the need for ethical deployment and robust governance has never been greater. The panel will explore how the industry is establishing guardrails around data governance, algorithmic bias, cybersecurity, and human oversight — setting new standards for responsible innovation in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment.

Through real-world insights and collaborative perspectives, this discussion will showcase how the aviation ecosystem is building the foundations for safe, scalable and sustainable AI transformation — ensuring that technology enhances, rather than replaces, human expertise.

Elevating Aviation through Inclusive Innovation: Building a Diverse, Relevant and Future-Ready Industry

Inclusivity is a critical driver of innovation, resilience, and long-term sustainability in aviation. Diverse teams bring broader perspectives, leading to more innovative, accessible and effective solutions. As the industry serves a global audience, it must reflect that diversity in both its workforce and the systems it designs.

Women remain underrepresented in technical and leadership roles in aviation. Targeted recruitment, inclusive policies, and leadership development programs are essential to closing these gaps. Amplifying female role models and mentorship opportunities will inspire girls and women to pursue and grow in aviation careers.

A diverse and inclusive workforce is not only a solution to current labour shortages—it is an enabler of smarter, safer, and more sustainable aviation systems. When inclusion is embedded in strategy, leadership, and operations, it drives innovation that is both meaningful and impactful.

Moderated by Alton Aviation Consultancy and supported by Women in Aviation Singapore Chapter, this panel will explore how the aviation industry can harness the power of diversity and inclusion to shape a more equitable, competitive, and future-ready sector.

Beyond the Horizon: The Global Race to Commercialise Advanced Air Mobility

International Forum on Green Aviation