- The Future Aviation Forum 2024 took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from May 20 to May 22, hosted by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).
- 102 agreements, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), and deals were signed during the event, with 16 of them signed by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- The event saw the participation of over 8,500 aviation specialists and leaders from 130 different countries, including 31 ministers and 77 civil aviation authority leaders.
The event took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the 24th of May, 2024. The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) was the host organization for the Future Aviation Forum 2024, which took place from May 20 to May 22 in Riyadh. Under the theme "Elevating Global Connectivity," the for the third annual meeting marked an important milestone with the signing of 102 agreements, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), and deals. Us), and deals were signed. Of these, the Kingdom signed 16 agreements, MOUs, and records of conversations. We anticipate that each and every one of these phenomena will significantly impact the aviation business worldwide. President Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Duailej of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GACA) extended his appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for their consistent support of the civil aviation industry. He mentioned that Engineer Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistics and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the GACA, initiated the conference this year, which witnessed an exceptional level of involvement from high-level individuals.
Over 8,500 aviation specialists and leaders from around the world gathered to discuss and influence aviation's future. These individuals included 31 ministers and 77 civil aviation authority leaders from 130 different countries.During the events that took place during the conference, Eng. Al-Jasser signed cooperation agreements and recorded conversations. These activities included the signing of air-transport agreements between the Kingdom of Cambodia, Mozambique, Kiribati, and the Kingdom of Eswatini together with Cambodia. These agreements aim to improve the air transportation system and strengthen the Kingdom's position as a worldwide logistics center, which is a fundamental pillar of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.In order to strengthen cooperation and embody the strategic partnership in the field of developing the future and methods of modern aviation transport in the sector, the president of the GACA signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with Brunei Darussalam, Grenada, Malawi, Lithuania, El Salvador, Uzbekistan, and Romania in the field of air-transport services.
Each of the respective countries' regulations, laws, and instructions guided the signing of these memoranda. He signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Latin American Civil Aviation Commission (LACAC) to enhance their engagement in civil aviation.Additionally, he signed Memorandums of Understanding with several nations to expand the range of issues under collaboration. The partnership with the "Elm" company intends to encourage innovation by utilizing cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence, as well as cultivating human capital for the purpose of improving operational procedures. The agreement with the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information aims to expand the use of geospatial data in advanced airspace applications. We have established a Memorandum of Understanding with the Environment Fund to collaborate on promoting ecologically friendly behaviors, raising environmental consciousness, and encouraging research and innovation to achieve ecological sustainability. The president of the GACA issued an economic license to the Saudi company known as "Jet Gourmet".
This license allows the company to offer on-board catering services at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. The goal of this development is to encourage international businesses to join the United Kingdom's aviation industry. The General Aviation Confederation of America (GACA) granted the second economic license for airplane catering services after the introduction of economic regulations for ground handling and air freight services. These laws were intended to create an environment that encourages competition and investment. In order to study the possibilities of localizing the aviation industry and expanding the local supply chain, the authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Chinese company COMAC.GACA reached partnerships with a number of different parties. Ali bin Mohammed Rajab, executive vice president of Air Transport and International Cooperation, signed a cooperation agreement in the field of air transport services between the government of Saudi Arabia and the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which was represented by Ambassador Extraordinary Nasina Mahongo.
The purpose of this agreement is to prepare regulatory frameworks for air transport movement between the two countries in a safe, orderly, and sound manner. Mohammed bin Saad Al-Fawzan, Vice President of the Authority for Aviation Security, established the principles that guided the signing of this agreement. Additionally, Elm Company signed an implementation contract with Elm Company for air transit cargo services via the "Washaj" electronic platform for air freight in order to automate all transit shipping operations.GACA Aviation Safety and Environmental Sustainability Executive Vice President Captain Sulaiman bin Saleh Al Muhaimedi signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Center for Vegetation Development and Combating Desertification. The MoU aimed to enhance collaboration between the two organizations, promoting environmentally sustainable practices and aiding in the creation, execution, and management of various environmental protection projects and programs. In order to accomplish the Kingdom's objectives regarding climate change, Al Muhaimedi signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company.
Additionally, he signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Centre for Waste Management in order to increase cooperation between the two parties in ways that are beneficial to the Kingdom's growth. In addition, Mohammed Abdulaziz Al-Hamad, the Vice President of Shared Services at the General Aviation Council (GACA), recently inked a business intelligence service agreement with the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This agreement will assist the authority in enhancing the organization's data regarding air transportation. Riyadh Airports Company was the one responsible for organizing the Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific & Middle East/AACI World Annual General Assembly, Conference, and Exhibition (WAGA 2024), which took place in Riyadh. In addition to authorities and chief executive officers from the aviation industry, Salvatore Sciacchitano, the President of the Council of the United Nations International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), was present at the occasion.
