Monday, October 7, 2024 The 29th edition of Routes World , the premier global aviation event, officially opened today at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre. This year’s conference, taking place from October 6 to 8, marks the first time the event has been hosted in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Over 2,300 delegates from 230 airlines and 530 airports worldwide have gathered to discuss the future of the aviation industry and enhance global air connectivity.
The event is being hosted by Bahrain International Airport (BIA), managed by Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), in collaboration with the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) and the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB). Prominent attendees at the opening ceremony included Mohamed bin Thamer AlKaabi, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications; Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism; Sara Ahmed Buhiji, CEO of BTEA; and Khalid Hussain Taqi, Chairman of Gulf Air Group (GFG). In his welcoming address, Minister AlKaabi highlighted the importance of Routes World as a crucial platform for discussions aimed at shaping the future of the global aviation sector.
He noted that hosting the event in Bahrain offers participants an opportunity to explore the Kingdom’s capabilities and strategic location, which are vital in fostering a sustainable and thriving aviation industry. Minister Al Sairafi emphasized that the event aligns with the objectives of the Tourism Strategy 2022-2026, strengthening the co.
