What is the event focus?

Airport expansion, modernization, technology, passenger experience, sustainability, and investment aligned with Vision 2030.

Where and when is the event taking place?

16–17 December 2025 at Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center

Why you should not miss it?

With a $147B airport expansion underway—and flagship projects like King Salman International being among the world’s largest—this Forum is your gateway to decision-makers, cutting-edge solutions, and high-level partnerships fueling Saudi’s aviation transformation.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Smart business attire recommended.

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Global Airports Forum 2025

Name: Global Airports Forum 2025
Start: 2025-12-16T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-12-17T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center

Saudi’s largest airport exhibition & summit, uniting global tech, investment, policy, and leadership to support $147B expansion.

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Date and Time

December 16 - December 17

Location

Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center

King Abdullah Road Riyadh Province 11564

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About This Event

Global Airports Forum 2025 is a Industry & Manufacturing event taking place 16-17 Dec 2025 at Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Global Airports Forum 2025 (formerly Saudi Airport Exhibition) is the Kingdom’s premier aviation infrastructure summit. It convenes government authorities, airlines, airport operators, ground handlers, investors, and tech providers to support Saudi Arabia’s strategy to expand airport capacity to 330 million passengers and connect 250 destinations by 2030.

Key Highlights

Massive scale: 15,000 m² exhibition floor, 300+ exhibitors, and 10,000+ aviation industry professionals.
Extensive conference programme: 100+ speakers with concurrent events like Global Aviation Issues, Women in Aviation Assembly & Airport Excellence Awards.
Premium networking: 5,000+ pre-scheduled B2B meetings, VIP buyers, and executive roundtables.
Themes: Expansion – Innovation – Collaboration, aligning with $147B airport program and Vision 2030 modernization goals.

Who Should Attend?

Airport authorities & terminal operators
Aviation regulators and policymakers
Airlines, ground handling and GHA service providers
Infrastructure investors & financiers
Tech suppliers (AI, IoT, biometrics, baggage, security)
Passenger-experience and terminal operations heads
ESG and airport sustainability specialists
Women in aviation advocates and leaders
Research and consultancy experts in aviation

Main Event Features

Global Aviation Issues Conference: In-depth sessions on capacity, finance, sustainability, and strategic expansion
Women in Aviation General Assembly: Empowerment sessions and networking for female professionals
Airport Excellence Awards: Gala celebrating technology, service, and innovation achievements