TIACA announced the launch of an Air Cargo Forum (ACF) in in Abu Dhabi Yas Island from 4 to 6 November 2025. The event, which is organised by TIACA and MGME, is sponsored by the Department of Culture and Tourism, and hosted by Etihad Cargo.
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Building on the success of the Miami Air Cargo Forum, held every two years, the Board of Directors has taken the decision to make the Air Cargo Forum an annual event from 4 to 6 November 2025 to extend support of the global industry and has selected Abu Dhabi-Yas Island as its home for a second permanent location for the ACF. The ACF will now rotate annually between Abu Dhabi and Miami in the USA.
This air cargo event promises to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and stakeholders to chart the course for the future of air freight while keeping with the key event principles mandated by the Board – providing value for money, being network focused, world class, charitable, sustainable as well as other elements such as being fun as well culturally enriching with tours and excursions for attendees.
Organised by TIACA and MGME, sponsored by the Department of Culture and Tourism, and hosted by Etihad Cargo, the ACF 2025 will showcase industry leading solutions, cutting-edge technologies, transformative strategies, and collaborative initiatives aimed at addressing the challenges and opportunities in global air logistics.
“Endless opportunities here at Yas Island and Etihad Arena. We are thrilled to host the ACF on Yas Island in Etihad Arena from 4 to 6 November 2025. This event underscores Yas Island’s status as a 360° MICE destination, featuring world-class event spaces and a strategic location as a key hub connecting the East to the West, home to premium hospitality offerings where industry professionals can meet, collaborate and innovate,” Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO Miral shared.
“The ACF 2025 will be a world class event that will feature keynote addresses from influential thought leaders, interactive panel discussions, multiple networking opportunities, and a comprehensive exhibition showcasing the latest products and services in the air cargo sector. We thank Etihad Cargo and the Department of Culture and Tourism of Abu Dhabi for making this vision a reality,” Steven Polmans, Chair, TIACA, said.
“Abu Dhabi’s strategic location as a key hub connecting the East to the West makes it an ideal choice for ACF 2025. This city is not only a crossroads for global trade but also offers world-class infrastructure and a dynamic business environment. As the national carrier of the UAE, Etihad Cargo is looking forward to welcoming the air cargo community to Abu Dhabi for this event,” Stanislas Brun, Vice President, Cargo, Etihad Cargo, said.
“As the world continues to face challenges, the ACF serves as a critical platform for industry stakeholders to meet, collaborate, innovate, and strategise for a sustainable and resilient future, we found it vital that we continue to bring the air cargo community together through well thought out and organized events that will bring everyone together on an annual basis.” Glyn Hughes, DG, TIACA, said.
The next ACF will be held in Miami from 11 to 14 November 2024. We are offering multiple ways for companies to get their brand noticed during the event including exhibition, sponsorship, advertisement and hospitality suite rentals. The ACF 2024 will offer an enlarged exhibition floor and a world class conference program with many global thought leaders, in addition to numerous networking opportunities such as a golf tournament and two evening receptions to ensure attendees get the most of their experience.
