Monday
Opening address
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman Dubai Airports & Chairman Emirates Airlines
"New Horizons"
An economic & industry perspective on how the MENA region is faring through the economic downturn.
Stephen Cole, News broadcaster, Al Jazeera
Anticipating the future
A focus on the relentless investments in airport development throughout the region despite the economic slowdown.
Dan Cappell, VP non aeronautical revenues, Abu Dhabi Airports Company
Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports Company
Colm McLoughlin, Managing Director, Dubai Duty Free
John Sutcliffe, Managing Director, Aer Rianta International Middle East
Hard Truth
A contemporary perspective of what's happening in business today and how industry stakeholders can emerge stronger from the economic downturn.
René Carayol, CEO, Inspired Leaders Network.
Sustainable partnerships: supplier & retailer perspective
Pedro Castro, Chief Operating Officer, Aldeasa
Atef Khomassi, Commercial Director, Dufry Sharjah
Matthew Hodges, Director Europe - Global Travel Retail, Rémy Cointreau
Steve Brock, General Manager International Travel Retail, Cadbury


