Sponsors

Pegasus is a leading low-cost airline in Türkiye, which provides transportation opportunities on a point-to-point basis on short and medium range flight lines and aims to set up a wide flight network with high flight frequency for travelers.
Pegasus Hava Tasimaciligi A.S, which was founded as a joint venture company in 1990 by Aer Lingus Group, Silkar Yatirim ve Insaat Organizasyonu A.S. and Net Holding A.S., entered into commercial operation with two airplanes.
After being acquired in 2005 by Esas Holding A.S. owned by Sevket Sabanci and his family, Pegasus started scheduled domestic flights in November of the same year and became the 4th top airline among the scheduled airlines operating in Türkiye.
According to the final structure of partnership after the Initial Public Offering; 34.5 % of shares are floating in Borsa Istanbul and 65.5% belongs to Esas Holding A.S, whereas the rest is owned by Sevket Sabanci and his family.

As a trademark of Turkish Airlines, we began our flights on April 23rd, 2008 with the goal of "Let Everyone Fly". Since then, have kept modernizing our fleet with the new generation and eco-friendly aircrafts and expanding our flight routes with abroad cities. AnadoluJet family proudly offers safe and pleasant flights to 89 destinations with 59 aircrafts at affordable prices.

CNN Worldwide is the most honored brand in cable news, reaching more individuals on television and online than any other cable news organization in the United States. Globally, CNN International is the most widely distributed news channel. CNN Digital is the #1 online news destination, with more unique visitors and video viewers than any other news source. CNN’s award-winning portfolio also includes CNN Original Series, which develops non-scripted programming for television via commissioned projects, acquisitions and in-house production. CNN Films produces, commissions and acquires documentary feature and short films for theatrical and festival exhibition, as well as for broadcast and other distribution across CNN’s multiple platforms. Additionally, CNN Newsource is the world’s most extensively utilized news service partnering with over 1,000 local and international news organizations around the world. CNN is a division of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Airbus is a leading aircraft manufacturer, pioneering sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.
With 48,004 routes served by 3700 airports, Airbus’ 15,000 aircrafts in service transport every year more than 4.5 billion passengers connecting people and business 24/7 on each continent.
Airbus’ diverse product line includes everything from passenger jetliners to freighters and private jets, ranging in size from 100-seat jetliners to the A350-1000 that is capable of transporting more than 410 passengers. With each of the company’s aircraft family boasting cutting-edge design, superior comfort, and unparalleled efficiency, they are setting the standard for the most modern and most sustainable aviation industry in terms of fuel burn and CO2 emissions

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures, and services commercial airplanes, defence products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability, and community impact. Boeing’s diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company’s core values of safety, quality, and integrity.

GE Aviation, an operating unit of GE (NYSE: GE), is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components, integrated digital, avionics, electrical power, and mechanical systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation aircraft. GE Aviation has a global service network to support these offerings and is part of the world's Digital Industrial Company with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive.

Travel powers progress. Amadeus powers travel. Amadeus’ solutions connect travelers to the journeys they want through travel agents, search engines, tour operators, airlines, airports, hotels, cars and railways. We have developed our technology in partnership with the travel industry for over 30 years. We combine a deep understanding of how people travel with the ability to design and deliver the most complex, trusted, critical systems our customers need. In 2019, we helped connect over 1.9 billion people to local travel providers in over 190 countries. We have a global mindset and a local presence wherever our customers need us. We are passionate in our pursuit of better technology that makes better journeys.

FLYR Labs, the pioneer of The Revenue Operating System®, is focused on the relentless application of advanced and intuitive technologies that help transportation leaders unlock their highest potential. Its clean sheet, vertically-integrated platform brings data, forecasting, pricing, reporting, and simulation capabilities into a “single pane of glass” that informs and automates commercial-wide functions. FLYR’s end-to-end platform enables all commercial decisions and eCommerce experiences, including an internet booking engine (IBE), offer management, customer messaging, customer management, and content management capabilities, resulting in improved revenue performance and digital customer experiences. FLYR Labs is headquartered in California with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas, Krakow, and Amsterdam. 

At Pratt & Whitney, we believe that powered flight has transformed – and will continue to transform – the world. It’s an engine for human progress and an instrument to rise above. 
That’s why we work with an explorer’s heart and a perfectionist’s grit to design, build, and service the world’s most advanced and unrelenting aircraft engines. We do this across a diverse portfolio – including Commercial Engines, Military Engines, Business Aviation, General Aviation, Regional Aviation, and Helicopter Aviation – and as a way of turning possibilities into realities for our customers.
This is our mission, and a challenge to which we rise every day. It’s about more than transporting people reliably to their destinations. It’s about more than providing the care and intelligence to service aircraft engines expertly. It’s about innovating and engineering a new and exciting future for aviation – one in which the full potential of human progress can be unleashed. 
This is how we at Pratt & Whitney approach our work, and this is why we are inspired to go beyond. 

Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to meet our planet’s vital power needs. We power more than 35 types of commercial aircraft and have over 13,000 engines in service around the world. Our engines power the latest modern widebody aircraft such as the Airbus A330neo, Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 as well as the world’s fastest and largest business jets.”

ABL Aviation is an independent and dedicated global full-service aircraft asset management firm offering tailored leasing and servicing solutions to aircraft investors and lessees with a focus on commercial aircraft operating across five offices worldwide in Dublin, New York, Casablanca, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. The company has completed over 55 aircraft transactions totalling more than $4.5bn of capital deployed in aircraft assets across all major aircraft types with a diverse customer base that includes the world’s leading airlines including Lufthansa, Delta, KLM, Air France, American Airlines, Alaska Air, Pegasus, EVA Air, EL AL, and Wizz Air.
ABL Aviation serves as a hands-on asset manager and servicer with a specialized team of more than 45 members including in-house technical experts and investment professionals with experience managing and investing in aviation assets across multiple economic and business cycles to generate and protect value at every stage of the investment period

AerCap is an industry leader across all areas of aviation leasing, with a highly attractive portfolio, a diversified customer base and an order book of the most in-demand new technology assets in the world. This scale, combined with our industry-leading team and deep domain expertise, enables us to provide comprehensive and tailor-made fleet solutions that are unrivalled in the leasing business.

Air Lease Corporation is a leading aircraft leasing company principally engaged in purchasing commercial aircraft and leasing them to its valued airline customers worldwide.

Aviation Week Network is the largest multimedia information and services provider for the global aviation, aerospace, and defense industries provides market specific solutions, including air transport, led by Air Transport World (ATW). It delivers face-to-face connections, news, analysis, business intelligence and data across multiple platforms while producing impactful marketing programs.

Avolon is a leading international aircraft leasing company headquartered in Ireland, with offices in the US, Dubai, Singapore, and Hong Kong. We work with 146 airlines in 63 countries, and have an owned, managed, and committed fleet of 834 aircraft as of 31 December 2022. Avolon’s strategy is to invest in young, modern, fuel-efficient aircraft with a long-term perspective, diversifying risk and managing capital efficiently.

Bain & Company is a global consultancy that helps the world’s most ambitious change makers define the future. In our Airlines, Logistics and Transport practice, we work alongside our clients as one team with a shared ambition to achieve extraordinary results and outperform the competition with our extensive experience across the value chain and key capabilities.
We address all key sources of value, including operating models, revenue drivers, labor and non-labor costs and activities, network, and fleet restructuring, as well as all facets of business transformation and disruption. With global aviation expertise and a strong presence across 39 countries, we can help you anticipate, respond to, and convert industry challenges into opportunities

BOC Aviation Limited is a leading aircraft leasing company with a fleet of young, modern aircraft flying with over 86 airlines worldwide. It offers a wide range of services: operating leases, purchase-and-leasebacks, lease management and aircraft finance services, both directly and through its parent Bank of China. The BOC Aviation portfolio is primarily based on the popular narrow body new technology models such as Airbus A320 family and Boeing 737 NG and MAX series. It also includes select widebody types, such as the Airbus A330 and Boeing 777 and 787 families. 

Leading department store chain of Turkey with 101 stores covering 39 cities and 120 million annual visitors. Boyner’s online channel boyner.com.tr was launched in 2011, and today it has more than 80 million visitors per year. Having been the pioneer of innovations in Turkey for nearly 40 years with its global retailing approach, Boyner Büyük Mağazacılık sets a model for the sector by combining a variety of products with the spirit of quality, reliability, and perception of reasonable prices.

At CAE, we enhance your team’s performance and the safety and efficiency of your operation. With an unrivaled global network, we provide comprehensive training solutions for pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, and ground personnel in commercial, business, and helicopter aviation and the emerging eVTOL market. From advanced flight simulation devices to ab initio pilot training and a team of top-notch instructors, we help your people build the necessary skills to take safer actions and make better decisions – faster. With a unique capability and global scale, we source crew members, airport personnel, and airline operations staff and address their needs at every stage of their careers. Our operations-management solutions bring it all together for smoother operations, enabling you to efficiently manage your flight resourcing and simplify processes so your crew and staff can focus on critical tasks – and the moments that matter.”

A 50/50 joint company between GE and Safran Aircraft Engines, CFM International (CFM) develops, produces and sells the new advanced-technology LEAP engine and the world’s best-selling CFM56 engine.
Since the first CFM56 engines entered revenue service in 1982, CFM has delivered nearly 40,000 engines to 600+ operators worldwide. CFM currently produces the advanced LEAP engine family to power the Airbus A320neo, the Boeing 737 MAX, and the COMAC C919. To date, the LEAP fleet has logged a total of more than 17 million engine flight hours. In 2021, the CFM RISE * Technology Demonstration Program was launched to fulfill CFM’s mission to lead the way for more sustainable aviation.

Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd (CAG) was formed on 16 June 2009 and the corporatisation of Singapore Changi Airport followed on 1 July 2009. As the company managing Changi Airport, CAG undertakes key functions focusing on airport operations and management, air hub development, commercial activities and airport emergency services. CAG also manages Seletar Airport and through its subsidiary Changi Airports International, invests in and manages foreign airports.

Cirium, the aviation analytics company, delivers insights to global leaders who keep the world moving. The Cirium Core is the number one source of aviation data, with more than 300 terabytes of information from over 2,000 data sources. We analyze millions of data sets to enable airlines, airports, aircraft finance, governments, aircraft manufacturers and travel companies to make logical and informed decisions. Cirium is on a mission to accelerate the digital transformation in aviation, allowing data to flow fluidly, making it available how, where and when it is most needed, regardless of the systems where it was created or will be consumed. Cirium is a brand of LexisNexis Risk Solutions, part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics.

Since its inception 52 years ago, Embraer has become the leading manufacturer of commercial jets in the 37 to 150-seat category in the world. Around 100 airlines fly their E-Jets and ERJs. Today the E-Jet family of airplanes includes the new-generation E2s flying in mainline, regional, and low-cost carriers. The three E2 variants have capacities from 70 to 146 seats. Their optimized design gives them tremendous versatility and class-leading sustainability. The order book for E-Jets stands at over 1,800 orders and more than 1,600 deliveries. Given their size, the E-Jet family is well positioned to help airlines uniquely match capacity with demand in light of the pandemic.

Hitit, established in 1994, is considered one of the largest airline and travel IT solution providers in the world. Hitit’s brand “Crane” offers a comprehensive suit that serves flag carriers, low-cost and hybrid airlines, as well as ground-handling agencies. Hitit is a one stop shop for Software as a Service (SaaS) new generation airline IT solutions with modules geared towards every part of an airline’s business lifecycle. Hitit’s solutions and services provide its partners in the aviation industry with state-of-the-art technology for passenger services, operations, accounting and cargo. Hitit currently serves more than 60 airline companies and travel partners across Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East, North and Latin America and Australia. With a strong team of consultants and ever-changing progressive vision, Hitit is an industry leader in seamless integration, high performance implementation and customer support. With multiple sales and distribution channel support and unlimited ancillary capabilities, Hitit’s solutions and services provide airlines the ability to maximize profit and minimize costs. 

IBS Software is a leading SaaS solutions provider to the global travel industry, offering mission-critical technology for the aviation, hospitality, and tour and cruise industries. IBS Software's solutions for airlines cover fleet, crew and hub operations, aircraft maintenance, passenger services, loyalty programs, staff travel and air cargo management. IBS Software also runs a real-time B2B and B2C distribution platform with hotel room inventory, rates and availability to a global network of hospitality companies and a comprehensive, customer-centric, digital platform for cruise lines. Its Consulting and Digital Transformation (CDx) business focuses on driving digital transformation initiatives that leverage domain knowledge, modern technologies and engineering excellence for leading travel companies worldwide. IBS Software is a Blackstone portfolio company and operates from 15 offices across the world.

The first phase of the Istanbul Airport, which is the largest infrastructure project in the history of the Turkish Republic, opened for service on October 29, 2018; since April 6th 2019, the airport is operational with all units and at full capacity. Covering an area of 76,5 million square meters, the new airport serves as a global hub between Asia, Africa and Europe. Istanbul Airport is 35 kilometers away from the city center. The construction is planned to be completed in four phases, within the scope of the first phase, Istanbul Airport operates with five runways, 3 independent and two standby runways, a terminal building and air traffic control tower with a capacity to serve 90 million passengers. Once all phases of the airport are operational, the facility is expected to achieve a capacity of 200 million passengers. iGA’s main aim is to make Istanbul Airport one of the most important hubs of the world.

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (ISG) is your gateway into Istanbul's rich mosaic of history, culture, shopping and dining. Located on the Anatolian side of the city, ISG serves 153 destinations located across 51 countries via flights operated by 45 airlines. World's busiest single runway and single terminal airport Sabiha Gökçen takes pride in its connectivity to the city via two major highways and a metro line, bridging the distance between Pendik (12 KM), Kadıköy (31 KM), and Taksim(40 KM). Türkiye’s 2nd largest airport with 41 million passenger capacity Sabiha Gökçen is capable of serving over 22 million people within the 2 hours’ catchment area.
Our wide range of service solutions encompasses all aspects of engine MRO, asset management and leasing. With over 30 engines in our portfolio, MTU Maintenance has performed more than 20,000 shop visits in over 40 years.

As a result of this unprecedented crisis, airlines are extremely focused on cash management to ensure their survival. Fleet planning is highly dynamic and MTU Maintenance, the global market leader in customized aero engine solutions, is supporting its customers and partners with scenarios and engine MRO strategies to maximize the use of existing assets, but also to avoid unnecessary spend. Our people make all the difference in this regard: they are passionate about engines and dedicated to supporting customers.
Our wide range of service solutions encompasses all aspects of engine MRO, asset management and leasing. With over 30 engines in our portfolio, MTU Maintenance has performed more than 20,000 shop visits in over 40 years.

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the world’s leading supplier of in-flight entertainment and communication systems. The company pioneered the industry beginning in 1979 and has consistently introduced innovations that enable unique customer experiences and enhance airline loyalty (NPS), ancillary revenue, and operational efficiency.
Leading airlines across the world have chosen to install Panasonic Avionics IFE systems on more than 15,000 commercial aircraft and satellite Wi-Fi connectivity on over 3,400 aircraft. Panasonic Avionics’ proven systems power approximately 70% of the global IFE-equipped fleet and is supported by the largest, global support and services team utilizing OEM insights to ensure peak system performance.
Panasonic Avionics Corporation is headquartered in California with over 3,500 employees and operates in 50 locations around the globe.

As a global leader in the design and implementation of civil aviation security and border control systems, Securiport has continuously leveraged cutting-edge biometric technologies and advanced data analytics to provide authorities with the knowledge and tools to ensure order and efficiency for civil aviation security and border control screening. Securiport’s mission is to equip civil aviation authorities with innovative solutions that keep travelers safe and borders secure. With solutions currently in place across dozens of countries around the world and a dedicated multicultural team of professionals developing state-of-the-art tools to meet emerging challenges, Securiport is the global leader in the use of data analytics and rules-based targeting for risk assessment and threat detection for civil aviation security.

With one of the most extensive refuelling networks in the world Shell Aviation supplies fuel, lubricants, and sustainable solutions worldwide and plays many different roles relevant to the sustainability debate; a fuel supplier (renewable and conventional), a technology partner, and the proponent of energy solutions for airports. We feel this puts us in a unique position to enable collaboration across the ecosystem to help decarbonise aviation towards net zero.

Based in Dublin, SMBC Aviation Capital is the second largest aircraft operating lease company globally, with an owned, managed and committed fleet of over 940 aircraft. The company focuses on the most technologically advanced, fuel efficient and narrowbody aircraft types, providing customers across the globe with the aircraft they need to successfully grow their businesses. Established in 2001, the company was acquired in 2012 by a consortium comprised of two of Japan’s biggest companies SMFG and Sumitomo Corporation.

It’s all hidden in our name. Founded as a joint venture between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines in 1989, we are a true sun specialist and offer numerous direct connections between Europe and Turkey. Besides flying our guests to many idyllic holiday destinations in Turkey, we reconnect them with their families and loved ones with our direct flights from Europe to many Anatolian cities.
Our headquarters is located in the sunny Antalya, which is known as the touristic capital of Turkey. Another key hub is Izmir on Turkey’s Aegean coast. The company’s second headquarters is located in Gateway Gardens in Frankfurt am Main.
We were named the “World’s Best Leisure Airline” by Skytrax at the 2022 World Airline Awards, which is based on the votes of more than 14 million passengers across the world.

A global brand in financing, developing and operating airports, TAV welcomed 78.5 million passengers in 2022. A member of Groupe ADP, TAV Airports is part of the leading airport management platform globally. The company operates 15 airports in eight countries –Turkey, N. Macedonia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Tunisia, Latvia, Saudi Arabia and Croatia. Through its subsidiaries, TAV provides integrated services in all areas of airport operations, including duty-free, food and beverage, ground handling, IT, private security and hospitality services. The company is quoted on Istanbul Stock Exchange and featured on the BIST Sustainability Index. TAV Airports is committed to achieving net zero emissions in 2050.

The Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TÜRSAB) plays a significant role in developing and branding Turkish tourism on the world tourism stage. With over 50 years of experience, TÜRSAB contributes to the sustainable growth of the tourism sector through sharing knowledge among its more than 14,000 members. Thanks to the efforts of TÜRSAB, Turkey has a strong position in the world tourism market, contributing not only to the country's economy but also to the preservation of cultural heritage and the development of local communities. TÜRSAB is spread across Turkey with its 37 Regional Representation Board that cover every destination.