After a six-year hiatus since 2019, GAD Asia made a spectacular comeback on November 4th, 2025, at AsiaWorldExpo in Hong Kong, co-located with the Super Terminal Expo. This premier event successfully reunited industry leaders, investors, and key stakeholders to explore the future of airport development and investment across Asia.
The strategic co-location with Super Terminal Expo created a comprehensive platform addressing both aviation infrastructure and intermodal transport hub development, providing attendees with unparalleled networking opportunities and industry insights.
The conference addressed critical topics shaping Asia’s aviation landscape:
• Shaping the Commercial Heart of Airports
• Navigating Growth: A Perspective on the Evolving Asia’s Airport Landscape
• Risk and Rewards: Return Expectations for investors
• Fiji Airports Development Plan
• Designing solutions for a positive life
• The Resilient and Futureproof Airport Terminal
• Pooling towards Net Zero
• Futuristic View: Airport Ownership and Operation in APAC
82 registered attendees
23 industry leading speakers
21 countries registered
“GAD is the premier event where airport investors and airport operators come together.”
“It was a delight to re-connect with old friends and bond with new introductions over the most impactful trends and events in airport investment & development opportunities.”
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
• Australia
• Belgium
• Cambodia
• Canada
• China
• Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Fiji
• France
• Germany
• Hong Kong SAR
• India
• Indonesia
• Japan
• Korea, Republic of
• Philippines
• Saudi Arabia
• Singapore
• Spain
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Vietnam
“GAD presents an excellent opportunity for aviation players, not just airport players to keep up to speed with the latest developments affecting industry but also unparalleled networking opportunities. Kudos to team GAD!”
The
thought-leaders presenting at the conference Included:
Andrew Ford Managing Partner Paccaya Resources Ltd
Antoinette Nassopoulos Erickson Senior Partner Foster and Partners
Cyril Girot CEO Cambodia Airports
David Feldman Managing Partner Exambela Consulting
Mark Angela Chief Business Development & Strategy Officer, CEO EEME SSP Plc
Chris Bleakley Hub Leader IFC
Curtis Grad Partner, President & Chief Executive Officer Modalis Infrastructure Partners Inc.
Jérôme Lepage Marketing & Business Development Director JCDecaux
Mesake Seavula Chief Executive Officer Fiji Airports
Kristof Philips Divisional Chief Executive Officer Airport Solutions TCR International
Shobana Venkataraman Chief Investment Officer International Finance Corporation
The thought-leaders presenting at the conference Included:
Sophie Hennion Managing DirectorAirport CASIL
Rich Maslen Head of Analysis CAPA - Centre for Aviation
Young Joon Lee Managing Director (Subsidiary President) Samsung C&T Philippines Corporation
João Freitas Business Development Director- Asia Pacific Avolta
Shobhit Agarwal Vice President – Financial controlling, Strategy and Business development
Bangalore International Airport Limited
Mike Poon Chief Executive Officer CASIL
Khair Mirza Head of airportIR & Industry Research
Modalis Infrastructure Partners Inc.
Yim Mung Fei Head of commercial APAC Artelia Airports
Ansgar Fischer Executive Director Mergers & Acquisitions AviAlliance GmbH
Ashish Aggarwal Vice President and Head - Strategy & Business Development
GMR Airports
Brandon Stokes Vice President & Head of Development, Airlink, Inc
Meet Paige Floyd Partnership Manager
Paige leads our partnership efforts with a focus on building strong, mutually beneficial relationships. With a knack for understanding our partners’ unique needs, Paige ensures that every collaboration not only meets expectations but also drives meaningful outcomes.
For Sponsorship and Partnership information please contact: Paige Floyd
T:+447949213764
Paige.floyd@informa.com
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As the Business Development Manager for GAD, I invite you to join us in making our events a landmark for the Global Airport Development community.
Where the world’s leading airports & operators, aviation investors, developers, and financiers meet!
Discover the latest trends shaping airport development and investment Network with decision-makers driving the future of aviation infrastructure
Engage in exclusive panels, workshops, and one-on-one meeting
The GAD series of events gather stakeholders from public and private airport operators, financial and strategic investors, regulators, and industry experts passionate about strategic airport developments. These events offers valuable insights, unparalleled networking, and the latest advancements in our field.
Don’t miss the chance to connect, innovate, and shape the future of global airport development.
Speak to us about securing your spot or partnership today and be part of the conversation!
For potential partners and supporters, GAD events provides a unique opportunity to reach a highly targeted audience and position your brand at the forefront of global airport development leaders and decision-makers.
Our sponsorship packages offer brand visibility, speaking opportunities, and exclusive networking sessions. We are confident we can tailor a package to meet your marketing and business development goals.
