Oman Air proudly sponsored the WTW Aviation Conference which wrapped up today at the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah. The 22nd annual conference and, with over 400 delegates, the largest one yet, was officially opened by His Excellency Eng. Saeed Al Mawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology and Chairman of Oman Air, who delivered a keynote speech. Con Korfiatis, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air, joined a distinguished line-up of global aviation leaders, participating in a high-profile ‘Fireside Chat’ alongside several other senior airline executives from around the world.
Con Korfiatis said, “We’re delighted to host such a prestigious global event at our hub in Muscat. This year’s WTW Aviation Conference places Oman at the heart of some of the industry’s most critical discussions, underscoring the country’s growing influence in the global aviation sector and its strategic position as a regional hub for air travel. It also provided a valuable opportunity to showcase Oman’s aviation capabilities, infrastructure and investment potential to key global stakeholders.”
James Coventry, Managing Director of Global Aviation and Space, added, “We at Willis, a WTW business, were truly honoured by the presence of His Excellency Eng. Saeed bin Hamoud bin Saeed Al Mawali, along with Con Korfiatis, as hosts for our Conference. For the first time in its history, we moved this event from Asia, which resulted in the largest-ever attendance with over 400 delegates and 45 airlines from around the world. Bringing the aviation community together to discuss the risks and opportunities of the future is a critical element of our industry, and being able to create this engagement in the beautiful surroundings of Oman has certainly attracted more interest than we could have ever dreamed of.”
The WTW Aviation Conference is one of the most significant gatherings in the global aviation industry, bringing together airline executives, insurers, regulators, and key stakeholders to debate the breadth of risks facing the sector now and in the future. Organised by Willis Towers Watson (WTW), the conference serves as a vital platform for industry leaders from around the world to discuss evolving risks facing the sector including geopolitical and cyber risks, data security, operational challenges, safety and analytics.
Oman Air continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the country’s aviation sector, firmly establishing it as a key player in global dialogue. Meanwhile, the airline remains a driving force in enhancing connectivity, promoting tourism and contributing to national economic diversification, in line with Oman’s 2040 Vision.
