Bogotá Tourism Supports the International Air Transport Forum - IATA

Bogotá Tourism Supports the International Air Transport Forum - IATAPhoto: Bogotá District Tourism Institute
The IATA Slot Conference presents an opportunity to establish the Colombian capital as a key center for connectivity and business in the region.
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Jun
2024

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Translated by Andrés Martínez Forero

Bogotá is at the heart of critical discussions and decisions shaping the future of global aviation, hosting the 154th IATA Slot Conference from June 11 to 13 at Ágora Bogotá.

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The IATA Slot Conference offers a chance for Bogotá to assert itself as an essential hub for connectivity and business in the region. This international event brings together over 1,300 airline representatives and more than 250 slot coordinators worldwide to discuss and manage airport slots, a vital issue for the operational efficiency of airports and airlines globally.

The IATA Slot Conference serves as a critical platform for addressing both technical and policy aspects of slot allocation, aiming for global harmonization that enhances connectivity and airport capacity utilization.

Bogotá is at the heart of critical discussions and decisions shaping the future of global aviation
1.300 airline representatives and more than 250 slot coordinators worldwide to discuss and manage airport slots, a vital issue for the operational efficiency of airports and airlines globally. Photo: Bogotá District Tourism Institute

During these three days, Bogotá becomes a focal point for pivotal discussions and decisions that will impact the future of aviation worldwide. Hosting such a significant event also presents a unique opportunity for the capital to boost its profile as a major connectivity and business hub in the region.

The Bogotá Tourism Institute (IDT) is participating in this event with a series of activities to promote the city brand, including showcasing a promotional video, installing large-scale graphics with the Bogotá brand, and having tourist informers present the city's tourist offerings to visitors.

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The conference program also features standout sessions like:

Discover Bogotá: Magic, Fun, and Endless Opportunities, highlighting the cultural and modern attributes of our city.

Building an Efficient and Sustainable Network: Colombia, Connectivity Node as a Gateway to South America, a session that will discuss airport infrastructure plans and the current status of Colombia's level 2 and 3 airports.

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Bogotá's participation in this event not only strengthens our image as a tourism and business destination but also showcases our commitment to sustainability and innovation in aviation. From the Bogotá Tourism Institute, we invite all attendees to enjoy what our city has to offer, from its vibrant nightlife to its rich cultural scene.