Agenda
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Day 1
( 06/24/2025 )
Day 2
( 06/25/2025 )
Day 3
( 06/26/2025 )
1 Day after the event
( 06/27/2025 )
10:30 AM
Cathay Cargo Terminal Tour
By invitation only
5:30 PM
7:30 PM
Welcome Reception - Sponsored By HACTL
Joseph Lau and Josephine Lau Roof Garden
Asia Society Hong Kong Center
9 Justice Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong
Asia Society Hong Kong Center
9 Justice Drive, Admiralty, Hong Kong
8:00 AM
Registration Open
If you have not already, please stop by the registration desk to pick up your name badge before entering the conference.
9:00 AM
Ceremonial Dance
HKTB Dragon Dance
9:10 AM
Welcome Ceremony
Welcome speeches and ribbon cutting.
10:00 AM
Fireside Chat โ Cathay Cargo Launching to New Heights
Cathay Cargo transports over 1.5m tons annually through a global network of passenger services and its pure freighter fleet which consists of 20 aircraft: 14 Boeing 747-8Fs and six 747-400ERFs. Playing a key role in connecting e-commerce and other vital commodities across the globe, we will hear from Tom Owen regarding current and future plans.
10:30 AM
Industry Outlook
Air cargo and the global economy ended 2024 on a very positive note with the industry growing by over 11% year over year, but 2025 has brought a different complexion, with tariffs, increased regulatory demands, subdued consumer activity all impacting air cargo demand. What can we expect for the second half of 2025 and beyond. We will hear from a leading industry expert.
10:50 AM
Coffee Break
11:20 AM
E-Commerce: Driving Air Cargo Growth from Asia to the World
Industry analysts estimate that e-commerce accounts for over 20% of air cargo volumes. With many of the larger platforms projecting increased volumes over coming years, what do they expect from their air cargo supply chain partners. We will hear from a panel of industry experts.
12:05 PM
HKIA Presentation
12:25 PM
Industry Roundtable 1
Industry leaders from across the supply chain will discuss key industry challenges and opportunities.
1:10 PM
Lunch
2:15 PM
Freighters โ Backbone of Air Cargo Success
With over 50% of air cargo being transported on freighter aircraft, these aircraft are crucial for future industry success. We will hear the thoughts of experts in this form of specialized aircraft.
2:45 PM
Digitalization
With supply chains becoming increasingly more complex, with increasing demands for quality and transparency from customers and enhanced demands for regulatory compliance today’s air cargo industry needs to rely much more on technology to address these diverging needs. We will hear from a panel of experts on the latest solutions addressing these challenges.
3:30 PM
Coffee Break 2
4:00 PM
When Biosensors, Data, AI and Lithium Detection Meet
Undeclared dangerous goods and lithium batteries pose a significant risk in the aviation industry. We will present an innovative, cutting–edge screening solution for cargo shipments that combines hardware, software, and data-driven biosensors, meeting the challenges of speed, volume, and accuracy, suitable for the shipment processes.
4:15 PM
Sustainability Awards โ The Finalists
TIACA has proudly hosted the Industry Sustainability awards for 5 years with partner CHAMP Cargosystems. The three finalists in the small business / start up category will be invited to present their entry to the audience who will then vote to select the ultimate winner.
4:40 PM
Celebrating Success
Award presentations:
1. Industry Leader
2. Rising Star
1. Industry Leader
2. Rising Star
4:50 PM
Sustainability Awards โ The Winners
The results will have been counted, and the audience has selected the winner…
5:00 PM
Shuttle Bus to Dinner
There will be 4 buses that depart at 5:30 pm
6:00 PM
9:00 PM
Harbor Cruise Dinner - Hosted By Cathay Cargo
Join us for a three-hour cruise around Victoria harbor, hosted by Cathay Cargo, with an extensive buffet, open bar, live music, and views of the spectacular Hong Kong Skyline. Not to be missed!
The boat will be disembarking between 6:00 – 6:15 pm. Please arrive by 6:00 pm sharp.
The location will be the North Point (East) Passenger Ferry Pier.
Buses will be available to shuttle guests back to the hotel.
The boat will be disembarking between 6:00 – 6:15 pm. Please arrive by 6:00 pm sharp.
The location will be the North Point (East) Passenger Ferry Pier.
Buses will be available to shuttle guests back to the hotel.
8:00 AM
Registration Open
9:00 AM
Fireside Chat โ HACTL Harnessing Innovation and Sustainability for Service Excellence
HACTL is a multi-award-winning leading Ground Handler, with a handling capacity of up to 3.5 million tons and regularly handles over 100 freighters in a 24-hour period. With innovation and sustainability at the center of their growth plans we will hear from their CEO, Wilson Kwong.
9:20 AM
Airport Development โ Investment is Key
Airports are increasingly becoming the body which brings the local air cargo community together to ensure the entire community is participating in collective growth. But how can airport master planning and cargo infrastructure investment impact air cargo growth? We will hear the views from a panel of leading experts.
10:05 AM
Key Trends
The Air Cargo industry is influenced by evolving consumer trends, shifts in consumption and production as well as impacts from technology and automation. We will hear from an expert as to what future trends will impact the air cargo industry.
10:30 AM
Coffee Break
11:00 AM
Industry Roundtable 2
Industry leaders from across the supply chain will discuss key industry challenges and opportunities.
11:45 AM
Sustainability โ License to Operate
TIACA produces an annual insights report detailing industry sustainability actions and plans. The 2025 study indicates that sustainability is growing in prominence within organizations and with key partners, employees, customers, and financial institutions. We will hear the thoughts of key industry leaders.
12:30 PM
Lunch
1:30 PM
TIACA E-Commerce Task Force
In 2024 TIACA launched a cross-industry task force looking at e-commerce, the opportunities and more importantly the challenges associated with such an important industry vertical. The White Paper is due to be published at the end of June, so we will hear from the Task Force co-chair regarding the project.
1:50 PM
Safety in the Supply Chain
Safety and security remain the top priorities for the industry. However, with the proliferation of ecommerce and the ever-changing regulatory environment how do we stay on top of an evolving safety landscape. We will hear from a panel of experts.
2:35 PM
Hall of Fame Ceremony
The TIACA Hall of Fame program recognizes industry leaders who have proven throughout their career that they inspire, drive change, and leave a long-lasting positive impact. We now have the pleasure to induct the 2025 Recipient of the TIACA Hall of Fame Award.
2:50 PM
Coffee Break 2
3:20 PM
TIACA Introduction
TIACA is the only global association representing the entire supply chain, with nearly 500 members from across the spectrum we will hear from TIACA representatives regarding the key programs the association is working on.
3:50 PM
Innovation & AI Panel
Digital transformation is an enabler of more efficient operations and better communication but for the industry to make the required leap into truly innovative solutions for tomorrow we will need to embrace AI and other leading-edge technology. We shall hear the views from some tech visionaries.
4:20 PM
Executive Summit Recap
As the two days of intensive discussion and debate draw to a close, we will hear the thoughts of the TIACA Chair and the Head of Cathay Cargo, the event host.
4:50 PM
5:00 PM
Closing Remarks
8:00 AM
WAITLIST Hactl Tour
Registering for the waitlist does NOT guarantee access to the tour. If a spot becomes available, you will be contacted in the order of the waitlist. Thank you.
9:30 AM
12:30 PM
HACTL Tour
Venue: SuperTerminal 1, Hong Kong International Airport
Free shuttle to and from tour will be provided, arriving at 9:15am for pick up.
09:30am - Shuttle bus departs Conrad Hong Kong to Hactl SuperTerminal 1
10:30am - Visitors arrive SuperTerminal 1
10:30am – 12:30pm - Terminal Tour
12:30pm - Visitors depart Hactl
*shuttle bus service departing from Hactl at 12:30pm with below two stops:
1. Terminal 1 of Hong Kong International Airport
2. Tung Chung MTR Station
Capacity, 20 people
Free shuttle to and from tour will be provided, arriving at 9:15am for pick up.
09:30am - Shuttle bus departs Conrad Hong Kong to Hactl SuperTerminal 1
10:30am - Visitors arrive SuperTerminal 1
10:30am – 12:30pm - Terminal Tour
12:30pm - Visitors depart Hactl
*shuttle bus service departing from Hactl at 12:30pm with below two stops:
1. Terminal 1 of Hong Kong International Airport
2. Tung Chung MTR Station
Capacity, 20 people