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Convening the aviation leaders and technology innovators defining the next phase of airport operations and passenger experiences.

1 - 4 March 2027, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona 

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Digital aviation comes of age

Connect Aviation is touching down for the first time at MWC27. A  targeted programme of technology and insight for those focused on airport operations, infrastructure and digital transformation across the aviation industry. Designed to inspire and inform, the programme puts aviation innovators in the room with connectivity providers, satellite operators, cloud platforms and AI founders – to meet, collaborate, showcase technology and chart the industry’s future course.     

Why MWC Barcelona

As the world’s largest and most influential connectivity event, MWC Barcelona attracts tech pioneers and senior decision makers from every industry and sector, so you get the whole supply chain you need to talk to in one venue. AT MWC you’ll find: 

  • Private networks, satellite, edge, IoT, identity and security - ready to meet you. 
  • Global thought leadership featuring up-to-the-minute, industry-specific content, delivered by those who know 
  • The latest technology side by side on a world class exhibition showfloor brimming with new tech 
  • A dedicated startup platform in 4YFN, showcasing startups and solutions at the cutting edge of innovation  

 Aviation highlights from MWC26

 Aviation already has a well-established presence at MWC.

Attendee photographing a bright orange AMD aircraft on outdoor display at MWC Barcelona, showcasing aviation technology and innovation.

 A hub for the whole aviation ecosystem

Along with executive summits, roundtables and panels, Connect Aviation will also have its own exhibition and networking space. Ideal for focused conversations around aviation priorities and getting one-to-one with the ecosystem serving them.

We'll also see live technology and real-world aviation use cases. Please get in touch with our team if you would like to be part of this popular new feature.  

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Who will be there?

Connect Aviation is a forum that welcomes leaders from every part of the technology and aviation ecosystems: 

  • Airport operators and groups  
  • Airlines and ground handlers  
  • Air navigation service providers  
  • Aviation technology leads 
  • Operators 
  • Satellite, cloud and AI providers  
  • Regulators 

If this is an audience you want to speak to, or get your brand or solution in front of, why not enquire about speaker, sponsor or exhibitor opportunities.  

For more information and updates on Connect Aviation, please register your interest below.