Evolution · Reshaping — New Frontiers for Airport Experience and Value Growth in the AI Era
| Time | Session / Speaker | Topic |
| 10:00–10:05 | Opening Remarks | Beyond Aviation: The Next Growth Curve for Airports |
| 10:05–10:25 | Keynote Speech|
Wang Feng, COO, Joyful Journey Group |
Hub-based AI Services: Redefining Passenger Journey and Non-Aeronautical Business for Airports |
| 10:25–10:40 | Keynote Speech|
Alipay |
Alipay + AI: From Payment Tool to Intelligent Agent for Hub Commercial Services |
| 10:40–10:55 | Keynote Speech|
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport / Changsha Huanghua International Airport |
To be confirmed |
| 10:55–11:10 | Keynote Speech|
Umetrip |
To be confirmed |
| 11:10–11:25 | Keynote Speech|
Swire Group |
Growth Against Headwinds: Reflections on Strong Performance in H1 2026 |
| 11:25–11:40 | Keynote Speech|
Cathay Capital / Sequoia Capital China |
Consumer Market Insights: Frontier Practices from Investment Institutions |
| 11:40–11:50 | Keynote Speech|
WizzenAI / Ireoly |
AI Applications in Passenger Behaviour Research |
| 11:40–12:20 | Panel Discussion
Panel Topic: Where Will Airports Source Their Next Wave of Growth? |
In-depth discussion on industry growth pathways |
| 12:20–12:45 | Award Ceremony · Group Photo · Media Interview | Presentation of Asia-Pacific Airport Non-Aeronautical Innovation Awards |
Remark: The above agenda is tentative and subject to on-site final confirmation.
As airports continue to face labour shortages and evolving operational demands, AI is becoming an essential tool for workforce transformation. How airports adapt AI technologies to improve productivity, support employee upskilling, automate routine tasks, and create a more efficient and resilient workspace.
Flights in and out of Hong Kong are often suffering from disruption during typhoon season. How does HK Observatory and HKIA leverage AI to support operational decision-making, disruption management and minimize the risk of critical infrastructure failures?