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“the three non-negotiables of aviation today and tomorrow.” “Safety remains the foundation of everything


we do,” she says. “That doesn’t change, especially as new technologies, aircraft types, and operat- ing models emerge. Digitisation is no longer just a buzzword; it’s transforming how we handle passen- gers, cargo, and compliance.” But digital progress, she stresses, must serve


ACHL 2025 UNITES AVIATION UNDER ONE ROOF


BY Edward HARDY


THE Air Cargo Handling and Logistics (ACHL) Con- ference returns on 14th October with a format that combines six events into a single, multi-track gathering. Organised by Eva International Media, the event will take place at Copenhagen Airport, bringing cargo, ground handling and passenger op- erations under one roof. “The thinking was refreshingly simple: listen to


the industry,” Parveen Raja, Publisher of Eva In- ternational Media, said. “Time and again, we were


told there are too many events competing for the same diaries and travel budgets. So, the solution was clear — why not bring them together under one roof? “These areas don’t function in isolation — they


have natural synergies,” she explains. “By merging six events into one platform, we save people time, reduce travel demands, and create deeper opportu- nities for learning and networking.”


From buzzwords to bottom line This year’s theme — ‘Enhance Safety, Embrace Digital, Drive Value’ — reflects what Raja calls


a clear purpose: “Everything must deliver value for airlines, handlers, airports, and ultimately the passenger. By addressing these priorities head on, we’re helping the industry stay focused on what truly matters — building trusted, efficient, and fu- ture-ready aviation services.” Delegates can expect sessions on AI, IoT, and


blockchain — though Raja is keen to keep discus- sions grounded in application rather than hype. “We bring experts, innovators, and early adopters to- gether to share real examples and lessons learned,” she says. “The goal is to demystify the technology and focus on what works.”


A Centenary setting Hosting ACHL 2025 at Copenhagen Airport gives the event a ready-made talking point. “Copenha- gen Airport is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, which is already a milestone worth raising a glass to,” Raja notes. “Beyond that, CPH is one of Europe’s fastest-growing hubs, with passenger numbers on the rise and a globally recognised role as a pharmaceutical logistics hub. “That mix of history and innovation makes Co-


penhagen the perfect place to host ACHL,” she explained. “It’s a setting where we can both hon-


AIR CARG O WEEK


our history and shape the next century of aviation together.”


Collaboration that counts Cooperation remains the event’s core purpose. “We take collaboration very seriously, which is exact- ly why we’ve put everyone under one roof,” Raja explained. “By breaking down silos and creating shared forums for airlines, handlers, regulators, and tech innovators, ACHL creates an environment where the conversations that really matter can take shape.” Sustainability will also be prominent throughout


the programme. “It’s no longer confined to the CSR sections of annual reports — it’s business critical,” she continued. “Delegates will hear perspectives on everything from green logistics strategies to the real-world scaling of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and ambitious decarbonisation roadmaps.” With these discussions, the event hopes to


encourage delegates to move from intent to im- plementation: “We want to shift the conversation from why to how — practical solutions, innovative technologies, and collaborative models that genu- inely help aviation walk the sustainability talk.”


Networking with a Nordic flair ACHL has built a reputation for lively networking, something the organisers are looking to maintain in 2025. “Networking is the heartbeat of ACHL, and this year we’re turning up the volume,” Raja out- lined. The programme includes a welcome reception on 14th October and an evening at Copenhagen’s Circus Building — a venue more often associated with entertainment than trade shows.


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