Building tomorrow’s airports today:
Digital transformation, innovation & growth in the Caribbean
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Join us for an exclusive deep dive into the future of aviation in the Caribbean. From cutting-edge digital transformation and smart airport operations to next-gen infrastructure and seamless passenger experiences, this event brings together the brightest minds shaping the region’s aviation landscape. Discover how innovation, connectivity, and strategic planning are redefining airports—don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and lead the change.
October 8th, 2025
Hyatt Regency Trinidad
Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
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Date & Time
Start: Wednesday 8 October 2025
Location
Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
Agenda
Please note that the agenda is not yet finalized. Please check back closer to the event for updates.
8:00 Registration & Welcome Coffee
8:45 Welcome & Opening Remarks
Speaker: David Lavorel, SITA CEO
9:00 Digital Transformation in Airports
How are digital technologies reshaping aviation operations and passenger experiences in the Caribbean?
Speakers:
SITA: George Miley, Vice President, Americas
Airports Perspective: Gilbert Rafael, Chief Development & Technology Officer, Aruba Airport Authority
10:00 The Future of Airport Infrastructure
What are the modern infrastructure strategies shaping next-generation airports in the region?
Speakers:
Cisco – Event Sponsor (TBD)
Airport Perspective: Adrian Sanchez, IT Corporate Director, Cancun Airport
11:00 Break
11:15 Connectivity & Smart Operations
How are data integration, IoT and AI improving real-time airport efficiency and connectivity?
Speakers:
SITA: Antonio Chacon, Solution Engineer Senior Manager
Airport Perspective: Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico
12:15 Lunch
13:00 Commercializing Aviation Technology
How do you monetize digital innovation and transform airport operations into scalable, profitable platforms?
Speakers:
SITA: Uriel Torres, Director, Mexico, Central America & The Caribbean
Airport Perspective: Ricardo Hernandez, CEO, AERIS Costa Rica
14:00 Passenger Processing 2.0
What are the key advances in biometrics, self-service, and seamless travel from curb to gate?
Speakers:
SITA: James Houghton, Business Development Senior Manager
Airport Perspective: Shane Munroe, CEO, Montego Bay Airport
15:00 Break
15:15 Consulting & Master Planning
What are the critical insights into long-term planning, sustainability, and airport expansion projects in the Caribbean context?
Speakers:
SITA: Maya Chbeir, Director Product Management
Airport Perspective: Alberto Smith, COO, Punta Cana Airport
16:15 Closing Remarks
Speaker: Augusto Santos, Vice President, Latin America