Passenger Terminal Expo 2025
Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference 2025 is the most important international airport networking event of the year, providing a significant opportunity for airports and airlines to debate current issues and form business relationships on a global scale. The event will attract over 10,000 attendees from more than 120 countries worldwide. The theme for 2025 is "Race to quality," focusing on pioneering projects, cutting-edge technologies, and emerging industry trends.
Event Dates
April 8, 9 & 10, 2025
Venue
The event will take place at IFEMA in Madrid, Spain. Registration will be located at both the North and South entrances, with the metro being closest to the South Entrance. The exhibition will cover over 25,000 square meters, showcasing the latest innovations in airport technology and services.
IFEMA is Madrid's premier exhibition and conference center that will host the Passenger Terminal Expo 2025. The venue provides ample space for the 350+ exhibitors and thousands of attendees expected at the event. Registration will be available at both the North and South entrances of the facility, with convenient metro access near the South Entrance. The expansive 25,000+ square meter exhibition space will accommodate all aspects of this global aviation industry gathering.
Keynote Speakers
Aena will be the Host Airport Group for Passenger Terminal Expo and Conference 2025. Maurici Lucena Betriu, Aena's Chairman and CEO, will deliver the opening address and keynote speech. The conference will feature over 400 expert speakers from around the world sharing their knowledge and insights on various aspects of airport operations and development.
Complete Agenda
The Passenger Terminal Conference 2025 agenda includes numerous specialized tracks:
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Accessibility and Assisted Travel
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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Vertiports and Infrastructure
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Airport Cities, Regions and Transport Connections
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Airport Design, Planning and Development
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Aviation Security, Technology, Process and People
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Commercial Development, Retail, F&B, Concessions and Experience
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Customer Service, Passenger and Workforce Experience
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Digital Identification (and Wallets) in Travel
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Environment and Sustainability
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Facilities Management and Safety
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Future Airports
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Increasing Airport Capacity and Flexibility
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Management and operations – increasing capacity and efficiency, airside
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Technovation: AI, innovation and digital transformation
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Technovation: baggage, systems and integration
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Technovation: the seamless, touchless passenger journey
The free-to-attend exhibition will showcase the very latest products, services, and technologies from 350+ exhibitors, focusing on enhancing efficiency, safety, and passenger experience for airports globally.
Event Information
| Event Date | 04-08-2025 |
| Event End Date | 04-10-2025 |
| Event Website | https://www.passengerterminal-expo.com/en/ |
| Location | IFEMA MADRID |
Venue Information - IFEMA MADRID
IFEMA MADRID Event Venue
IFEMA MADRID is Spain's largest exhibition complex, located at Av. del Partenón, 5, Barajas, 28042 Madrid, Spain. This premier event venue receives 4.3 million visitors and 33,000 exhibitors annually, hosting nearly 900 events throughout the year.
Venue Overview
IFEMA MADRID comprises two main venues: the Recinto Ferial (fairgrounds) and the Palacio Municipal (convention center). The fairgrounds have been operational since 1991, while IFEMA has managed the Palacio Municipal since January 2019. Both venues are strategically located close to Madrid Airport and are well-connected to the city center.
Facilities and Spaces
The Recinto Ferial features:
- 200,000 m² of space distributed across 13 exhibition halls
- 85 meeting rooms
- 2 convention centers (North and South)
- Various outdoor areas
- Total exhibition space of over 270,000 m²
The North Convention Center includes:
- 10,000 m² area with 20 rooms
- North Auditorium with capacity for 1,100 people
- Multifunctional rooms that can accommodate events from 100 to 480 people
- Outdoor terraces on the second floor (Colón and Neptuno rooms)
The Palacio Municipal, designed by Ricardo Bofill and opened in October 1993, offers:
- Over 30,000 m² of event space across three blocks
- An auditorium with 1,812 seats
- 32 meeting rooms with capacities between 26 and 350 participants
- A multipurpose area of 2,414 m²
Amenities and Services
IFEMA MADRID provides comprehensive services for event organizers:
- Audiovisual equipment
- Catering services (over 10 approved providers)
- Technical staff and support
- Simultaneous translation
- Security and medical care
- Decoration and furnishing options
- Cleaning services
- Wheelchair accessible facilities (entrances, parking, restrooms)
- WiFi connectivity
- Cafes and bars
- Dedicated parking
Transportation and Access
The venue is excellently connected:
- 30 minutes from Madrid city center by car
- 25 minutes by metro (Line 8: Nuevos Ministerios-Aeropuerto T4)
- Direct connection with Cercanías RENFE
- Bus services (lines 73, 112, 122, 828)
- The Feria de Madrid metro station is located at the main entrances of both venues