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20 June 2026

AOTGA Participates in IATA 158th Slot Conference (IATASC) to Strengthen Global Aviation Business Opportunities and Industry Networks

From June 9–11, 2026, AOT Ground Aviation Services Co., Ltd. (AOTGA) participated in the IATA 158th Slot Conference (IATASC) held at Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Bangkok. Mr. Siriwat Tovachirakul, President, assigned Mr. Niwat Thanintrawat, Commercial Director, and Ms. Intiya Forrest, Commercial Deputy Director, to represent the company at the event.

The conference is recognized as one of the aviation industry's most significant global business gatherings, attracting more than 1,300 participants, including representatives from over 300 airports, 250 airlines, and more than 90 aviation-related exhibitors and service providers from around the world.

The IATA Slot Conference, organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), serves as a key platform for airport slot negotiations between airlines and airports worldwide. The event also provides an opportunity for stakeholders to discuss airport capacity management strategies to meet the continuously growing demand for air travel. In addition, the conference features industry exhibitions, knowledge-sharing sessions, and business networking opportunities among airlines, airports, and aviation service providers from across the globe.

AOTGA's participation in the conference provided a valuable opportunity to engage with airline representatives and international business partners, exchange industry insights, and stay informed on emerging trends shaping the future of aviation. The knowledge and connections gained from the event will support the continued development of AOTGA's ground handling services to better meet airline requirements and contribute to enhancing Thailand's aviation service standards on the global stage.