The EthiopiaN aVIATIONForum
2025

The EthiopiaN aVIATION ForuM
2025

24-25 April 2025

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Welcome to the Ethiopian Aviation Forum 2025 (EAF), Africa's premier aviation event. EAF 2025 will unite global leaders and stakeholders, fostering networking and innovation to elevate Ethiopia's aviation industry and drive continental development.
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2025

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa proudly announces the arrival of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000. This significant milestone was celebrated in a grand ceremony attended by government officials, ambassadors, diplomats, and esteemed representatives from Airbus and Thales.

ORGANIZERS

Normanas Aerospace, with its partner, GFOX Aviation, brought this first Ethiopian Aviation Forum together. Normanas Aerospace is a premier aerospace engineering company partnering with key aviation players around the globe in order to provide out of the box thinking to promote brands or deliver complex solutions for challenges within the industry. With a laser focus on growth development, business transformation, and market analysis, we are dedicated to helping airlines, OEM’s, airports, and aerospace IT companies thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.
After years of planning and discussions we managed to secure the production and organization of the Ethiopian Aviation Forum in partnership with Ethiopian Airlines which aims to become the main aviation decision making gathering event in Africa.

Jonathan Norman
Jonathan Norman
Event Director, Normanas Aerospace
Theo Panagiotoulias
Theo Panagiotoulias
Theo Panagiotoulias
Bongani Maseko
Bongani Maseko
Chair ACI World Board
Abderahmane Berthe
Abderahmane Berthe
Secretary General AFRAA
Abderahmane Berthe
Abderahmane Berthe
Secretary General AFRAA
Abderahmane Berthe
Abderahmane Berthe
Secretary General AFRAA
Bongani Maseko Speaker
Bongani Maseko
Chair ACI World Board

OFfICIAL PARTNER

Beginning humbly, Ethiopian Airlines (Ethiopian) has come along 78 years of successful journey. Over the decades, the airline has established itself as the leader in all facets of the aviation business: technology, leadership, network expansion and aviation mentoring. Ethiopian is now the leading Aviation Group in Africa.

Ethiopian started its operation with five C-47 aircraft operating its debut flight to Cairo via Asmara on April 8, 1946. Ever since, it has been growing in leaps and bounds and continued to introduce cutting-edge aviation technology and systems. As aviation technology leader, Ethiopian is a pioneer in ushering new aviation technology into Africa including the first jet airplane as well as the first B767, B777-200LR, B787 Dreamliner, and 787-9 in the continent. Ethiopian also led the way in operating Africa’s first Airbus Airplanes, the Airbus A350-900 XWB and the A350-1000. Currently, the airline has a fleet of more than 150 modern aircraft with an average fleet age of less than seven years; it has also more than 100 ultramodern aircraft on order.

The Venue — Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

Airport Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
A striking contemporary property with elegant design and outstanding facilities in a prime location just 5 minutes walk away from the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Ethiopian Skylight Hotel promises guests an unforgettable experience during their visit to Addis Ababa. The hotel is a convenient and aspirational accommodation option for business and leisure travellers, and people visiting this vibrant city.

Be spoiled for choice with 1024 comfortably modern rooms and suites with different room types with additional 97 tranquil rooms in our Skylight In-Terminal Hotel inside Addis Ababa Bole International Airport's. Check out the extra modern amenities of our suites. All rooms and suites offer a host of contemporary design features and essential comforts, including full Wi-Fi connectivity, that meet the needs of long and short-stay guests at Ethiopian Skylight Hotel.
300+

Attendees

50+

Speakers

Top Aerospace Executives

Based in Africa’s biggest aviation hub and Real Aviation Business Cases

Propelling Global Aviation: Africa Connects the World

The Ethiopian Aviation Forum 2025 (EAF) is set to be the definitive platform for aviation elites in Africa. It will present a robust and comprehensive agenda that addresses the diverse needs of airlines, airports, and industry providers. Our forum aims to attract a dynamic mix of executives, entrepreneurs, and government officials from around the globe, all coming together annually to engage in meaningful dialogue.

Agenda

EAF will present the most comprehensive agenda in Africa for airlines, airports, and industry providers. We target executives, entrepreneurs, and government officials from the entire planet to gather once a year to speak about past experiences, current industry situations, and future development plans for the region.

Key Industry Speakers

Mesfin Tasew
Group CEO
Ethiopian Airlines Group
Lemma Yadecha Gudeta
CCO
Ethiopian Airlines Group
Stephan Hannemann
SVP Sales and Marketing
Embraer
Allan Kilavuka
CEO
Kenya Airways
Henok Teferra Shawl
Managing Director
Boeing Africa

Schedule

AIRLINE TRACK

9:00
AM
-
9:15
AM
Welcome Speech
9:15
AM
-
9:30
AM
Intro Speech
09:30
AM
-
10:00
AM
Interview Key Speaker 1
10:00
AM
-
10:30
AM
Africa Aviation Market Analysis
10:30
AM
-
11:00
AM
Succesful Airline Turnaround: Kenya Airways key challenges and opportunities
11:00
AM
-
11:30
AM
Coffee Break
11:30
AM
-
12:15
PM
African Regional Connectivity Panel
12:15
PM
-
12:45
PM
Airline Partnerships: Concept & Development
12:45
PM
-
01:15
PM
Empowering African Connectivity: Embraer's vision for regional flights
01:15
PM
-
02:15
PM
Lunch Break
02:15
PM
-
02:45
PM
Presentation
02:45
PM
-
03:15
PM
Airline Business: Beyond Traditional Revenue
03:15
PM
-
03:45
PM
Morocco as a European Connecting Hub
08:00
PM
-
10:00
PM
One Night Only Gala Dinner

AIRLINE TRACK

9:00
AM
-
9:15
AM
Welcome Speech
9:15
AM
-
9:30
AM
Intro Speech
09:30
AM
-
10:00
AM
Training High Qualified Labor in Africa
10:00
AM
-
10:30
AM
Reducing Airport Revenue Leakage through Blockchain and Smart Contracts
10:30
AM
-
11:00
AM
Interview Key Speaker 2
11:00
AM
-
11:30
AM
Coffee Break
11:30
AM
-
12:00
PM
Airline Marketing Commercialization
12:00
PM
-
12:30
PM
Press Interviews & End of Event

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Attendees

Official Sponsors

Sponsorship packages

Diamond
Exclusive Brand Package
Unlimited event access
Large Stand at Event
Acknowledgments: Live at Event, Documents, Ads.
VIP Lounge Access
6 Guest Passes
Social Media Announcements
Brand Logo in Official Website
1 Speaker Slot (Airline or Airport Track)
1 Dinner Seat @ One Night Only Event (TBA)
Gold
Elite Brand Package
Unlimited event access
Standard Stand at Event
Acknowledgments: Live at Event, Documents, Ads.
VIP Lounge Access
4 Guest Passes
Social Media Announcements
Brand Logo in Official Website
Session Sponsor (Airline or Airport Track)
Silver
Full Brand Package
Unlimited event access (not including VIP Lounges)
Standard Stand at Event
Acknowledgments: Live at Event, Documents, Ads.
2 Guest Passes
Social Media Announcements
Brand Logo in Official Website

Media

We are excited to host the Ethiopian Aviation Forum, a premier event dedicated to exploring the future of aviation in Ethiopia and across Africa. This forum brings together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss transformative opportunities and challenges shaping the aviation sector.

As a valued member of the media, your role in amplifying these discussions is crucial. We are committed to providing you with the resources and support needed to cover this event effectively. Whether you’re interested in securing event credentials, coordinating interviews with speakers, or accessing press materials, we are here to assist.

For all media inquiries and credential requests, please contact us at info@normanas.com. Our team will ensure you have everything you need to make the most of your experience at the Ethiopian Aviation Forum.

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this exciting journey into the future of aviation together!

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